Part I – 5 Steps to Set up Your Shopping Cart
of the process takes the longest time – sometimes up to two or three weeks. Make sure that the merchant account that you set up works with the shopping cart you are selecting and can be hosted on the same platform as your website. The three major categories of merchant accounts that can be created are:
Standard Merchant Account – Using this account, you will be able to sell regular products, such as books, shoes or electronics.
Specialty Merchant Account – This account is created for merchants that sell computer software, flowers or training materials.
International Merchant – If you intend to sell your products internationally, then you will need this merchant account.
Your banker can arrange a meeting with a representative who will explain the fee structure and terms and conditions for setting up a
