Accepted Payment Methods
Choose whichever payment method is most convenient. All transactions are processed through secure, PCI-compliant gateways:
Secure Checkout
Your payment security is our top priority. Every transaction on rapidsilkscreenprinting.com is protected by:
- SSL encryption — all data sent between your browser and our site is encrypted in transit.
- PCI-compliant gateways — payments are processed by trusted providers including Stripe and PayPal, which meet the highest payment security standards.
- No stored card numbers — we never store your full credit card number on our servers. Tokenization handles repeat-customer convenience without exposing card data.
When You're Charged
Full payment is required at checkout before production begins. This applies to all online orders placed through our website.
For approved wholesale or new business accounts, we may offer a 50% deposit option, with the remaining balance due before the order ships. See Wholesale & Deposits below for details.
Buy Now, Pay Later with Afterpay
Need flexibility? Afterpay lets you split your purchase into 4 interest-free installments—pay 25% today and the rest over 6 weeks, with no interest when paid on time.
How it works
- Select Afterpay as your payment method at checkout.
- Log in to your Afterpay account or create a new one in seconds.
- Approval is instant—pay 25% upfront and your order goes into production.
- The remaining 3 payments are automatically charged every 2 weeks.
Tax-Exempt & Resale Orders
If your business, nonprofit, or organization qualifies for a tax exemption, we can flag your account so no sales tax is charged on future orders. We accept any state's valid resale or tax-exemption certificate.
How to set up tax-exempt status
- Email a copy of your valid resale or tax-exemption certificate to print@rapidssp.com.
- Our team will review the document to confirm it's valid and complete.
- Once approved, your account is flagged tax-exempt and no sales tax will be charged on future orders.
What we accept
- Resale certificates from any U.S. state (e.g., California CDTFA-230, Texas Sales and Use Tax Exemption Certificate, etc.).
- Sales tax exemption certificates for qualifying nonprofits, government agencies, and educational institutions.
- Multi-jurisdictional certificates where applicable.
If your certificate is incomplete, expired, or doesn't match the purchasing entity, we'll reach out before approving.
Wholesale & Deposit Options
For new business accounts and wholesale orders, we may offer a flexible payment structure on approval:
- 50% deposit upfront — locks in your order and starts production once artwork is approved.
- Balance due before shipment — the remaining 50% is collected before your order leaves our facility.
To request a deposit option or set up a wholesale account, email print@rapidssp.com with your company name, expected order volume, and a brief description of your project. Our team will respond with next steps.
Sales Tax
Sales tax is calculated and added at checkout based on your shipping address, in compliance with applicable state and local tax laws. The total tax amount is shown clearly before you complete your purchase.
If you have a valid tax-exempt or resale certificate on file, no sales tax will be charged on orders placed under that account.
Failed or Declined Payments
If your payment is declined at checkout, the most common reasons are:
- Incorrect card number, expiration date, or CVV.
- Billing address doesn't match what's on file with your card issuer.
- Insufficient funds or a hold from your bank.
- Card issuer flagging the transaction as suspicious.
Try double-checking the details and resubmitting, or use an alternate payment method. If you continue to see issues, contact your card issuer first—many declines can be resolved with a quick call. You can also reach our team at print@rapidssp.com or (800) 735-4304 for help.
Frequently Asked Questions
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover), PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Afterpay (buy-now-pay-later). All transactions are processed through secure, PCI-compliant payment gateways.
Is my payment information secure?
Yes. Our checkout is protected by SSL encryption, and we never store your full credit card number on our servers. All payments are processed through PCI-compliant gateways such as Stripe and PayPal.
When is payment charged?
Full payment is required at checkout before production begins. For approved wholesale or new business accounts, a 50% deposit option may be available on request, with the balance due before the order ships.
Do you offer Afterpay or buy-now-pay-later?
Yes. We accept Afterpay at checkout, allowing you to split your purchase into 4 interest-free installments. Afterpay availability and approval are determined by Afterpay at checkout.
Do you accept tax-exempt or resale orders?
Yes. We accept any state's valid resale or tax-exemption certificate. To get tax-exempt status, email a copy of your valid certificate to print@rapidssp.com. Once we review and approve it, your account will be flagged tax-exempt for all future orders.
Do you offer payment plans for large orders?
For new business accounts and wholesale orders, we may offer a 50% deposit option, with the remaining balance due before shipment. Contact us at print@rapidssp.com to discuss your order and request approval.
Will I be charged sales tax?
Sales tax is added at checkout for orders shipping to taxable jurisdictions, calculated based on your shipping address. If you have a valid tax-exempt or resale certificate on file, no sales tax will be charged.
Can I pay by check, ACH, or wire transfer?
We do not accept personal checks. For approved wholesale accounts placing large orders, we may accept ACH or wire transfer on a case-by-case basis. Contact us at print@rapidssp.com to discuss.
