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SavagePayMS only supports legal, compliant businesses. We do not support gambling, casinos, betting or illegal activities.

We underwrite legal businesses — transparently.

Approval depends on KYC/KYB, compliance, processing history, and card brand rules — not arbitrary category bias. We never support gambling, casinos, betting, or illegal businesses.

⚖️Compliance Statement: Every application is reviewed for legality, licensing where required, chargeback history, and fraud risk. We reserve the right to decline any business that does not meet compliance standards, even if listed below. Legal status varies by state — documentation required.

Low Risk Businesses

Low Risk • Fastest Approval

Ideal starter profiles: low chargeback history, tangible goods or clearly defined services, established fulfillment. Often approved same-day with best effective rates and next-day funding.

Examples

RetailRestaurants & CafesMedical ClinicsDentalProfessional ServicesHome ServicesEducation & TutoringFitness & GymsSubscription BoxesSoftware & SaaSAutomotive RepairPet ServicesCleaning CompaniesPhotographyConsultingLegal (Law Firms)AccountingReal Estate Services

Typical Terms

  • 0% - low reserves (often none)
  • Interchange + 0.3% to 0.8% + $0.10
  • Next-day funding eligible
  • 24-48h approval

Medium Risk Businesses

Medium Risk • Enhanced Review

Legal but higher monitoring due to delayed fulfillment, higher ticket, or regulatory nuance. Requires compliance docs, fulfillment proof, and clear refund/terms pages.

Examples

Travel & HospitalityTelemedicine (HIPAA compliant)CBD / Hemp - where legally supported & licensedDigital Marketing AgenciesNutraceuticals (compliant labeling)SupplementsCoaching & MentorshipMembership PlatformsOnline Education & CoursesElectronics & ComputersTicketing & EventsFurniture & Home GoodsWholesale & B2BImport / Export (legal goods)
📄Requires: EIN, business bank, fulfillment timeline, refund policy URL, supplier invoices if product-based.

Typical Terms

  • 0-10% rolling reserve possible depending on history
  • Interchange + 0.6% to 1.4% + $0.15
  • T+1 to T+2 funding
  • 2-4 day approval after docs

Compliance Emphasis

All marketing claims must be FTC compliant, no disease cure claims for supplements, clear T&C and auto-renewal disclosure for memberships.

High Risk Businesses — Legal Only

High Risk • Strict Compliance

Historically challenging verticals that are legal and card-brand permissible when licensed and documented. Every application undergoes senior underwriting review.

Examples (Where Legally Permitted & Licensed)

Firearms Accessories (no firearms sales platform without FFL)Debt Collection AgenciesCredit Repair (CROA compliant)Forex & Trading Education (no brokerage)Business Consulting / Biz Op (with earnings disclaimers)Crypto Services (non-custodial consulting/education, where legal)Dating Platforms (consensual adult 18+ only, no illegal services)Gaming Hardware & AccessoriesOnline Auctions & MarketplacesDebt SettlementExtended WarrantyFinancial Services & Lending ConsultantsPrecious Metals DealersPawn Shops (state licensed)Auction Services
🚫Absolutely Prohibited Everywhere on Site: Gambling, casinos, betting, sports wagering, unlawful lotteries, illegal adult services, money laundering, fraudulent activities, or any business prohibited by applicable law. We actively reject and report attempts.

Typical Terms

  • 5-15% rolling reserve (disclosed upfront)
  • Interchange + 1.2% to 2.5% + $0.20
  • T+2 funding, weekly reserve release
  • 3-5 day review + docs validation

Required for High-Risk Review

  • State license where applicable (e.g., pawn, credit repair)
  • Detailed fulfillment & customer service process
  • Prior processing statements 6 months
  • Chargeback history & remediation plan if >0.5%
  • Terms, Privacy, Refund URLs (live)
Request High-Risk Evaluation →Approval depends on compliance & underwriting - not guaranteed.

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