If you’re running a business and want to accept credit card payments, whether online, in-store, or on the go, you’ve probably heard of Authorize.Net. It’s one of the top payment gateways out there, making it super easy for businesses to process transactions securely.
But here’s the deal: to use Authorize.Net, you usually need a merchant account, and that’s where preferred resellers come in. These companies hook you up with both the Authorize.Net payment gateway and a merchant account, often with competitive pricing and solid support. So, who are these resellers, and what makes them stand out? Let’s dive in.
What’s a Preferred Reseller, Anyway?
First off, let’s break it down. Authorize.Net is a payment gateway, meaning it acts like a middleman, securely passing credit card info from your customers to the banks that process the payments. A merchant account, on the other hand, is what actually handles the money—taking it from the customer’s card and dropping it into your bank account. Preferred resellers are companies that Authorize.Net trusts to bundle their gateway with merchant services, giving you a one-stop shop for payment processing. They’re vetted for their expertise, customer service, and ability to make your life easier when it comes to accepting payments.
1. Bank of America Merchant Services
Bank of America Merchant Services helps clients of all sizes effectively manage and grow their businesses by enabling them to offer customers a great commerce experience.
Contact Bank of America Merchant Services: 877-815-8901
2. Bankcard USA
BankCard USA (BUSA) offers a complete one-step process for accepting credit card payments for all types of businesses.
Contact Bankcard USA: 800-589-8200
3. Cayan
Cayan has offered guaranteed lowest prices on credit card equipment and merchant accounts since 1998, while providing industry-leading service to over 40,000 businesses.
Contact Cayan: 800-941-6557
4. Chase Payment Solutions
As an Authorize.net Preferred Reseller, Chase Payment Solutions offers everything you need to accept online payments from your customers, including competitive rates, secure payment processing, 24/7 U.S.-based customer support, and no annual fees.
Contact Dharma Merchant Services: 866-615-5157
5. Dharma Merchant Services
Dharma Merchant Services, an Authorize.net reseller, seeks to achieve the “greener good” by helping companies uphold their values of environmental and community stewardship.
Contact Dharma Merchant Services: 866-615-5157
6. Elavon
Whether you do business online, via mobile device or in-person, Elavon has been a leader in payment processing, leveraging the industry’s most innovative technology, so you can focus on expanding your business capabilities, increasing your revenue potential and empowering your customers to do business with you.
Contact Elavon: 1-866-548-6826
7. EVO Payments International
Our merchant programs offer the most scalable and cost-effective solutions in the industry for businesses of all types and sizes. Instant online application and quick approvals.
Call EVO at 888-888-4009, extension 5553
8. Flagship Merchant Services
Flagship Merchant Services is an established leader in the credit card processing industry, holds a BBB “A+ Rating” and has also been voted the #1 merchant account provider for four years in a row.
Contact Flagship Merchant Services: 866-889-5909
9. GatewayOnly
With GatewayOnly, merchants own and control their gateways and their data and can switch processors at any time.
Contact GatewayOnly: 888-476-4283 or 888-744-2884
10. Merchant Account Providers
MerchantAccountProviders.com offers merchant account services for multichannel sales.
Contact Merchant Account Providers: 800-956-1277
11. Merchant Focus
Merchant Focus is a full service merchant account and payment gateway provider, providing service to Internet, mail order/telephone order, retail, auction and mobile businesses.
Contact Merchant Focus: 800-895-4085
12. Moolah
Moolah is a boutique merchant service provider with a simple philosophy to deliver the very best payment experience to their clients.
Contact Moolah: 800-625-1670
13. National Merchant Bancard
Authorize.net resellers can answer your payment service questions, provide quotes, and set you up with an integrated merchant account and payment gateway account.
14. North American Bancard
North American Bancard (NAB) is one of the nation’s leading payment solutions providers. As a full-service payment solutions provider, NAB has the flexibility and expertise to offer an array of solutions including credit, debit, EBT, check conversion and guarantee, and gift and loyalty card solutions.
