How Real-Time Payment Processing Reduces Checkout Abandonment Rates?
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Every click matters at checkout. Especially the last one—the payment. For merchants, it’s the final step that turns browsers into buyers. But it’s also where the most drop-offs happen. Cart abandonment at checkout can quietly bleed revenue, and one of the biggest culprits? Payment friction . Enter: real-time payment processing. A silent hero behind smooth, successful transactions. Let’s dive into how this technology directly impacts abandonment rates—and why merchants should care now more than ever. The Checkout Abandonment Problem Abandonment isn’t new, but it’s growing. Studies show that up to 70% of online shopping carts are abandoned. While some of that is due to window shopping or price comparisons, a significant percentage comes down to: Slow payment processing Payment failures Limited payment options Security concerns Unexpected fees or delays And here’s the kicker: If a payment page takes more than a few seconds to load or process, near...