GoCardless
The global bank payment company.
Overview
GoCardless is a global fintech company focused on simplifying the collection of recurring payments. It facilitates direct bank payments (such as ACH in the US, Bacs in the UK, and SEPA in Europe) for businesses, making it an ideal solution for subscriptions, invoices, and installments. By bypassing traditional card networks, it aims to reduce payment failures and lower transaction costs.
✨ Key Features
- Recurring Payments
- Direct Debit (ACH, Bacs, SEPA, etc.)
- Invoice Payments
- Automated Payment Collection
- Real-time Payment Failure Reporting
- Global Bank Payment Network
- Pre-built integrations with accounting software
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Specialization in bank-to-bank payments (ACH, Direct Debit).
- Lower transaction costs compared to card payments.
- Higher payment success rates for recurring billing.
- Global bank debit network.
Unique Value: Reduces the cost and hassle of collecting recurring payments by automating bank-to-bank transfers, resulting in lower fees, less churn, and better cash flow.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Automating recurring payment collection for subscription businesses.
- Reducing payment failures and administrative overhead for B2B invoicing.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- E-commerce businesses that primarily need to accept one-off credit card payments.
- Retailers requiring in-person POS payment solutions.
🏆 Alternatives
While card-focused platforms are good for one-off sales, GoCardless is superior for recurring payments due to lower failure rates and costs associated with bank debits.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Pro tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Standard plan has no monthly fee.
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