Accept American Express® Cards in store and online

 

Busy happens when you welcome Amex.

Start accepting today.

Accept American Express® Cards in store and online

 

Busy happens when you welcome Amex. Start accepting today.

Experience the Powerful Backing of American Express Card Acceptance

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We are Promoting You

American Express invests in programs that incentivize Cardmembers to spend with businesses like yours.1

 

Customer Loyalty

Welcome loyal Cardmembers who want to use their Card and are being rewarded2 for doing so.

High Spending Cardmembers

In 2023, the average American Express® transaction was approximately 71% more than the average Non-American Express® credit card transaction.3

Shop Small Makes A Big Difference

The Amex community has come together to support the everyday small businesses we can't live without. That’s the powerful backing of Amex.

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When you accept American Express Cards you could benefit from….

Customer incentives to Shop Small

Complimentary marketing via Amex targeted e-mails4 and on Amex Maps5

Complimentary Shop Small branded signage and supplies

Explore Merchant Benefits

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Marketing programs to help connect your business to more customers.


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Tools and online support to help manage your business.


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Insights, tips and inspiration for your business.

 


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Best-in-class solutions to help prevent fraud and disputes.


 Two Ways to Accept Card Payments online and in store

 

Each year more and more merchants are enjoying the benefits of American Express Card acceptance at their business. When you welcome Amex, busy happens. Start Accepting Today.

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Accept American Express Cards through your Payment Provider

 

Eligible Small Businesses can accept through participating providers, which sets the rate for card acceptance. Plus, with OptBlue program, you can receive a single statement and deposit, the same way you do for all card brands you accept at your business.

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Acceptance through American Express

 

 

Businesses who prefer to accept directly through American Express can take advantage of competitive pricing opportunities, plus expert support to help your business thrive.

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FAQs about Card Acceptance