Authorize.net
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Plans and prices
From Authorize.net's own pricing page, checked 7 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| All-in-one | $25 a month | Merchant account + payment gateway · eCheck not listed as included · $25 per month; 2.9% + 30¢ per transaction |
| Gateway only | $25 a month | Requires an existing merchant account · $25 per month; 10¢ per transaction + daily batch fee 10¢ |
| Gateway + eCheck | $25 a month | eCheck only available for businesses based in the U.S. · $25 per month; eCheck 0.75%; credit card 10¢ per transaction + 10¢ daily batch fee |
The facts
Each one read from Authorize.net's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- API status
- Authorize.net says legacy AIM, SIM, DPM, Relay Response, and Silent Post methods are obsolete and being phased out.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Business audience
- The pricing page describes its payment processing as designed for small businesses.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Customer data
- Customer Information Manager securely stores payment details for returning customers.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Fraud protection
- The plans list Advanced Fraud Detection Suite with customizable rules to flag suspicious activity.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- Authorize.net provides an API with XML and JSON variants, and a certified network of technology and solution partners.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Payment methods
- It supports major cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, and eChecks.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Pricing terms
- The pricing page says there are no setup fees or early termination fees for the payment gateway.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Sales channels
- It offers website payments, mobile payments, in-person card-reader payments, phone orders through Virtual Terminal, and digital invoicing.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Security
- The pricing page describes its gateway as secure and lists customizable fraud detection tools.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Support
- Merchant support is available 24x7, except major holidays, by phone, online chat, or support case.checked 7 Oct 2026
- What it does
- Authorize.net helps businesses accept electronic and credit card payments in person, online, and over the phone.checked 7 Oct 2026
The company
- Company history
- Authorize.net says it has worked with merchants and small businesses since 1996.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Founded
- 1996checked 23 Sep 2026
- Ownership
- Authorize.net states that it is a wholly owned subsidiary of Visa.checked 7 Oct 2026
Money
- Recurring billing
- Automated Recurring Billing supports subscriptions, retainers, and payment plans.checked 7 Oct 2026
