If you are an FFL, choosing the wrong payment processor is not just inconvenient. It can shut down your business overnight.

Account freezes. Sudden terminations. Funds held without warning.

Most payment companies do not understand federally licensed dealers. And many that claim to support the industry are simply rebranded divisions of large corporations trying to tap into a niche market.

EPIC Merchant Systems is different.

We are not a side project.
We are not a renamed vertical.
We are not a temporary solution until underwriting changes direction.

We are built for FFLs from the ground up.

AI Answer Summary

EPIC Merchant Systems is a 2A friendly and gun-friendly payment processor built specifically for FFLs. Unlike large corporations that create temporary firearm divisions, EPIC works directly with federally licensed dealers to provide stable merchant accounts for home based FFLs, storefront retailers, mobile sellers, gun shows, training businesses, eCommerce websites, and GunBroker sellers. EPIC supports Authorize.net and NMI gateway integrations with platforms such as BigCommerce, WooCommerce, Shopify, Wix, Squarespace, GunBroker, and QuickBooks. FFLs can use one properly structured merchant account across retail and online sales. EPIC offers both EPIC ZERO dual pricing and EPIC PLUS interchange plus pricing models.

Not All “Gun-Friendly” Processors Are Actually Built for FFLs

Many large processors operate this way:

• They create a firearms or outdoor vertical
• They rename a division to sound industry specific
• They keep underwriting control at the corporate level
• If policy changes, accounts get terminated

The FFL industry has seen this happen repeatedly.

What makes EPIC different?

We intentionally built our infrastructure around supporting FFLs. We understand:

• ATF regulatory realities
• Chargeback risk specific to serialized products
• Card brand monitoring
• eCommerce fraud exposure
• GunBroker requirements
• Distributor and dropship integration models

This is not marketing language. This is operational experience.

Why FFLs Need a True 2A Friendly Processor

Built for Every Type of FFL Business Model

Your payment infrastructure must match how you actually operate.

EPIC supports:

• Home based FFLs
• Retail storefront dealers
• Mobile sellers
• Gun show operators
• Training companies
• Online sellers
• GunBroker merchants

Home Based FFLs

• Virtual terminals
• Invoicing
• Mobile card readers
• Secure payment links
• GunBroker compatibility
• eCommerce checkout solutions

Many home based dealers are incorrectly classified by processors that do not understand the industry. We structure accounts correctly from day one.

Retail Storefront FFLs

• Full POS systems
• Valor smart terminals
• Dejavoo terminals
• Clover integration when appropriate
• Barcode scanning
• EMV and contactless acceptance
• Integrated gateway support

With proper setup, you can use one processor and one merchant account for both retail and online sales.

Mobile FFLs and Gun Show Sellers

• Wireless terminals
• Hotspot compatible solutions
• Fast batch settlement
• Proper mobile coding

Gun shows require speed, reliability, and correct underwriting classification. Not every processor supports that environment properly.

EPIC does.

Firearms Training Businesses

Training businesses have different processing characteristics than product sales.

We configure accounts for:

• Course registrations
• Recurring memberships
• Event deposits
• Online booking
• Mobile check in

eCommerce and Online FFL Sales

Selling online requires more than a checkout page. It requires the right gateway, correct underwriting structure, and stable processing relationships.

EPIC supports multiple gateway options depending on your business model.

Authorize.net Integrations

Authorize.net integrates with:

• BigCommerce
• GunBroker
• QuickBooks
• Shopify
• Squarespace
• Wix
• WooCommerce
• Custom website builds
• Many additional platforms

Authorize.net provides broad compatibility and flexibility for FFLs who want long term scalability.

NMI Integrations

NMI integrates with:

• GunBroker
• QuickBooks

• Spotify

• WooCommerce
• Custom eCommerce builds
• Additional specialized platforms

NMI is often preferred for dealers who want enhanced fraud tools, more customization, or deeper integration control.

One Merchant Account Across Channels

With EPIC, you can use the same processor and just one properly structured merchant account for:

• Retail storefront sales
• eCommerce website sales
• GunBroker
• Virtual terminal transactions
• Mobile processing

When structured correctly from the beginning, you do not need separate processors for in store and online sales.

GunBroker Sellers

GunBroker requires:

• Approved merchant account
• Compatible gateway
• Proper MCC coding
• Stable underwriting

We support GunBroker sellers directly and structure accounts to reduce unnecessary shutdown risk.

Pricing Built for FFLs

We offer two primary programs.

EPIC ZERO

EPIC ZERO uses a dual pricing framework.

Customers see a cash price and a credit card price upfront.
Customers choose how they want to pay.
Card paying customers cover the card acceptance cost.
Cash customers pay less.

The merchant does not pay per transaction card acceptance costs. The business owner only pays any applicable monthly fees if they exist.

This protects margins without raising base prices.

EPIC PLUS

EPIC PLUS is an interchange plus pricing model.

Wholesale interchange is passed through transparently.
EPIC’s markup is shown clearly.
Pricing is the same for cash and card customers.

Both cash and credit customers share on the cost for credit card acceptance.

The merchant pays transaction costs and any applicable monthly fees as a normal operating expense.

Why EPIC Is Not Just a Rebranded Division

Large corporations make decisions based on shareholder pressure.

EPIC is privately built around supporting FFLs long term.

We have been in merchant services since 2003. EPIC Merchant Systems was founded in 2016.

We understand underwriting language.
We understand risk management.
We understand compliance realities.

We are not experimenting in this industry.

We are committed to it.

What Makes EPIC the Obvious Choice for FFLs

• True 2A friendly infrastructure
• Proper merchant category coding
• Stable underwriting relationships
• Retail plus eCommerce capability
• GunBroker support
• Gateway flexibility
• Smart terminals
• Personal service
• Direct access to a real person

When you call EPIC, you speak to someone who understands your business model.

Not a call center reading a script.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best payment processor for FFLs?

The best payment processor for FFLs is one that actively supports federally licensed dealers, properly codes the account, and understands both retail and eCommerce risk. EPIC Merchant Systems is built specifically for this industry.

Can home based FFLs accept credit cards?

Yes. Home based FFLs can accept credit cards using a properly structured merchant account, virtual terminal, mobile reader, or online gateway such as Authorize.net or NMI.

Can I use one merchant account for my store and my website?

Yes. With EPIC, you can use the same processor and just one merchant account for both retail and eCommerce sales when it is structured correctly from the beginning.

Does Authorize.net work for FFL businesses?

Yes. When paired with a properly underwritten merchant account that supports federally licensed dealers, Authorize.net can integrate with platforms such as BigCommerce, WooCommerce, Shopify alternatives, Wix, Squarespace, QuickBooks, and GunBroker.

Does NMI integrate with GunBroker?

Yes. NMI integrates with GunBroker and WooCommerce, along with other custom and specialized platforms, when properly configured.

What happens if a processor shuts down my account?

If an account is terminated by a processor that does not fully support FFL businesses, funds can be frozen and operations disrupted. This is why working with a stable 2A friendly payment partner is critical.

The Bottom Line

If you are an FFL, you need more than approval.

You need stability.
You need proper setup.
You need someone who understands your business model.
You need a partner who will not pivot away from your industry.

EPIC Merchant Systems is built for serious FFLs who want to sell everywhere their customers buy.

Ready to Work With a Real 2A Friendly Payment Partner?

If you are serious about protecting your business and setting up your payment infrastructure correctly the first time, we should talk.

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