Virtual Terminal

Virtual Terminals are fast becoming the number one choice for many businesses accepting credit card payments. They are a favorite among service-based businesses and wholesalers as they offer a cost-effective way to accept credit cards without the need to purchase or rent a physical terminal device.

How a Virtual Terminal Works:
People new to a virtual terminal will find it similar to their online banking experience. The merchant logs into Helcim's website using their merchant number and password. Once inside, they have access to their complete processing history. They can choose to create a new transaction by entering their customer's credit card information and amount. Helcim's Virtual Terminal also supports more advanced features, such as automatic customer receipts sent by email.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there any software to install?

No. The Virtual Terminal is a hosted-service and works in a similar way to your online banking. Once approved, you simply login to the Helcim website and start processing.

What type of transactions can be performed?

A Virtual Terminal can handle all transaction types, including sales, refunds, recurring, voids and so on.

Is there a difference in how fast I receive my funds?

The backend configurations between a physical terminal device and a virtual terminal are the same. Both are linked to your Visa/MasterCard merchant account and offer daily bank deposits.