Authorize.net
About Authorize.net
Authorize.Net is a payment gateway that allows ecommerce providers to accept credit cards and electronic checks directly on their site. The Authorize.
What sets them apart
A long-established, Visa solution-brand payment gateway offering broad payment method coverage and advanced customizable fraud protection with developer-friendly APIs.
Key Capabilities
Online credit/debit card processing (gateway)
eCheck/ACH payments
Digital wallets (Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal)
Mobile point-of-sale (tap-to-pay, QR) and mobile SDK support
Virtual Terminal for phone/MOTO payments
Virtual point-of-sale / card reader integrations
Digital invoicing and Buy Now/Donate checkout buttons
Recurring/subscription and installment payments
Advanced fraud protection with customizable rule-based filters and Account Updater
Public API with SDKs for web and mobile (XML/JSON)
Company Information
Authorize.net Pricing
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Visit website for pricingWhat Users Say
Overall sentiment is positive: users consistently praise Authorize.net for reliable, secure payment processing, straightforward setup, broad integrations (WooCommerce, QuickBooks, Adobe Commerce), and strong fraud-prevention tools backed by Visa. Common strengths called out are uptime/stability, predictable flat gateway pricing, and responsive 24/7 support (including the new AI assistant 'Ask Anet'). Common concerns reported across review sites are an aging user interface, occasional service timeouts/outages, complexity or hidden fees when purchased via some resellers, and some friction around transaction searching/refunds for larger teams.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Authorize.net?
Authorize.Net is a payment gateway that allows ecommerce providers to accept credit cards and electronic checks directly on their site. The Authorize.
What features does Authorize.net offer?
Authorize.net key features include: Online credit/debit card processing (gateway), eCheck/ACH payments, Digital wallets (Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal), Mobile point-of-sale (tap-to-pay, QR) and mobile SDK support, Virtual Terminal for phone/MOTO payments.
Does Authorize.net have an API?
Yes, Authorize.net offers an API for integrations.
Does Authorize.net have a mobile app?
Authorize.net mobile app availability: None.