With our increasingly-mobile society, it may seem like everyone is on board with using smartphones for just about everything. However, not all of us own smartphones or are interested in using them for every last aspect of our lives. So, if you are a business owner who does not keep up with the latest tech trends, is there another way to accept credit card payments via Authorize.net?

On Your Computer

If you are reading this article, you probably have access to a computer. It gives you access to the Internet and a laundry-list of other functionalities. However, did you know that you can also use it as a credit card swiper terminal for Authorize.net?

Technically, your computer won’t act as a credit card swiper for Authorize.net. You’ll have to attach a credit card swiper to it. That is unless your computer has a built-in credit card swiper, but I’ve yet to see one of those!

As mentioned, to use your computer in this regard, you’ll have to attach a credit card swiper for Authorize.net. Such devices are relatively low in cost and highly mobile, as they can often be held in the palm of your hand. Think of it along the lines of an mp3 player or other small device that can be attached to your computer to get an idea of how simple the process of using a credit card swiper for Authorize.net can be. Just attach it to a USB port and you’re ready to go. Not so difficult, is it?  Depending on the type of Authorize.net account you have depends on whether or not you will need some additional software to use the credit card reader.

What Kind of Computer Can I Use?

A credit card swiper for Authorize.net can be attached to any MAC or PC, whether it is a desktop or laptop. So, whether you stay in the same location and use your desktop computer all day or are mobile with a laptop, your credit card swiper for Authorize.net can be used to facilitate credit card payments from your customers.

Why Use a Computer Instead of a Smartphone?

A credit card swiper for Authorize.net on your computer will allow you to accept credit card payments without incurring the additional costs of a smartphone. As smartphone data plans can be more expensive than traditional Internet plans, using a credit card swiper for Authorize.net on your computer could save you money not only by avoiding a phone purchase, but also on the monthly expenses that are associated with it.

Also, maybe your older phone works just fine and you are not interested in a smartphone. Whatever the case may be, your computer can be a viable alternative to a smartphone when using a credit card swiper for Authorize.net.

Conclusion

For those who’d rather use traditional computers instead of the latest mobile gadgets, a credit card swiper for Authorize.net is a feasible option. The time-tested machine that we call a computer won’t go away anytime soon and will still work well for many of us.

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