This public advocacy initiative — which we launched in 2006 — is designed to drive industry change. It codifies what we have advocated since our inception: fairness, transparency and honesty in card processing.
The Merchant Bill of Rights establishes a level playing field where owners of small and mid-sized businesses have access to the same card processing resources and cost structures as large merchants. This enables merchants who don’t have the resources of purchasing organizations to effectively manage their costs, determine which processor best meets their needs and realize significant savings.
The Merchant Bill of Rights proposes 10 fundamental rights to protect business owners. You can find them at MerchantBillOfRights.org, an interactive website where you can learn about the mechanics of card processing, receive industry tips, share best practices, ask questions and stay abreast of industry news.
The Merchant Bill of Rights continues to gain traction and support. Today, more than 150 state trade organizations, merchants and business partners formally endorse it.