[ BlueSnap Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/bluesnap/reviews) [ BlueSnap Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/bluesnap/reviews) # BlueSnap Features ##### ## Payment Options (10) Coupons, Discounts, Promotions, and Gift Cards Ability to accept coupons, discounts, promotions, and gift cards. Recurring Billing Ability to charge customers on a recurring basis for subscription-based purchases Instant Payment Customer data is securely stored so there is no need to repeatedly enter data for multiple purchases Accepted Credit Cards and Debit Cards Ability to accept different types of credit and debit cards ACH Payments and eCheck Processing Ability to accept and process eChecks and ACH payments as a form of payment Split Payments Ability to split payments between merchant and sellers Multi-Currency Allows users to process payments in multiple currencies. Self Service Portal Online portal through which end users can access the system, manage tasks, or obtain information Multi-Currency Allows users to process payments in multiple currencies. Self Service Portal Online portal through which end users can access the system, manage tasks, or obtain information Show More ##### ## Administration (18) Reporting/Dashboards Access pre-built and custom reports and dashboards. User, Role, and Access Management Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc. Payout Time Turnaround time for money to be transferred to the merchant's bank account Manual Payment Entry Web form that the merchant can use to enter credit card payments manually (from over the phone, mail, etc) and issue returns or void previous transactions Dispute Resolution The process for handling chargebacks and disputes with the payment gateway. Omnichannel Process payments from multiple channels such as ACH, mobile, or e-commerce. Levels 1 & 2 Supports levels 1 and 2 for credit card payment processing. Level 3 Supports level 3 credit card processing which requires additional data for qualification. Reporting & Analytics Reports and analytics created from payment data. E-commerce Integration The ability to integrate directly with an e-commerce platform in order to create a seamless checkout experience. Processing Fees Fees associated with processing individual transactions that may be based on a percentage of the purchase or a flat rate. POS Integration The ability to integrate with a POS system in order to allow the processing of credit card or mobile payments in a store setting. Omnichannel Process payments from multiple channels such as ACH, mobile, or e-commerce. Levels 1 & 2 Supports levels 1 and 2 for credit card payment processing. Level 3 Supports level 3 credit card processing which requires additional data for qualification. Payment Gateway Integration Integration with payment gateways to facilitate online transactions ACH Payment Processing Accept electronic bank-to-bank transfers using a network called the Automated Clearing House (ACH) Cryptocurrency Processing Accept and process cryptocurrency transactions such as Bitcoin Show More ##### ## Security (5) PCI Compliance Ensures that the service is building and maintaining a secure network; protecting cardholder data; maintaining a vulnerability management program; implementing strong access control measures; regularly monitoring and testing networks; and maintaining an information security policy Fraud Protection Tools Fraud protection filters such as high risk countries, email service provider risk, high risk BIN, account number velocity, high item number, shipping/billing mismatch, AVS failure, CSC failure, and others Data Tokenization Sensitive data (personal info, CC info, etc) is replaced with non-sensitive equivalent, aka a Token. The tokens act as a reference that maps back to the sensitive data through a tokenization system. POS Verification Support cardholder verification methods for POS transactions. POS Verification Support cardholder verification methods for POS transactions. Show More ##### ## Development (4) Customization (Fields, Objects, and Layouts) Allows developers to customize payment form to accommodate their unique processes. APIs Application Programming Interface - Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc with other software applications. Accounting Software Integration Provides standard integration with merchant's accounting software E-Commerce Software Integration Provides standard integration with merchant's e-commerce software Show More ##### ## Platform (9) Performance and Reliability Payment gateway is consistently available (up-time) and allows users to complete tasks quickly because they are not waiting for the gateway to respond to an action they took. System scales with load. Internationalization - Currency/Language The gateway supports multiple currencies and languages to enable business from customers in multiple countries Internationalization - Operating Country The payment gateway is supported in the country in which the merchant operates API / Integrations Application Programming Interface—Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc. with other software applications. PCI Regulation Compliance Complies with payment card industry (PCI) regulations Accounting integration Provide integration with accounting software and ERP systems. E-commerce Integration Provide integration with B2B and B2C e-commerce platforms Accounting integration Provide integration with accounting software and ERP systems. E-commerce Integration Provide integration with B2B and B2C e-commerce platforms Show More ##### ## Payment Methods (3) ACH Automated Clearing House (ACH) is an electronic network that processes large volumes of financial transactions, including B2B payments. Credit and Debit Corporate debit and credit cards used specifically for B2B payments Wire Transfer Electronic