Roqqett Blog

The latest updates, posts, stories and guides from the Roqqett crew.

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April 4, 2024
Author: Patrick McDill

Unlock the Future of Banking with 'Pay by Bank' Roqqett: A Seamless and Secure Payment Solution

Pay by Bank App with Roqqett

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March 3, 2024
Author: Patrick McDill

Secure and Reliable B2B Payments: How 'Pay by Bank App' Empowers Businesses

How Pay by Bank App Empowers Business

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January 4, 2024
Author: Patrick McDill

Why you can't afford to overlook social commerce?

Whether it's Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok, everyone's favourite social media sites have turned into lucrative sales channels for all social commerce businesses.

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January 3, 2024
Author: Patrick McDill

The Top 6 Benefits of Social Commerce for Your Business

Businesses are starting to see the benefits of selling products and services through social media channels.

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January 2, 2024
Author: Patrick McDill

The Future of Finance: Leveraging Open Banking to Drive Business Growth

The Future of Finance: Leveraging Open Banking to Drive Business Growth

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September 6, 2023
Author: Patrick McDill

Best online payment option for your website

Deciding how to accept Payments online? We've compiled the best online payment options for your business in 2021.

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September 6, 2023
Author: Patrick McDill

Understand and reduce card fees

A buyer's guide for merchants and understanding the merchant service charge.

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September 6, 2023
Author: Patrick McDill

Online payments 101: Payment Gateway

Everything you need to know about online payments. From payment gateways, to terms and recommendations for your online business.

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September 6, 2023
Author: Patrick McDill

Unlocking the Power of Payment as a Service

Discover the potential of Payment as a Service (PaaS) in revolutionizing your business. Streamline payments, enhance security, and elevate customer experiences with this comprehensive guide. Explore benefits, key features, successful implementations, and future trends.

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September 5, 2023
Author: Patrick McDill

Closing the knowledge gap on open banking

What is Open Banking? And why it’s good news for you.

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September 5, 2023
Author: Patrick McDill

What is Open Banking and How Does it Work?

Curious about open banking? Discover what it is and how it works in this informative guide. Get ready to revolutionise your banking experience!

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September 4, 2023
Author: Alexandra Hurst

Online payment processors

Everything you need to know about payment processors and how they work.

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February 1, 2023
Author: Joelle Phua

PayPal vs Roqqett: Which is best for spending?

Discover which money app, PayPal or Roqqett, is better for spending.

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January 31, 2023
Author: Sara Mucciolo

6 money mistakes you might be making

Want to learn how to be more money savvy? Start by avoiding these common money mistakes.

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January 31, 2023
Author: Patrick McDill

5 Best WooCommerce Payment Gateways for WordPress

The best payment gateways for your WooCommerce store are here.

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January 31, 2023
Author: Patrick McDill

How To Set Up Payment Methods in WooCommerce

Want to accept payments for your products digitally? Check out our step-by-step guide on setting up payment options in WooCommerce.

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January 27, 2023
Author: Patrick McDill

​​Getting started with WooCommerce: A step by step tutorial

Do you want to use WooCommerce to establish an online store? Need a WooCommerce tutorial that's simple enough for non-techies to understand? If that's the case, you've come to the correct place.

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November 28, 2022
Author: Glenn Smith

Roqqett is acquired by Equals Group Plc

Announcement made 28th November 2022

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May 3, 2022
Author: Patrick McDill

Why having a range of payments is important

More payment options mean more sales.

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March 24, 2022
Author: Patrick McDill

The Ultimate Guide to Headless Commerce

The eCommerce landscape is shifting. It could be said that it has lost its Head.

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January 28, 2022
Author: Joelle Phua

How to set up a Direct Debit

All you need to set up a direct debit is a few personal details at hand.

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January 28, 2022
Author: Joelle Phua

How to cancel a Direct Debit

Read more on how to cancel via mobile banking, online banking, phone or in person.

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January 28, 2022
Author: Joelle Phua

Your legal rights with Direct Debits

Everything you need to know about the Direct Debit Guarantee and what it means for you.

