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Push vs. pull payments: a quick guide

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The GoCardless content team comprises a group of subject-matter experts in multiple fields from across GoCardless. The authors and reviewers work in the sales, marketing, legal, and finance departments. All have in-depth knowledge and experience in various aspects of payment scheme technology and the operating rules applicable to each. The team holds expertise in the well-established payment schemes such as UK Direct Debit, the European SEPA scheme, and the US ACH scheme, as well as in schemes operating in Scandinavia, Australia, and New Zealand. See full bio

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All methods of payment fall into either the push or pull category, but what exactly do push and pull mean?

Watch our 3-minute quick guide and find out:

The main advantages of the two payment types
The benefits of each for your cash flow
Which one is better for collecting regular payments

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