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Our site isn't even up yet, and I just spoke to our credit card processor who said that we should have a back up plan in case Visa/MC decides we are too explicit. Does anyone have a recommendation for a backup to process Visa/MC?
Thanks.
Tony
p.s. I hope that this becomes a non-issue after November 2nd.
well, it wont become a nonissue. nov 2 wont change shit, in my opinion.
as for ur site... if ur processor is already warning u that ur site might be too explicit, maybe u should take a look at it. ive never heard of a processor telling u to have a backup plan. so either they think its too close to the line, or ur rep is just an idiot.
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You know, I agree with Dale on this one. I know that they will not approve something that has the words BOY, or TEEN. WE have some names that we can not make sites with because of that.
That would be the only other thing I could think of, unless you have some really naughty content! :specs:
thats odd, epoch told me that 'boy' was ok as long as i dont imply underage...Quote:
Originally posted by andymike
You know, I agree with Dale on this one. I know that they will not approve something that has the words BOY, or TEEN. WE have some names that we can not make sites with because of that.
That would be the only other thing I could think of, unless you have some really naughty content! :specs:
if they ban boy, they have to ban girl..
Well I know that when we tried to us the name boysofbrazil.com they told us "No that they would not approve any names with the word boy."
I didn't talk to them myself, so may have been more to it then that. However, that was the just of what they said.
The site is an Ebay type auction site, and none of the graphics we're using are explicit, but our policy is to allow explicit pictures in the auction ads as long as it complies with current laws (no under age pictures).
It seems to me that the graphics won't be any more explicit than any other adult site.
I guess what I'm really asking is if anyone can refer me to a credit card processor that does allow explict adult content.
Well yes, but in other adult sites the x rated images are normally protected by CC billing or some type of password system.
Do you think that could be the reason they said that?
it sounds like you are using a mainstream biller who is concerned about anything to do with adult, get in touch with ccbill or ibill, both are adult processors and even though they may charge a bit more % for their service, at least you know they will not shut you down.
cheers,
Luke
You may also want to try netbilling.com. They handle our our processing.
Visa won't allow "boy" but will allow bestiality sites to be processed through third-party USA processors?
Something seems very wrong with that
Agreed Dale :thumbsup:Quote:
Originally posted by Dawgy
well, it wont become a nonissue. nov 2 wont change shit, in my opinion.
as for ur site... if ur processor is already warning u that ur site might be too explicit, maybe u should take a look at it. ive never heard of a processor telling u to have a backup plan. so either they think its too close to the line, or ur rep is just an idiot.
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Regards,
Lee
Everyone, thank you for your input. I have definitely done everything I could to comply with the request not to be explicit; none of the public areas have complete nudity, in order to not only list an item for sale, but view items, you must be registered. Registration includes age verification. But, other than restrictions related to 2257, I am unwilling to put any restrictions as to ad content. We need to be competitive.
I do think the card card processor is an idiot. And, my goal in posting here, was to find an alternative processor. I think, with AndyMike's help, I may have already do so.
Thanks again,
Tony:sun:
Hotpopporn
Have you considered ACH (on-line checks)?
No Chargebacks threshholds or fees
Low rate / low reserve
Affiliate software at no charge
The return rate is higher than credit cards but Jettis provides a collection solution (at no extra chage) that retries and collects on transactions that were returned for non-sufficient funds..
Hit me up on ICQ #334127567 or email tommy@jettis.com if you would like more details.
Tommy
Hi Tommy-
In addition to credit cards, we are able to accept e-checks. But, it isn't practical to not be able to accept credit cards, there are too many people that would go someplace else.
Tony
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Originally posted by Hotpopporn
Hi Tommy-
In addition to credit cards, we are able to accept e-checks. But, it isn't practical to not be able to accept credit cards, there are too many people that would go someplace else.
Tony
Tony
Don't get me wrong, without Visa and Mastercard you would not come close to reaching the revenue you need..
But having a good ACH processor as well seems to be a necessity now adays..especially if a processor is worried and having you look for a back up plan..
Good luck with you search :)