Contact North American Bancard: 877-785-0080
15. Payment Cloud
Servicing clients throughout North America and the EU, PaymentCloud’s goal is to offer unmatched solutions for secure ecommerce, moto, and retail transactions.
Contact Payment Cloud: 800-988-2215
16. Paysafe
Paysafe is a proud Authorize.Net preferred reseller and one of the largest providers of credit and debit card-based payment processing services in the United States.
Contact Paysafe: 800-554-4777
17. PNC
With PNC Merchant Services, you have a dedicated team to help you discover the right payment processing solutions, guided by extensive industry experience and backed by knowledgeable support, 24/7.
18. PowerPay
Previously known as Millennium Bankcard Services. Authorize.net resellers can answer your payment service questions, provide quotes, and set you up with an integrated merchant account and payment gateway account.
Contact Millennium Bankcard Services: 800-483-8815
19. Total Merchant Services
Total Merchant Services is one of the fastest growing credit card merchant account acquirers in the nation.
Contact Total Merchant Services: 888-848-6825 ext 9270
20. Truist
Truist can help you fulfill your payment processing needs with its extensive product line and a dedicated Client Support Center. The Small Business Administration consistently ranks Truist as one of the top small-business-friendly banks in the nation.
Contact Truist Merchant Services: 866-238-2420
21. TSYS
TSYS has been an Authorize.net Preferred Reseller for more than 10 years, and currently processes tens of billions of dollars in sales volume for approximately 650,000 merchants and financial institution partners annually.
Contact TSYS: 888-845-9457
22. Volusion
Volusion is an Authorize.net reseller. Volusion’s award-winning eCommerce platform is designed to help you open a successful online store.
Contact Volusion: 800-646-3517
23. Wells Fargo
As leaders in the payments industry, our team has the expertise to help merchants take payments with ease. Whether your customers want to pay on site, online or on the go, we partner with you to ensure you have the right solution and support to keep your business growing.
Contact Wells Fargo: 866-380-9828
24. Worldpay
In-store, on-the-go, or online, Worldpay makes payments super simple for small businesses with the security and insights tools to help protect and grow their businesses.
Contact Worldpay: 1-844-325-6150
High-Risk Businesses? No Problem
If your business is considered “high-risk” (think CBD, vape, or tactical gear), some resellers, like PaymentCloud or Tasker Payment Gateways, specialize in helping you out. They guide you through the setup to avoid issues like frozen deposits and offer tailored solutions for platforms like Shopify or BigCommerce. Tasker, for example, assigns you a dedicated agent to handle things like fraud filters and API setups, making it less intimidating.
How to Pick the Right One
With so many options, how do you choose? It depends on your business. If you’re a small shop, look for resellers like Flagship or Host with easy setups and transparent pricing. Bigger businesses might vibe with Bank of America or Chase for their global reach. High-risk businesses should lean toward PaymentCloud or Tasker for their expertise. Check their customer service, integration options, and fees—some even waive setup costs or offer next-day funding.
The Bottom Line
Authorize.Net’s preferred resellers are your ticket to hassle-free payment processing. Whether it’s Bank of America’s massive reach, TSYS’s cost-effective solutions, or PaymentCloud’s high-risk know-how, there’s a reseller for every business type. They’ll set you up with Authorize.Net’s secure gateway and a merchant account, plus extras like fraud protection and 24/7 support. Do your homework, compare their perks, and pick the one that fits your vibe. You’ll be ready to take payments like a pro in no time.
Angela Garland is a seasoned payments industry expert with over a decade of experience simplifying the complex world of merchant services, point-of-sale systems, and card processing for businesses of all sizes. From decoding interchange fees to reviewing the latest payment technologies, Angela writes with clarity and precision to help business owners make smarter financial decisions. When she’s not breaking down EMV compliance or PCI standards, she’s exploring the future of fintech and digital wallets.