Resources

Affiliate Program

Earn hefty commissions when you let your Clients know about CardConnect Paradise and our proven and affordable e-commerce solutions that allow small businesses to accept credit cards and checks online.

Agent Program

Becoming a CardConnect Paradise (CardConnect Paradise) Agent allows you the flexibility to build your business with a comprehensive range of products and resources dedicated to helping you succeed, including unparalleled training, marketing, reporting and brand name recognition. We design our unique third-party independent sales programs to cover your needs, regardless of your business size.

ASA Program

The Automotive Service Association has contracted for lower credit card processing rates for our members. 25% less than the old program! Learn about the program benefits and how you can save money each month by utilizing our services. We offer fully integrated services and work with Buypass for fleet card support.

Articles

Learn more about Payment Gateways, Merchant Accounts and Credit Card Processing! CardConnect Paradise is an Independent Sales division of CardConnect, a wholly owned subsidiary of First Data. The following articles are brought to you by CardConnect Alliance, the content is not authored by CardConnect. This knowledge reservoir is crafted to serve as a ready-reckoner, guidebook and an update tool on latest trends and industry developments.

Supplies

Click through to view complimentary supply items.

FAQ

A comprehensive list of frequently asked questions.

POS Help Desk

CardConnect Paradise merchants can always rely on representatives from the POS Help Desk to answer questions about their point-of-sale (POS) processing equipment, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in more than 140 languages and dialects.

Quick Reference Guide

Customer service phone numbers, information and guides.

Referral Offer Page

Simply refer a fellow business owner to us for credit card processing and when your referral becomes an approved, active account and processes a customer transaction you will earn $50 cash*

Tips

At CardConnect Paradise, we believe that an educated Client is a happy Client. That is why we have taken the time and expense to produce these excellent free merchant account training videos.

Dave Riccio, Tri-City Transmission Service, Inc., Tempe, AZ

Dealing with Dan Arndt and CardConnect Paradise has been great! He has done everything he said he would. I get the best possible rate from one of the largest names in credit card processing and yet I still have all the advantages local support. I have recommend Dan to several...
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Mark D., Technology Specialist, Los Angeles, CA

We were users of the QuickBooks merchant account service for several years and had become increasingly frustrated by the ever-increasing fees. We were locked-in because we needed the easy integration to QuickBooks. Last year, Dan at CardConnect Paradise told us about a new software option for QuickBooks which would allow...
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Jean McCrady, Murphy Hill Storage

I’m just getting started with the Cardconnect service and I couldn’t be more pleased. In getting installed and set up, both Mike and Edyth were not only immensely helpful from a knowledge, instructive standpoint, but were personable and easy to communicate with, like talking with a good friend. That...
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David Rotella, Sheajen

I must admit that there was a feeling of reluctance to call another Merchant Association prior to getting in touch with CardConnect and specifically with Mr. Muyengwa. His thorough explanation and detailed guidance throughout the entire process were enlightening and importantly timely. In a matter of what seemed to...
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Robert A. Louchheim, President/Owner Travel Destinations, Inc.

Thank you CardConnect Paradise, for the assistance in setting up our credit card merchant account. Your assistance in making a seamless cost effective transition was exactly what we needed to continue to accept credit cards for our service fees. We rely on these fees to stay in business and...
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Helpful Resources

Comparing QuickBooks and Clover POS: Which Is Right for Your Business?

When it comes to managing finances and accepting payments, business owners often turn to tools like QuickBooks or Clover. While both are top solutions designed to streamline operations, they... Read More >>

Visa/Mastercard Interchange Fee Settlement

Did your business accept credit cards between January 2004 and January 2019? Keep reading to find out if you qualify for this class action settlement. Frequently Asked Questions What... Read More >>

How Can a Financial Analyst Help Your Business Mitigate Credit Card Fraud?

As the digital world and technology advance, fraud and cybercrimes continue to evolve. In the US, 389,737 credit card fraud cases were reported in 2021, with losses totaling $181 million. Credit... Read More >>