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Current Article: {"article":{"author":"Nim Evans","body_content":"\u003cp\u003eIn 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.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat is why flexibility in payments is so important, especially for businesses operating across regions or serving different types of customers.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt 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.\n\u003cimg src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/hzkr6fi81/image/upload/c_fit,f_auto,w_908,ar_1.0/v1750937501/media/Abandon_Cart_Pic.png\" aria-label=\"Abandon Cart Pic\" alt=\"Abandon Cart Pic\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"908\" height=\"908\" class=\"news-image article__image\" /\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 id=\"a-platform-that-adapts-to-your-business\"\u003eA platform that adapts to your business\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStoreConnect supports a wide range of \u003ca href=\"https://support.getstoreconnect.com/s/article/payment-providers\"\u003epayment providers\u003c/a\u003e, from global leaders like Stripe, PayPal, Square and Braintree to regional specialists such as eWAY in Australia, \u003ca href=\"http://authorize.net\"\u003eAuthorize.Net\u003c/a\u003e and Adyen ACH in the US. We are regularly expanding this list based on our clients’ needs.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMore 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.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany 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.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStoreConnect 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.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\" alt=\" \" class=\"news-image\" /\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 id=\"why-this-matters-for-your-customers-and-your-business\"\u003eWhy this matters for your customers and your business\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHere are a few key reasons why payment flexibility makes a difference:\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBetter conversion rates at checkout\u003cbr /\u003e\nCustomers 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.\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eCompliance with regional regulations\u003cbr /\u003e\nDifferent 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.\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eControl over costs and terms\u003cbr /\u003e\nWhen you can choose your own payment provider, you can negotiate better rates, settle funds faster and avoid hidden platform fees.\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eTailored experiences for B2B and enterprise commerce\u003cbr /\u003e\nMany 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.\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 id=\"how-storeconnect-compares-to-other-platforms\"\u003eHow StoreConnect compares to other platforms\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/hzkr6fi81/image/upload/c_fit,f_auto,h_1024,w_1024/v1/media/How_SC_compare_with_Shopify.png?_a=BACE6GGT\" alt=\" \" class=\"news-image\" /\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile 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.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrilling further down into one of the major eCommerce players, Shopify:\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 id=\"can-you-bring-your-own-gateway-to-shopify\"\u003eCan you bring your own gateway to Shopify?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/hzkr6fi81/image/upload/c_fit,f_auto,h_1024,w_1024/v1/media/Can_you_bring_your_own_gateway_to_shopify.png?_a=BACE6GGT\" alt=\" \" class=\"news-image\" /\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 id=\"compared-to-storeconnect\"\u003e🆚 Compared to StoreConnect:\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eStoreConnect allows custom gateway integration without platform penalty.\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eNo forced fees for not using a preferred provider.\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eFull control over payment experience, including ACH, direct bank links, or regional solutions.\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003ePerfect for B2B, multi-region, and enterprise-grade commerce where flexibility matters.