Understanding What is the TMF or MATCH List? - How to Get Off Match

Are you a business owner who’s had trouble with payment processors? Have you found yourself blacklisted, unable to accept credit card payments, or seen your accounts shut down? You may have encountered the TMF or MATCH List. But what exactly is the TMF or MATCH List, and how can you get off it?

At How to Get Off Match, we specialize in helping businesses understand the complexities of this industry blacklist and provide solutions for businesses looking to rebuild and recover. If your business has been marked on this list, you’re not alone, and there is a way forward. Here’s what you need to know.

What is the TMF or MATCH List?
The Terminated Merchant File (TMF) or MATCH (Member Alert to Control High-risk) List is essentially a “blacklist” maintained by MasterCard, which includes businesses deemed too risky for credit card processing. A business lands on this list when a processor or acquiring bank reports them as having violated certain rules or engaged in behavior that suggests a high level of risk. Once on the MATCH List, other banks and payment processors are alerted, making it difficult, if not impossible, to obtain a merchant account.

Why Do Businesses Get on the TMF or MATCH List?
Several factors can lead to being placed on the TMF or MATCH List, such as excessive chargebacks, fraud, bankruptcy, or even violations of terms set by your merchant processor. Many times, businesses end up on the list because of an oversight or mistake, while others may experience unavoidable issues with customers or operations.

But the outcome is the same: once on the TMF or MATCH List, securing a payment processor becomes a major challenge. At How to Get Off Match, we have the tools and expertise to guide you through the intricate process of appealing your status and restoring your business’s reputation.

How Can You Get Off the MATCH List?
The good news is that while it’s difficult, it is possible to be removed from the MATCH List. This process requires thorough documentation, a clear history of resolved issues, and, often, a coordinated effort with your previous processor. With How to Get Off Match, you’re not alone. We work with businesses of all sizes and industries to address the specific reasons they were placed on the list and build a case for removal.

Here’s how our process works:

Assessment and Consultation: We start with a comprehensive review of your business’s history, chargebacks, and other relevant factors.
Documentation and Compliance: We help you gather the necessary documentation, address any compliance issues, and establish a track record of improvement.
Appeal and Representation: Our team will handle the communication with your previous processor, acquirers, and other parties involved in your MATCH List designation.
Restoration of Payment Options: Once removed, we’ll help you establish a secure, compliant payment processing setup to ensure you don’t face similar issues in the future.
The Importance of Professional Help
The TMF or MATCH List isn’t just a temporary inconvenience; it has long-term implications for your business. With How to Get Off Match, you gain access to a team that understands payment processing, risk management, and compliance in-depth. We work closely with you to ensure you avoid pitfalls in the future and can continue to accept credit card payments safely.

Don’t let this list stand between you and your business goals. Take control of your business’s future by partnering with How to Get Off Match. Contact us today, and let’s begin the journey toward getting your business back on track, free from the limitations imposed by the MATCH List.

Call to Action
Ready to move forward? Reach out to How to Get Off Match now and start the process of restoring your business’s good standing. Whether you need a full consultation or just want to understand your options, our team is here to help. Contact us today, and let’s work together to help you break free from the TMF or MATCH List!