There are a number
of options available that enable you to take payments online.
The most complex is to set up your own merchant account with your bank so
you can accept credit cards.
Payment processing services like ClickBank and PayPal offer a low-cost
alternative which meets the needs of many eBook sellers.
ClickBank
If you choose ClickBank for your payment processing you'll also
have an instant affiliate network promoting your eBooks. ClickBank will
take $1.00 plus 7% for each transaction. After the customer pays they will
be directed to a 'Thank You' page where they can download the eBook.
PayPal
You can start accepting online credit card payments instantly. In
addition, PayPal offers a full suite of tools to keep your payment
processing running smoothly.
But wait! If a customer looks at the
source code for your web page before paying, they may be able to see where they will be taken at the
Thank You stage - therefore they could get to the download page without paying.
Therefore, if you decide to use PayPal, I strongly recommend using it in conjunction with
PayLoadz.
PayLoadz
Integrates beautifully with PayPal's online payment
system. Deliver your products to your customers instantly after payment,
using a completely automated and secure system. Recruit affiliates to sell your
products too.
Merchant
Account
A merchant account is an
account your bank sets up to allow you to accept credit cards online. It
can be more costly than the options above, if your volume is
low. Please get further details from your bank.
On
to Step 6: Promoting Your eBook
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Additional
Resources
ClickBank
Accept credit cards at your site. $50 set up fee. Transaction
fees: $1.00 plus 7% for each transaction.
PayPal
Start accepting online
credit card payments instantly. No set up fee.
PayLoadz
Operates together with
PayPal to deliver information products instantly and securely and to give
you affiliate capability.
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