Terms of service

Last updated: September 16, 2026

By accessing or using CardWatch (this "site"), you agree to the following terms. If you don't agree with them, please don't use the site.

1. Independence and trademarks

CardWatch is an independent, editorially operated publication covering the payments industry, including CardConnect. We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by CardConnect, Fiserv, or any of their affiliates. Any company or product names, including "CardConnect" and "CardPointe," referenced on this site remain the property of their respective owners and are used here for identification and commentary purposes only.

2. Informational purpose only

Content on this site is provided for general informational purposes about the payments industry. It is not financial, legal, tax, or professional advice, and it should not be treated as a substitute for speaking directly with CardConnect, another processor, or a qualified advisor before making a business decision.

3. Accuracy and updates

We make reasonable efforts to keep information current and accurate, but pricing, features, and company details in the payments industry change frequently. We do not guarantee that any figure, fee, or feature described here still matches what a specific provider currently offers. Always verify directly with the provider before relying on any specific number.

4. Acceptable use

You agree not to use this site to: violate any applicable law; attempt to gain unauthorized access to the site's systems; scrape or republish substantial portions of our content without permission; or use the contact form to send spam, malware, or abusive content.

5. Intellectual property

Original text, design, and graphics on this site are owned by CardWatch unless otherwise noted. You may quote brief excerpts with attribution and a link back to the source page. Wholesale republishing of articles requires our prior written permission.

6. Third-party links

Links to CardConnect's official site or other third parties are provided for convenience and reference. We don't control, and aren't responsible for, the content, accuracy, or practices of any linked third-party site.

7. Disclaimer of warranties

This site and its content are provided "as is," without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including warranties of accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose.

8. Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, CardWatch and its contributors are not liable for any damages arising from your use of, or reliance on, this site's content, including decisions made about payment processors or vendors based on information found here.

9. Changes to these terms

We may revise these terms from time to time. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

10. Contact

Questions about these terms can be sent through our contact page.