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The whole team here at FastSpring has been having conversations with many Digital River customers over the past few weeks who have unfortunately, needed an immediate solution for their payment processing and subscription management. If you're in the same situation, FastSpring is here to help with rapid implementation options.   What sets us apart: *Deep experience transitioning merchants from other platforms *Global payment processing in 200+ regions *Full-service merchant of record handling taxes, compliance & more *Award-winning support team Our team is prioritizing these transitions to minimize any disruption to your business. We've already helped numerous companies, like Steinberg, make a smooth switch.   Feel free to read the short blog or visit the link in the comments for immediate assistance. We're here to help keep your business running without missing a beat! https://lnkd.in/gTvSMJnz

How did a simple audio tool built by music students end up on world tours with Harry Styles and Red Hot Chili Peppers? In our latest Growth Stage episode, FastSpring's Jesse Paliotto talks with Hannes Andersson, CEO of oeksound, about their remarkable journey from Helsinki classroom to international audio tech success. You'll discover how oeksound built their business on radical transparency and customer-first principles - including their innovative approach to trials and pricing that makes their tools accessible worldwide. Hannes shares insights on: ✔️ Why they let customers use full-featured trials to create professional work before buying ✔️ How their unique rent-to-own model helped expand into markets where $200 is prohibitive ✔️ Why a frictionless purchase process became central to their global strategy As oeksound's popularity exploded in 2020, they partnered with FastSpring to handle the complexities of global commerce, allowing them to focus on what they do best - creating exceptional audio tools that their team actually uses themselves. Listen now to hear the whole story of this "artisan plugin company" that's changing how the world's top artists sound! 🎧 https://lnkd.in/eyaa4E7m 

Building a successful D2C strategy in mobile gaming involves more than just attracting players and offering enticing deals. It also requires safeguarding your revenue from fraudulent activity. Fraudulent transactions can significantly impact your bottom line, leading to: ❌ Lost revenue: Chargebacks and refunds can eat into your profits. ❌ Increased fees: High fraud rates can lead to increased payment processing fees. ❌ Damaged reputation: Fraud can damage your brand's reputation and erode player trust. Implementing robust fraud prevention measures is crucial for protecting your D2C business. Here are some key strategies: 1️⃣ Restrict purchases to logged-in players Requiring players to create an account adds a layer of security and helps prevent fraudulent transactions. 2️⃣ Fine-tune your fraud model Work with your payment provider to tailor your fraud detection rules to the specific characteristics of your player base. 3️⃣ Utilize VIP and known player flags Implement softer rules for your most loyal and trusted players to minimize friction while still maintaining security. By taking a proactive approach to fraud prevention, you can: ✅ Protect your revenue and profitability. ✅ Maintain a positive player experience. ✅ Build trust and confidence in your D2C platform.

Capital Factory House 2025 ✨ the ultimate place where the brightest minds in tech connect, collide, and create—at scale—kicked off TODAY! 🚀 And as you can see, the Startup Crawl is always a blast! We (especially Leif Bisping 🔜 GDC 🎮) hope to see you over the next few days! Come by and get a free headshot on us in the Wall-E room!

The numbers don't lie: 76% of online shoppers prefer buying products with information in their native language, and 40% simply won't purchase from websites in other languages. Yet many businesses still treat language localization as an afterthought. Would you feel confident completing a purchase if the checkout process was in a language you barely understood? Every word that isn't clear creates hesitation. Every uncertain term builds doubt. And doubt is the enemy of conversion. Localization is about building trust. When customers navigate a checkout process in their native language, they understand exactly what they're buying, how they're paying, and what happens next. This clarity doesn't just boost conversions—it reduces chargebacks, minimizes returns, and creates confident, satisfied customers. This is why we've made comprehensive language localization a cornerstone of FastSpring's checkout experience. Because we believe that successful global commerce starts with speaking your customer's language. In today's digital marketplace, going global means going local. And that begins with the language of commerce.

Hi everyone! I’m reaching out about an exciting *UI Architect* opportunity at FastSpring. In this role, you’ll lead a major UI/UX modernization for our industry-leading eCommerce product. It’s a hands-on, full-stack position focused on JavaScript and Java, where you’ll drive the technical vision and play a key role in shaping the future of our product. (100% remote, US based) Feel free to reach out to me, or apply here: https://lnkd.in/gywVpupH

I'm super stoked to be moderating a panel at Community Clubhouse which is where 500 or so 🎮 publisher/studio folks who focus on player experience & support, trust & safety, community engagement, compliance, player-focused game dev & revenue growth go to trade ideas. I'll be moderating a panel of super smart panelists focusing on their experience driving revenue growth with D2C at TOP publishers. Reserve a spot if you're looking for an industry birds-of-a-feather event, networking, content at GDC. It's free.

📣 Join FastSpring at Pocket Gamer Connects San Francisco! Our Head of Gaming, Chip Thurston, will be sharing powerful D2C strategies in his presentation "Marketing Web Shops – Forbidden Fruit Or Ripe Opportunity?" on Monday, March 17th at 11:30 AM. Drawing from his experience as a marketing and monetization leader at top publishers, Chip will reveal actionable tactics for navigating anti-steering policies while successfully marketing your web shop. Whether you're just starting your D2C journey or looking to expand an existing web shop's reach, this session promises practical insights to elevate your direct revenue strategy. Hope to see you there!

When competing with tech giants for talent, smaller companies have a secret weapon: authenticity and clarity. As Lizzie Mintus of Here's Waldo Recruiting recently shared, you don't need Google's brand recognition to attract exceptional candidates. 💡 Your edge is a compelling story and transparent process. While big tech can rely on name recognition to put candidates through lengthy, complex hiring processes, SMBs win by being crystal clear about who they are and where they're going. A well-crafted website is your platform to showcase your vision, values, and most importantly, your 'why.' What's particularly powerful is laying out your interview process step by step. No surprises, no mysterious hoops to jump through. This transparency respects candidates' time and demonstrates your company's commitment to clear communication from day one.