Guide

What to do when a processor holds funds.

A processor hold is not just a cash-flow problem. It is usually a file review problem.

The first move is to understand what the processor may be reacting to before sending rushed explanations or incomplete documents.

First moves

Gather the file before responding.

When funds are held, the merchant usually wants to respond immediately. That is understandable, but the better first step is to gather the materials that explain the full account picture.

  • The processor notice or email thread
  • Recent merchant statements
  • Website, checkout flow, refund policy, and support pages
  • Recent chargeback, refund, or fulfillment context
  • Any deadline or document request from the processor

OmmPay can review those materials and help the merchant understand what probably matters before the next response.

See Merchant Rescue