fund transfers between entities Show More ##### ## Payment Processing (7) Batch Processing Payments can be processed by batch without manual intervention Payments Scheduling Ability to schedule payments at predefined dates and times Automated Workflows Workflows to manage every stage of the payment process Self Service Self-service portals and mobile apps to submit invoices for processing Reconciliation Match invoices, payments, and bank statement information Settlements Clearing of electronic payments to transfer funds from customers to suppliers Payment Tracking Track each stage of the payment process and manage payments history Show More ##### ## Security and Compliance (6) PCI Compliant Comply with information security standards for credit card processing P2PE Point-to-point encryption to convert sensitive financial information into indecipherable code Fraud Management Features to protect companies from attempts to steal sensitive information like credit card details SSL Encryption Secure Sockets Layer is the standard security protocol for encryption of electronic data SOX Comply with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) to protect companies and the public from accounting erros and fraud SOC Ensure compliance with Association of International Certified Professional Accountants standards for cloud vendors SOC1 and SOC 2 Show More ##### ## Integration (3) Agnostic Integration The software can be integrated with any other products Reporting Consolidation Reports are generated using financial data from multiple sources Plugins and APIs The vendor provides pugins and APIs that customers can use to create custom integrations Show More ##### ## Billing (4) Automation Ability to create and send invoices automatically at predefined or custom frequencies. Consolidation Consolidate invoices so customers can make one payment for multiple bills. Adjustments Adjust invoices to handle exceptions and correct errors. Blacklisting Allows users to temporarily or permanently block potential fraudsters. Show More ##### ## Dunning (2) Collections Assists users in collecting payments for unpaid invoices. Escalation Define escalation processes to suspend service for unpaid invoices. Show More ##### ## Performance (2) Packages Track the financial performance of various types of packages. Discounts Identify the impact of special pricing and discounts on revenue. Show More ##### ## Data Sources (3) Internal Import data from internal software or databases External Import data from external systems such as PayPal or Stripe Consolidation Consolidate data from multiple sources, internal and external Show More ##### ## Analysis (3) KPIs Include KPIs for various types of payments Compliance Provide compliance analytics for fraud prevention Dashboards Deliver dashboards to display and compare KPIs Show More ##### ## Payment Processing (9) Encryption Built-in security to protect payment information in order to prevent fraud and hacking. Credit Card Processing The ability to process credit card payments and receive approval or denial of funds from the customer's bank. Mobile Payments The ability to process mobile payments from a mobile wallet or other mobile phone payment app. Digital Wallet Integration The ability to process payments from a digital wallet service or other digital payment method. Debit/Credit Card Processing Accept and process credit/debit card transactions Online Payments Accept and process online payment transactions Partial Payments Allow customers to make a partial payment on an invoice and track remaining debt In-Person Payments Transactions that typically involve face-to-face interactions between the payer and the payee Digital Wallet Payments Allows customers to check out with wallet payment methods that digitally store credit and debit cards Show More ##### ## Reporting (3) Dimensions Reports revenue based on various dimensions, such as subscription segments, geographies, or discounts Deferred Revenue Tracks revenue for goods or services that have yet to be collected Revenue Recognition Accurately determines and reports the accounting period when revenues are recognized Show More ##### ## Payment Types (3) AP Automation Manages large volumes of invoices and financial transactions between a company and its suppliers E-Commerce Facilitates the acceptance of electronic payment for online transactions Retail Features a common interface for in-store, online, and on-the-go set across all acceptance points Show More ##### ## Architecture (3) Unified API Deliver application programming interfaces (APIs) to integrate payment solutions easily POL Suppoprt payment orchestration layers (POL) to unify multiple types of payments from different providers Integrations Provide built-in integrations with payment gateways and payment processing solutions Show More ##### ## Processing (5) Validation Validate payments before processing to determine the best routing options Automation Define and manage automated payment processing, from authorization to settlement Cross Border Support cross border and international payments for B2C and B2B Routing Include multiple routing options for payments that can be customized by users Reconciliation Compare payment transactions with bank statements and financial records Show More ##### ## Risk & Compliance (3) Failed payments Re-route failed payments to alternative payment processing options Tokenization Use tokens to protect payments data by replacing it with data generated by algorithms Compliance Comply with privacy and security regulations such as PCI and PSD2 Show More ##### ## Analytics (3) Consolidation Centralize payments data from multiple sources such as gateways or payment service providers Optimization Use payments data to improve processing and success rates, as well as reduce costs Fraud Identify suspicious payers and