The online firearms industry has experienced significant growth in recent years, with revenue reaching an estimated $3.4 billion in 2024, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.8% over the past five years. This expansion underscores the increasing consumer demand for firearms, ammunition, and related products through online platforms.



However, businesses operating in this sector often encounter challenges when establishing credit card processing merchant accounts. Many payment providers classify firearms sales as high-risk and may refuse to process transactions for these businesses. This reluctance stems from concerns over regulatory compliance and potential liabilities associated with firearms transactions.

At EPIC Merchant Systems, we recognize the unique needs of firearms merchants and offer tailored solutions to facilitate seamless credit card processing. Our services are designed to support online firearms retailers, ammunition suppliers, and related businesses in setting up merchant accounts that comply with industry regulations.

We pride ourselves on our ability to integrate with a wide array of e-commerce platforms commonly used in the firearms industry, including:

• GunBroker: A prominent online auction platform specializing in firearms and related accessories.
• GEARFIRE: Provides e-commerce solutions tailored for firearms retailers, enabling efficient inventory management and sales.
• AmmoReady: An e-commerce platform specifically designed for ammunition sellers, offering streamlined online storefronts.
• GUNSTORES: Offers digital solutions for gun stores, facilitating online sales and customer management.
• BigCommerce: A versatile e-commerce platform that supports various industries, including firearms, with customizable online store options.
• WooCommerce: A flexible, open-source e-commerce plugin for WordPress, allowing firearms businesses to create personalized online shops.
• GoDaddy: Provides website building and hosting services, supporting e-commerce functionalities suitable for firearms retailers.
• Wix: A popular website builder with e-commerce capabilities that can support firearms-related businesses.
• Weebly: A user-friendly website builder with integrated online store options.
• Squarespace: A robust platform with advanced e-commerce features that can accommodate firearms businesses.
• Shopify: A leading e-commerce platform with customizable store options, though it has restrictions on firearms sales—EPIC Merchant Systems helps navigate these challenges.

And many more! Our integrations ensure that no matter which platform you use, EPIC Merchant Systems can provide a seamless payment processing solution.

By partnering with EPIC Merchant Systems, firearms businesses can overcome the hurdles posed by traditional payment processors. We offer secure, reliable, and compliant credit card processing solutions that ensure your transactions are handled efficiently. Our expertise in the firearms industry allows us to navigate the complexities of payment processing, providing you with peace of mind and the ability to focus on growing your business.

While the online firearms market continues to thrive, securing a dependable merchant account remains a critical component for success. EPIC Merchant Systems stands ready to assist firearms businesses in establishing robust credit card processing solutions, fully integrated with leading e-commerce platforms, to support and enhance your online sales operations.