Seamless Payments Solution for Creative Professionals

Secure, flexible, and branded merchant solutions that let web designers, freelancers, and agencies focus on what they do best, creating great work, while we handle the complexity of payments.
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Payment Tools That Match the Way Designers Work

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Secure credit card payment terminal for small business transactions.
Streamlined invoicing and client payments
Create branded, professional invoices, accept payment the moment work is approved, and track transactions in real time. Keep cash flow predictable without extra admin.
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Custom payment gateways and links

Embed a secure checkout on your site or customer portal, or share branded payment links for quick approval of projects and retainers. Clients pay online with confidence and without friction.

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Subscription and retainer billing
Offer maintenance plans, hosting, and ongoing creative services with automated recurring billing. Reduce follow-up, improve renewal rates, and keep revenue steady.
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Virtual terminal for remote clients
Process card-not-present transactions by phone or email through a secure virtual terminal. Ideal for freelancers and remote teams that work across time zones.

Seamless Payments Solution for Creative Professionals

Seamless Payments Solution for Creative Professionals

Secure, flexible, and branded merchant solutions that let web designers, freelancers, and agencies focus on what they do best, creating great work, while we handle the complexity of payments.
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Payments That Scale with Your Creative Business

Reliable payment processing solutions for small business growth.

Advanced fraud prevention

Protect every transaction with PCI DSS compliance, tokenization, encryption, and intelligent chargeback tools. Reduce disputes while keeping checkout smooth.

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Faster payouts and reliable cash flow

Choose funding options that fit your operating rhythm. Fast processing and flexible deposit schedules help you move from project to payment without delay.
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Effortless integrations

Connect payments to the platforms you already use. Our gateways work with WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, Shopify, and popular plugins, which means less setup and fewer technical hurdles.
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Accept international payments

Serve clients around the world with multi-currency support, ACH, major cards, and digital wallets. Expand your reach while keeping settlement clear and predictable.

Analytics and Insights That Support Smarter Decisions

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Analytics and Insights That Support Smarter Decisions

Designers rely on data to improve user experiences. Your payment system should offer the same clarity. Host Merchant Services reporting shows real-time trends in revenue, client behavior, invoice status, and payment success.
Identify high-value accounts, forecast monthly intake, and align billing models with workload. Whether you manage a handful of retainers or a large project portfolio, you stay in control of cash flow and performance.
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Built for Every Part of the Web Design Ecosystem

Secure payment processing solutions for small businesses and merchants.
Freelance designers

Streamline deposits, milestones, and final balances with secure, fast payment acceptance.

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Creative agencies

Manage multiple brands and clients from one dashboard with approval workflows and clear reporting.

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UI and UX consultants

Collect fees through embedded forms or custom links for discovery, prototyping, and testing.

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Branding and identity experts

Offer polished, modern checkout experiences that reflect your studio’s standards.

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Website maintenance providers

Offer polished, modern checkout experiences that reflect your studio’s standards.

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Branded Payment Journeys That Elevate Your Client Experience

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Branded Payment Journeys That Elevate Your Client Experience

Clients expect a cohesive experience from proposal to final payment. With HMS, every touchpoint reflects your brand. Use your logo, color palette, and voice on invoices, links, and hosted checkout pages.
Keep the experience secure and seamless while reinforcing your professionalism at each step. From onboarding a new client to renewing a long-term retainer, every transaction feels consistent and on brand.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I accept deposits and milestone payments?

Yes. Set custom schedules for deposits, progress invoices, and final balances through invoicing and the payment gateway.

Does this work with my website platform?

Yes. Our integrations support WordPress, Wix, and Squarespace, as well as custom-coded sites.

How secure are transactions?

Security is built in. The platform is PCI DSS compliant and uses encryption, tokenization, and fraud monitoring.

Can I bill international clients?

Yes. You can accept major cards, digital wallets, and multiple currencies for clients worldwide.

How long does setup take?

Most accounts are approved within 24 to 48 hours. Once approved, you can send invoices and accept payments right away.

Do you support recurring retainers or maintenance fees?

Yes. Automated recurring billing makes it simple to manage retainers and maintenance plans, which supports consistent revenue and stronger client relationships.