analyze fraudulent transactions Show More ##### ## Payments - Embedded Payments (3) Processing Process payments from customers and track late or incomplete payments. Fraud Protection Protect against payment fraud and fraudulent transactions. Payment Methods Support multiple payment methods such as credit and debit cards or bank transfers. Show More ##### ## Personalization - Embedded Payments (4) Customer Onboarding Include features to manage the onboarding of new customers. Checkout Customization Deliver checkout portals that can be customized by users. Localization Allow users to personalize payments by geographical location. Merchant Portal Provide a portal that merchants can use to track payments. Show More ##### ## Setup - Embedded Payments (3) Payment Flows Define workflows to process different types of payments. APIs Provide application programming interfaces to integrate with other software solutions. Dispute Management Include features to manage disputes related to payments. Show More ##### ## Analytics - Embedded Payments (3) Transactions Analyze payments to identify the value of failed or incorrect payments. Reconciliation Matches payments with billing and invoices to ensure that customers are charged correctly. Revenue Track the revenue generated by subscriptions and the payments made by customers. Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Payment Gateways (3) Autonomous Task Execution Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input Cross-system Integration Works across multiple software systems or databases Decision Making Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Subscription Billing (6) Autonomous Task Execution Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input Multi-step Planning Ability to break down and plan multi-step processes Cross-system Integration Works across multiple software systems or databases Adaptive Learning Improves performance based on feedback and experience Third-Party Integrations Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Accounting Integration Integrate with a third-party accounting system Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Payments Orchestration (2) Autonomous Task Execution Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input Cross-system Integration Works across multiple software systems or databases Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Embedded Payments (1) Cross-system Integration Works across multiple software systems or databases Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Enterprise Payment (1) Adaptive Learning Improves performance based on feedback and experience Show More ##### ## Additional Functionality (88) For Telecommunications Industry Specifically for telecommunications industry Reporting & Statistics Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns Customer History Access previous interactions or concerns to maintain customer relationships Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Alerts/Notifications Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges Service Provisioning Allocate necessary resources such as equipment, wiring, and transmission available in a carrier's network. Multi-Currency Manage and handle various international currencies Self Service Portal Online portal through which end users can access the system, manage tasks, or obtain information Pre-Paid Service Services paid in advance before the end of the monthly billing cycle. Product Catalog Present a catalog of inventory that customers can view Generative AI Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. Configurable Workflow Configure existing workflows to meet your organization's needs Payment Processing Accept, record, and reconcile financial transactions Call Data Records(CDR) Records or detailed document of call data produced by a telephone exchange over telecommunications equipment. API Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Flexible Rate Tables Control and set flexible rates that depend on multiple variables and enable rate automation and calculation Audit Trail A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc. Customer Accounts Record customer information, purchase history, and other notes CRM Built-in customer relationship management (CRM) capabilities or integration with a third-party CRM system AI Copilot A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users For Internet Service Providers (ISP) Companies that provide access to the internet and its related services. Post-Paid Service Services paid in real-time or end of the monthly billing cycle. ACH Payment Processing Accept electronic bank-to-bank transfers using a network called the Automated Clearing House (ACH) Data Import/Export Import and export data to and from software applications Real-Time Analytics Analyze and gain insights into data in real-time Client Portal Private online space that lets businesses securely share documents and provide information access to clients Email Reminders Reminders sent via email Customizable Branding Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding Mobile Access Access software remotely via mobile devices Tax Calculation Calculate tax and make deductions on gross income from sources like wages, investments or self-employment Bank Reconciliation Compare and match accounting/financial records with corresponding bank statements Transaction History Record of all transactions such as purchases, deposits, withdrawals and transfers within a specific period Contact Database Centralized database of stakeholders and their contact information such as names, address, phone number etc. Credit Card Processing Accept and process credit card transactions Customizable Fields Customize data fields to support various needs and use cases Real-Time Data Receive data and information in real time Invoice