How to Accept Credit Card Payments Over the Phone

Most credit card services allow businesses to manually input credit card information into a machine or Internet-based card service. Since you won't be able to swipe the card to transfer its information electronically, you'll have to obtain all of the credit card information verbally to obtain an authorization for payment. If you don't currently use a credit card processing provider, purchase an online payment process or machine service first. Prices vary, so shop around before choosing a service for your business.