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Kick off the new year with savings.

Sign up with Helcim before the end of January and we'll waive 100% of the fees on your first $5,000 in customer payments.

Start saving today

Small businesses save 25% on average with Helcim. Small businesses save 28% on average with Helcim.

Our pricing is always 100% transparent so you continue to save all year long. We keep your rates low and give you innovative ways to save money, all with no monthly fees or contracts in sight.

  • No contracts
  • No hidden charges
  • No monthly fees

In-Person (Average)

1.73%
 + 8¢

1.94%
 + 8¢

Interac Chip & Pin +9¢
Average PIN-Debit Rate 0.91% +8¢

Keyed & Online (Average)

2.44%
 + 25¢

2.51%
 + 25¢

Interact Chip & Pin +9¢
Average PIN-Debit Rate 0.91% +8¢

We help your business get paid in person or online.

With one Helcim account you get unlimited access to all of our payment solutions and every tool your business may need.

Explore our powerful POS system
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Keyed & over the phone

Get paid faster with Online Invoicing and the Virtual Terminal.
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In-Person

Easily accept contactless payments at your checkout or on the go.
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Online

Build a fully-hosted online store or add payments to your current website.

You'll love our amazing customer service.

Our human approach means whenever you need help, you can quickly talk to a real person who actually cares about you and your business.

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One free account. Full access.

No paywalls or trials here.
At no extra cost, Helcim's all-in-one Merchant Platform gives you the latest technology and all the tools you need to get paid and grow your business.

We've got all your payments covered

More free tools than you can handle

  • Invoicing
  • Online Checkout
  • Point-of-Sale
  • Virtual Terminal
  • Recurring Plans
  • Payment Links
  • Card Vault
  • Customer Portal
  • Inventory
  • Online Food Ordering
  • SMS Payments
  • QR Codes
More Features

We're building the world's most loved payments company.

  • "Absolutely love everything about them! I've recommended Helcim to all of my customers who run credit cards, definitely one of the best companies to go through!!"

    - High Voltage Action Sports

  • "I never thought I could love a credit card processing company. But they have a loyal customer here at Thrive With Wellness!"

    - Kyla Phillips

  • "Very happy with everyone I've dealt with at Helcim. Love their positive can-do attitude. "

    - Danny Mancini

  • "As a small business owner I absolutely love Helcim!"

    - Dr. Shea Miller

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When your business wins, we win.

We love helping small businesses save time and money, and the entire internet agrees!

Best Overall Merchant Services.

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FAQ.

  • Why should I choose Helcim?

    Transparency, low rates, smart tools and amazing service! Many merchants have been dragged through the mud by their prior processor with hidden fees, contracts, and terrible service. We've built our reputation on being the opposite. We care about building long-term relationships with our merchants - which means offering you the payment service you've been looking for.

    Have more questions? Email or give us a call. Our in-house team of Helcim Merchant Experience Specialists are here to share their knowledge, answer your questions and point you in the right direction. No commissions, no pressure.

  • Are there any contracts or hidden fees?

    No! You can close your account anytime without any penalty and there are no hidden fees. You never again have to worry about setup fees, termination fees, quarterly fees, PCI & non-compliance fees, customer service fees, or bank deposit fees.

  • Who is Helcim for?

    If your business is looking for a better way to accept credit and debit cards online or in-person, then Helcim is the payments company for you. Helcim offers a wide range of payment tools and software solutions to make it faster and easier for you to get paid.

  • How long do funds take to be deposited?

    Deposits will appear in your bank account within 2 business days, depending on the time of day that your transactions are settled. Transactions processed over the weekend or bank holidays are initialized for deposit on the following business day. Your daily transactions are batched together and deposited to your bank account, net of processing fees.

  • Is there a monthly fee?

    No! We want to help small businesses grow and thrive, so there are no monthly fees. Your Helcim account allows you to process both in-person and online payments with great low processing rates. You also get full access to all of our merchant tools and benefit from our amazing customer service team.

  • How long should I wait to get my payment hardware?

    When you order a Helcim card reader or a Helcim Smart terminal, we work hard to ensure it reaches you as quickly as possible. Typically, shipping may take 2 - 3 business days. However, please know that shipping may take up to 5 business days for some businesses for US locations and up to 7 business days for some Canadian locations.

  • What type of funding options does Helcim offer?

    Helcim uses gross deposits, meaning your total sales are deposited directly into your bank account, with processing fees deducted as a separate line item on the same day. This ensures accurate daily revenue and cash flow data so you always know exactly how much you've earned and what's available.

  • How much are the processing rates?

    For Visa, Mastercard, Amex and other card-brands, we offer Interchange Plus pricing to give you complete transparency and greater savings. By passing the base cost directly to you and only charging for a single markup, Interchange Plus pricing gives you significant savings. By knowing our cost as well as our markup, we promote a fully transparent partnership which means no surprises on your monthly statement!

    To calculate your rates for in-person and online transactions, you can visit our pricing page.

  • Do I need to change banks?

    No! You can use your existing bank account, provided by your financial institution or credit union. Sole proprietors can use a personal bank account. Incorporated business and partnerships are required to use a business bank account

    Law firms and other businesses that require separate trust and operating bank accounts are able to customize the flow of deposits and fees to meet their needs.

  • Do you offer volume discounts?

    Yes! And there is no need to call and renegotiate rates. Our Interchange Plus margin automatically decreases the more you process, helping you save even more.

    You can view our complete volume discounts on our pricing page.

  • How does signing up work?

    You can sign up directly on our website using your computer or mobile phone. There is no need for complicated paperwork nor signatures. The signup form takes as little as 5-minutes, asking you to enter basic information about your business, address and contact information.

    Once you create your Helcim account, you can begin using it right away! Get started here.

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