If you sell online, take payments over the phone or send invoices, you need a payment gateway — the secure link between your checkout and your merchant account. Authorize.Net is one of the most widely supported gateways in the US, which is why so many small businesses choose it.
What Authorize.Net actually does
- Online checkout: connects your website or shopping cart to your merchant account.
- Virtual terminal: key in card payments from any browser — useful for phone orders.
- Recurring billing: charge customers automatically for memberships or payment plans.
- Customer profiles: store cards securely so repeat customers don't re-enter details.
- Fraud tools: filters for address, security code, velocity and more.
Gateway vs. merchant account
The gateway sends the transaction; the merchant account is what actually settles money into your bank. You need both. With VOXEPAY, we set up the merchant account and create the Authorize.Net gateway for you, already connected.
What you need to apply
- Your business legal name, EIN and address
- Owner details for anyone with 25% or more ownership
- A voided check for deposits
- Your website, with a clear refund policy and contact details
Does it work with my platform?
Authorize.Net works with most popular carts and tools, including WooCommerce, Magento and QuickBooks. If you use a hosted platform, check its payment settings for "Authorize.Net" — most list it.
Tips for a fast approval
- Publish your refund, shipping and privacy policies before you apply.
- Make sure the business name on your site matches your application.
- Give realistic monthly volume and average ticket numbers.
Ready to get started? Apply for your merchant account and ask for Authorize.Net — we will create and connect the gateway for you.