Global Payments, Local Power: Why StoreConnect’s Payment Flexibility Gives You a Competitive Edge

In the world of eCommerce, having the right payment options is not just a technical detail. It is a competitive advantage. When customers reach the checkout, they expect to see familiar and trusted payment methods. If they don’t, many will abandon their carts and never return.

That is why flexibility in payments is so important, especially for businesses operating across regions or serving different types of customers.

At StoreConnect, we understand that businesses need more than just a default payment gateway. They need choice, flexibility and control. That is exactly what we provide.

A platform that adapts to your business

StoreConnect supports a wide range of payment providers, from global leaders like Stripe, PayPal, Square and Braintree to regional specialists such as eWAY in Australia, Authorize.Net and Adyen ACH in the US. We are regularly expanding this list based on our clients’ needs.

More importantly, if your business already works with a preferred payment provider, options exist for this to be integrated as well. Our system is designed to adapt to your operations, not force you into a fixed payment stack.

Many eCommerce platforms lock you into their own gateways or preferred providers. Some even charge extra fees if you try to use anything outside their system. This might work for smaller, single-region merchants but it creates real problems for businesses with specific needs, regulatory requirements, or multi-country operations.

StoreConnect with its multi-store option out of the box even allows you to use different payment providers for regional stores. And it is that flexibility that global brands need and love.

Why this matters for your customers and your business

Here are a few key reasons why payment flexibility makes a difference:

1. Better conversion rates at checkout
   Customers are more likely to complete a purchase when they see payment methods they trust. Offering local or preferred payment options can increase conversions, especially in markets where credit cards are not the standard.

2. Compliance with regional regulations
   Different countries have different rules for payment processing. Supporting regional gateways helps you stay compliant, whether it is strong customer authentication in Europe or local banking standards in Asia or Africa.

3. Control over costs and terms
   When you can choose your own payment provider, you can negotiate better rates, settle funds faster and avoid hidden platform fees.

4. Tailored experiences for B2B and enterprise commerce
   Many larger businesses already have finance systems and workflows in place. With StoreConnect, you can connect those systems directly, rather than rebuild them to fit into someone else’s payment process.

How StoreConnect compares to other platforms

While other platforms may offer basic payment functionality, they often fall short when it comes to giving you true control. For example, Shopify strongly encourages the use of its own payment gateway, and charges additional fees if you use others. WooCommerce, while more open, relies heavily on third-party plugins that introduce their own risks and maintenance requirements. BigCommerce offers decent regional support, but integration options can be limited unless you are working with larger enterprise plans.

Drilling further down into one of the major eCommerce players, Shopify:

Can you bring your own gateway to Shopify?

🆚 Compared to StoreConnect:

• StoreConnect allows custom gateway integration without platform penalty.

• No forced fees for not using a preferred provider.

• Full control over payment experience, including ACH, direct bank links, or regional solutions.

• Perfect for B2B, multi-region, and enterprise-grade commerce where flexibility matters.

StoreConnect gives you the power of choice

Whether you are a small merchant expanding globally or an established enterprise working across sectors, StoreConnect gives you the tools to accept payments your way. Our platform is fully Salesforce-native, meaning your payments, CRM and customer data all live in one unified system.

You can start with one payment provider and grow into others, or request your preferred gateway be integrated. Either way, we support your strategy, not just a set list of features.

If you are looking for a better way to manage payments across regions, customer types, or compliance requirements, StoreConnect is ready to help.

Speak with us today and see how our platform puts you in control of your payments and your growth.

👉 See how StoreConnect compares to traditional eCommerce stacks with our Comparison Chart. Or, if you’d prefer to ask a few questions directly, reach out here, we’d be glad to chat.