\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 id=\"storeconnect-gives-you-the-power-of-choice\"\u003eStoreConnect gives you the power of choice\u003c/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether 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.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou 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.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for a better way to manage payments across regions, customer types, or compliance requirements, StoreConnect is ready to help.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpeak with us today and see how our platform puts you in control of your payments and your growth.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/hzkr6fi81/image/upload/c_fit,f_auto,h_1024,w_1024/v1/media/Completely_Integrated_Infographic_Horizontal.png?_a=BACE6GGT\" alt=\" \" class=\"news-image\" /\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e👉 See how \u003ca href=\"https://getstoreconnect.com/articles/news/[https://getstoreconnect.com/](https://getstoreconnect.com/)\"\u003eStoreConnect\u003c/a\u003e compares to traditional eCommerce stacks with our \u003ca href=\"https://getstoreconnect.com/articles/news/[https://getstoreconnect.com/features/comparison](https://getstoreconnect.com/features/comparison)\"\u003eComparison Chart\u003c/a\u003e. Or, if you’d prefer to ask a few questions directly, \u003ca href=\"https://getstoreconnect.com/articles/news/[https://getstoreconnect.com/contact_](https://getstoreconnect.com/contact_)\"\u003ereach out here\u003c/a\u003e, we’d be glad to chat.\u003c/p\u003e\n","canonical_url":"https://getstoreconnect.com/articles/news/why-payment-flexibility-competitive-edge","content_blocks":[],"data":{},"hero_image":{"alt_text":null,"data":{"height__c":null,"ratio__c":null,"width__c":null},"description":"How payment flexibilty give you competitive edge BLOG COVER","file_type":"image","huge_url":"https://res.cloudinary.com/hzkr6fi81/image/upload/c_fit,f_auto,h_1024,w_1024/v1/media/How_payment_flexibilty_give_you_competitive_edge_BLOG_COVER.png?_a=BACE6GGT","icon_url":"https://res.cloudinary.com/hzkr6fi81/image/upload/c_fit,f_auto,h_32,w_32/v1/media/How_payment_flexibilty_give_you_competitive_edge_BLOG_COVER.png?_a=BACE6GGT","id":"a1OMn000002wWuPMAU","large_url":"https://res.cloudinary.com/hzkr6fi81/image/upload/c_fit,f_auto,h_640,w_640/v1/media/How_payment_flexibilty_give_you_competitive_edge_BLOG_COVER.png?_a=BACE6GGT","massive_url":"https://res.cloudinary.com/hzkr6fi81/image/upload/c_fit,f_auto,h_2048,w_2048/v1/media/How_payment_flexibilty_give_you_competitive_edge_BLOG_COVER.png?_a=BACE6GGT","medium_url":"https://res.cloudinary.com/hzkr6fi81/image/upload/c_fit,f_auto,h_480,w_480/v1/media/How_payment_flexibilty_give_you_competitive_edge_BLOG_COVER.png?_a=BACE6GGT","pico_url":"https://res.cloudinary.com/hzkr6fi81/image/upload/c_fit,f_auto,h_16,w_16/v1/media/How_payment_flexibilty_give_you_competitive_edge_BLOG_COVER.png?_a=BACE6GGT","small_url":"https://res.cloudinary.com/hzkr6fi81/image/upload/c_fit,f_auto,h_100,w_100/v1/media/How_payment_flexibilty_give_you_competitive_edge_BLOG_COVER.png?_a=BACE6GGT","thumb_url":"https://res.cloudinary.com/hzkr6fi81/image/upload/c_fit,f_auto,h_240,w_240/v1/media/How_payment_flexibilty_give_you_competitive_edge_BLOG_COVER.png?_a=BACE6GGT","tiny_url":"https://res.cloudinary.com/hzkr6fi81/image/upload/c_fit,f_auto,h_50,w_50/v1/media/How_payment_flexibilty_give_you_competitive_edge_BLOG_COVER.png?_a=BACE6GGT","url":"https://res.cloudinary.com/hzkr6fi81/image/upload/v1750938444/media/How_payment_flexibilty_give_you_competitive_edge_BLOG_COVER.png"},"id":"a1AMn00000AzDXJMA3","identifier":"why-payment-flexibility-competitive-edge","introduction_content":"\u003cp\u003eIn the world of eCommerce, having the right payment options is not just a technical detail. It is a competitive advantage.\u003c/p\u003e\n","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"meta_title":null,"path":"/articles/news/why-payment-flexibility-competitive-edge","publish_on":"2025-06-25T02:00:00Z","published?":true,"related_articles":[],"requires_login?":false,"search_keywords":null,"social_image":null,"subtitle":null,"summary_content":"\u003cp\u003eWhy payment flexibility matters in eCommerce, and how StoreConnect delivers it\u003c/p\u003e\n","title":"Global Payments, Local Power: Why StoreConnect’s Payment Flexibility Gives You a Competitive Edge","url":"https://getstoreconnect.com/articles/news/why-payment-flexibility-competitive-edge"}}