Processing Creation, processing, verification, and execution of invoices till the payment is made PCI Compliance Store, process, and transmit cardholder data in compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) Multiple Payment Options Process payments via multiple modes directly through the application Data Synchronization Synchronizing data between two or more devices/systems and automatically updating changes to maintain consistency Transaction Monitoring Monitor or audit historical and current transactions to analyze customer account activities Purchasing & Receiving Workflows that help acquire inventory, issue purchase orders and receive and store items in required quantity Contactless NFC Near-field communication method to share data and process contactless payments Offline Access Ability of websites, web applications, or mobile applications to function without an active internet connection Electronic Signature Digitally sign online documents PCI Compliance Store, process, and transmit cardholder data in compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) Credit Card Management Financial system that helps create and manage physical/digital credit cards and track transaction activities Fraud Detection Identify and prevent suspicious activity SSL Security Security protocol that ensures secure, encrypted communication over the internet, safeguarding sensitive data from unauthorized access Mobile Access Access software remotely via mobile devices Generative AI Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. Returns Management Track and facilitate returns of products sold Discount Management Track products that are for sale at a reduced price or part of coupon promotions Reminders Timed notification for any upcoming task, deadline, appointment, or activity Barcode/Ticket Scanning Scan barcodes to ensure accurate pricing and label tracking Reporting & Statistics Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns Recurring/Subscription Billing Automated process of charging customers at regular intervals for repeated access or use of a product or service Compliance Management Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier Transaction History Record of all transactions such as purchases, deposits, withdrawals and transfers within a specific period Mobile Card Reader Hardware device connected to smartphones for processing payments Sales Tax Management Calculation of consumption tax imposed on the sale of goods/services Customer Database A collection of customer information such as contact details, demographics, previous interactions, etc. Receipt Management Upload, track, and submit receipts in a central database Customizable Branding Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding Invoice Management Captures invoice data and maintains comprehensive records for auditing and reporting purposes Cash Management Process of managing an organization's cash resources, including cash on hand, investments, and bank account balances Remote Access/Control Access work applications remotely, for when working away from the office and/or traveling Multi-Location Manage and support multiple locations Sales Trend Analysis Analyze the current state of sales data to accurately understand trends and forecast future sales numbers. CRM Built-in customer relationship management (CRM) capabilities or integration with a third-party CRM system Gift Card Management Reward loyal customers with gift cards which they can redeem for special offers and loyalty bonus Sales Reports Reports specific to sales analysis for trends and strategies AI Copilot A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users Multiple Payment Options Process payments via multiple modes directly through the application Loyalty Program Offer prizes, discounts, and other incentives for customers to earn reward points on purchases and redeem them for future purchases Status Tracking Track the status over time for a request, process, asset, or transaction Alerts/Notifications Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Expense Tracking Monitor and record expenses such as purchases or charges incurred Data Security Protect sensitive data for digital privacy Payment Links Send clickable links via text or email to collect payments from customers API Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Payment Fraud Prevention Tools to prevent payment fraud, such as identity authentication, risk analysis, seller protection, etc. Payment Reconciliation Reconcile payments with corresponding invoices or orders for accounting purposes Data Import/Export Import and export data to and from software applications Search/Filter Search and filter data across systems to locate required information by entering keywords or certain criteria Real-Time Data Receive data and information in real time Billing & Invoicing Create, manage, and send invoices or bills to customers Show More ## Top-Rated Alternatives [ ![PayPal Payments](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/6257a9c028b45bdc1f1ca9725d6e214c/paypal.png "PayPal Payments") PayPal Payments 4.4/5(2,749) ](https://www.g2.com/products/paypal/reviews) [ ![Payoneer](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/306e973fd36acb8bc2ecb43b07056b08/payoneer.svg "Payoneer") Payoneer 3.2/5(374) ](https://www.g2.com/products/payoneer/reviews) [ ![Adyen Payments](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/119fc41a96a94a828967144f60833c58/adyen-payments.svg "Adyen Payments") Adyen Payments 4/5(44) ](https://www.g2.com/products/adyen-payments/reviews) [ View All Alternatives ](https://www.g2.com/products/bluesnap/competitors/alternatives) ## Technology Glossary Features View full feature definition View definitions of the features and discover new technology terms. 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