Secure Your Margins with the UK’s Most Reliable Elavon Payment Gateway
Experience 99.999% uptime and bank-backed security. Join thousands of UK merchants who have slashed their transaction fees and utility overheads by up to 22% through our unified auditing.
Hidden Gateway Fees are the "Silent Killer" of Online Growth
In 2026, a “flat-rate” payment gateway is often a tax on your success. As your volume grows, those fixed 1.75% + 20p fees aggressively eat into your bottom line. Most providers give you a portal; we give you a profit strategy. By combining Elavon’s secure online payment gateway with our specialized utility cost-management, we attack your two largest variable costs simultaneously. Stop paying the “convenience tax” and start scaling with a payment solution that works as hard as you do.
The "Global" Merchant: Expand Without Friction
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Multi-Currency Conversion (MCC):
Display prices in 100+ currencies and settle in 17, allowing international customers to shop with confidence. -
Intelligent Transaction Risk Analysis:
Use AI-driven TRA to bypass friction-heavy SCA (Strong Customer Authentication) for low-risk sales, reducing cart abandonment. -
Subscription & Recurring Billing:
Built-in tools for "Stored Shopper" profiles, perfect for gyms, wine clubs, and SaaS businesses.
The "Hospitality & Retail" Hybrid: True Omnichannel
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Unified Reporting via Elavon Connect:
See your in-store till sales and your website orders in one single, reconciled dashboard. -
Hosted Payment Pages (HPP):
Get up and running in hours with a secure "Lightbox" checkout that keeps customers on your site while Elavon handles the PCI compliance. -
Virtual Terminal (MOTO):
Take secure payments over the phone or via email "Pay-by-Link" for deposits and bespoke orders.
The Competitive Advantage Comparison Table
| Feature | Energy Solutions (Elavon) | Stripe / Adyen | High-Street Banks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility Integration | Included (Save up to 22%) | None | None |
| Transaction Fees | Bespoke (Starts from 0.99%) | Fixed (1.5% - 2.5%+) | Complex / Opaque |
| Platform Uptime | 99.999% (Bank-Grade) | 99.9% (Tech-Grade) | Varies |
| Funding Speed | Same-Day / Next-Day | 3-7 Days (Standard) | 3-5 Days |
| PCI Compliance | Included (Hosted Options) | £0/moSelf-Service | Fee-Based |
Elavon Payment Gateway FAQs
What makes Elavon a secure online payment gateway?
Elavon is owned by U.S. Bank, providing a level of financial stability and security that “fintech-only” aggregators cannot match. Every transaction is protected by advanced encryption and tokenization.
Do I need a separate merchant account?
No. We provide an all-in-one payment gateway solution that includes your merchant acquiring, meaning you have one contract and one point of contact.
Can Elavon help with my international sales?
Yes. Our electronic payment gateway automatically detects customer location and can display prices in their local currency, which has been shown to increase conversion rates by up to 18%.
Why choose Energy Solutions for Elavon?
As an official Elavon partner, Energy Solutions provides a bridge between world-class banking security and local, expert support. We help streamline your application process, ensure you are on the most cost-effective pricing tier, and provide a dedicated UK-based point of contact to help you optimize your payment setup as your business grows.
How quickly will I receive funds in my bank account?
We understand that cash flow is the heartbeat of your business. With Elavon’s “True Daily Funding,” you can receive your settled funds within hours of batch submission, seven days a week, including weekends and bank holidays.
Can I take payments over the phone or via email?
Yes. Our solution includes a secure Virtual Terminal for processing telephone orders (MOTO) and a “Pay-by-Link” feature. This allows you to send secure payment links directly to customers via email or SMS, making it easier to collect payments remotely without needing a full e-commerce website.
Does Elavon support modern mobile wallets like Apple Pay and Google Pay?
Absolutely. The Elavon gateway is fully optimized for the modern “mobile-first” shopper. It supports all major digital wallets, including Apple Pay and Google Pay, ensuring a frictionless checkout experience that reduces cart abandonment.
Real Businesses, Real Savings, Real Reviews
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