The TacticalPay Gateway
Our own firearm-friendly payment gateway, powered by NMI. It plugs into GunBroker, WooCommerce, BigCommerce and 200+ other platforms. Prefer Authorize.net? Every TacticalPay merchant account can use either.
helped nationwide
A trusted leader in firearms payments.
Getting approved for payment processing shouldn't feel like a battle. We specialize in helping firearms merchants — from brick-and-mortar FFLs to shooting ranges to GunBroker sellers — get the right payment gateways and merchant accounts. The application is purpose-built for the industry, which means less back-and-forth and faster approvals, with transparent, competitive pricing from day one.
One gateway built for firearms. Your choice of two.
Whether you sell in-store, online, or both, TacticalPay has the payment gateway solutions and firearms-industry expertise to get you processing — so you can grow with confidence.
Everything an FFL Needs, in One Place.
A firearms-compatible gateway connected to a merchant account built for your industry — add a terminal, a POS, or your website anytime on the same approval.
Plug your gateway into any channel
Connect the TacticalPay Gateway — or Authorize.net, if you prefer — to your website, cart, or virtual terminal, and sell on GunBroker or WooCommerce, where mainstream processors won't let firearms merchants operate at all.
- TacticalPay Gateway (NMI) or Authorize.net — your choice
- GunBroker integration
- WooCommerce, WordPress & 200+ integrations
One account, every way you sell
The same firearms-friendly underwriting powers a countertop terminal, Tap on your phone at the range or a gun show, or a keyed-in phone order — all tied to the gateway on your account.
- EMV chip, contactless & magstripe
- Tap to pay on iPhone and Android
- Cash discount & dual pricing built in
Firearms Payment Gateway Comparison
Against mainstream gateways and general high-risk providers — built for firearms, not bolted on.
| Stripe / Square | Other firearms processors | TacticalPay | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligibility & access | |||
| Firearms & ammo sales allowed | Prohibited | Sometimes | Built for it |
| Industry focus | Non-firearms only | Often non-specialized | Firearms only, 10+ years |
| Gateway & integrations | |||
| Gateway options | Proprietary only | Varies | TacticalPay Gateway (NMI) or Authorize.net |
| GunBroker compatible | No | Usually | Yes |
| eCommerce platforms | No firearms | Varies | WooCommerce, BigCommerce & 200+ more |
| Application & pricing | |||
| Approval speed | Instant — then shut off | Days to weeks | 1–3 business days |
| Pricing | Opaque, $$$ | Often opaque | Transparent & competitive |
| Support | |||
| Client support | Automated / limited | Sometimes outsourced | In-house, Texas-based |
From Application to First Charge in Days.
A light lift to start — our team matches you with the right gateway and guides the rest from inside your account.
Trusted by FFLs Nationwide.
“I recently went to all electronic. POS, FFL Books, Fingerprints, etc. It has been a challenge for me but Rich with tactical pay has been a real asset. He always has time and gets me going asap. Thanks Rich and Tactical Pay.”
“Switching to Tactical Pay was one of the best business decisions I've made. I came from WorldPay after dealing with frozen funds, constant headaches, and what felt like the longest underwriting process imaginable. I found myself answering…”
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“I'm finally able to access this page. I really appreciate the professional service that I got from Heather & Bill while getting setup to process our cc request. Their knowledge and care in making sure that we got positioned to allow our…”
“I had the pleasure of working with Bill and Nathan, and they both delivered exceptional service from start to finish. They were professional, responsive, and took the time to ensure everything was handled thoroughly and efficiently. I…”
“Nathan and Kyle were great! Easy set up and a super knowledgeable team.”
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