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To become a Mastercard merchant, simply contact an acquirer for a merchant account application

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What to ask your acquirer

 It's always helpful to choose an acquirer that understands the needs of your specific industry.‎

For example, does the acquirer support technology that makes transactions faster and more convenient at the point of sale?‎

What are the acquirer’s policies and practices regarding fraud avoidance? Acquirers should have a clear and multi-faceted approach that involves technology.‎

Chargebacks usually happen when there is a customer dispute or an error or the financial liability typically falls on the merchant.‎