Do I have to share my SSN when creating a merchant (Bluefin) account?

Yes, you may have to provide your SSN when signing up with our credit card processing partner, Bluefin.

To accept credit cards, you must open a Merchant Account through an application process. The application process includes underwriting that verifies your SSN, DOB, and home address to protect against illicit financial activities such as money laundering. Many other factors are reviewed to make sure the Merchant Account is truly held by a business and that the owners or others in control of the Merchant Account are financially solvent.

Please note that Bluefin uses an encrypted system to transmit any data through a secure portal and has security protocols for transmitting sensitive files.

If you have any questions, please contact us

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