Top 5 High-Risk Merchant Account Providers Compared (2025)
We reviewed the top 5 high-risk merchant account providers for 2025 to help you decide which one fits your business best.
Erynn Ortanez
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PaymentCloud for High-Risk Merchants: Everything You Need to Know Before Applying
Before applying to PaymentCloud for a high-risk account, check out this guide with pros, cons, and a checklist to help you prep the right way.
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AI Is Reshaping Fraud, and It's Not All Good News
AI is changing fraud faster than merchants can adapt. Here’s what’s working, what’s backfiring, and what to watch next.
Payment Reversal vs Refund: What’s the Gap?
Time payment reversal vs refund matters more than you think. Learn which is faster, which hits your balance, and how banks treat both.
What Are The Common Reasons for Chargebacks?
What are the common reasons for chargebacks? From fraud to fulfillment issues, here’s what triggers disputes most and how to avoid them.
What Shopify and Stripe Don’t Say About Disputes
Shopify and Stripe simplify chargebacks on paper. But real merchant stories show how confusing and one-sided the process can actually be.
Why Did I Get a Chargeback Fee Out of Nowhere?
Why did I get a chargeback fee? It’s not just about the refund. Learn why banks hit you, and how to keep the next one off your bill.
Nuvei vs HighRiskPay: Which High-Risk Processor Should You Trust?
Compare Nuvei and HighRiskPay side by side and find out which high-risk processor offers more flexibility and who plays by stricter rules.
Chargeback Online Gambling: Time Limits and Legal Traps
Learn when you can file a chargeback on online casinos, sportsbooks, and crypto gambling and why waiting even a week can cost you your refund.
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Amex Pushes Harder Into B2B Payments in 2025
Amex is leaning into B2B payments with new features for suppliers and buyers. Learn what that means for dispute risk and invoice flows here.
Refunded the Order, But Still Got Charged Back?
You gave the refund. They filed a chargeback anyway. Here’s how other merchants fight back and what to show the bank.
Why Are Chargebacks Bad? What No One Explains
Why are chargebacks bad for business? It’s not just lost money, it’s hidden fees, account freezes, and blacklists you can’t see coming.