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January 28, 2022
Author: Joelle Phua

Direct Debit Issues and FAQs

Read our dedicated blog that breaks down the most common Direct Debits issues & questions.

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January 6, 2022
Author: Sara Mucciolo

Emma vs Roqqett: Which is best for payments?

Discover which money app, Emma or Roqqett, is better to pay and get paid with.

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November 24, 2021
Author: Joelle Phua

What to do when your energy provider goes bust?

Has your energy supplier gone bust? Here's what to do.

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November 22, 2021
Author: Joelle Phua

Snoop vs Roqqett: Which is best for budgeting?

Discover which financial app, Snoop or Roqqett, is better for budgeting.

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November 21, 2021
Author: Patrick McDill

Black Friday Scammers target 4,151 UK Businesses

Find out how and why small UK businesses are at a higher risk of scammers this Black Friday.

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November 19, 2021
Author: Patrick McDill

Amazon drops Visa in the UK - Should your business follow?

Online Retail Giant Amazon will stop accepting Visa credit cards issued in the UK from 19th January 2022.

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November 18, 2021
Author: Sara Mucciolo

Glenn Smith ft. Finimize: On Commodities In Times Of Inflation

Following the Finimize Podcast, we've outlined our CEO & Founder, Glenn Smith's, points on inflation.

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November 15, 2021
Author: Joelle Phua

Snoop vs Roqqett: Which is best for saving?

Discover which financial app, Snoop or Roqqett, is better for saving.

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November 6, 2021
Author: Sara Mucciolo

Emma vs Roqqett: Which is best for budgeting?

Discover which financial app, Emma or Roqqett, is better for budgeting.

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October 19, 2021
Author: Joelle Phua

Money Insights: A Guide to Credit Cards

Not sure which credit card is for you? Read our guide to decide for yourself.

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October 18, 2021
Author: Sara Mucciolo

Emma vs Roqqett: Which is best for tracking spend?

Discover which app, Emma or Roqqett, is better for tracking your finances.

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October 16, 2021
Author: Joelle Phua

Money Insights: Credit Cards vs Debit Cards

A breakdown of the similarities and difference between debit and credit cards.

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October 15, 2021
Author: Joelle Phua

Snoop vs Roqqett: Which is best for money insights?

Discover which financial app, Snoop or Roqqett, is better for getting money insights.

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October 13, 2021
Author: Joelle Phua

Money Insights: Create your own budget plan in 6 steps

Hit a wall with budgeting? Try these steps to create your own personalised budget plan.

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October 11, 2021
Author: Joelle Phua

Money Insights: How to track your finances with Roqqett

How Roqqett makes staying on top of your finances hassle-free, satisfying and dare we say... fun?!

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October 8, 2021
Author: Sara Mucciolo

Money Insights: 16 spending categories that will help keep track of your money

The key spending categories that will help you stay on top of your finances.

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September 15, 2021
Author: Joelle Phua

PayPal vs Roqqett: Which is best for payments?

Discover which money app, PayPal or Roqqett, is better to pay and get paid with.

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August 27, 2021
Author: Alexandra Hurst

How to set up your own stocks and shares ISA

Here’s the 101 of setting up your own stocks and shares ISA. Some points you may have not considered!

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August 24, 2021
Author: Alexandra Hurst

3 Cheaper alternatives to a Sky Account

Your sky account is an expensive TV subscription cost. So you might be considering the options, to try and save some cash.

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August 24, 2021
Author: Alexandra Hurst

How to get a Post Office (PO) Box

PO boxes have a number of benefits, as they provide an extra layer of professionalism and privacy for you and your business.

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August 19, 2021
Author: Sara Mucciolo

Top 3 UK Online Payment Gateways

The key to a positive checkout experience? Using a solid, secure and fast online payment gateway.

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August 13, 2021
Author: Alexandra Hurst

How to find your perfect broadband 

Tips and tricks to consider when choosing a broadband deal

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August 12, 2021
Author: Joelle Phua

What house can you buy with a Lifetime ISA?

Thinking about buying a house with your Lifetime ISA? Here's everything you need to know.

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August 11, 2021
Author: Alexandra Hurst

Budgeting 101: How to save on energy

A combination of 15 instant and long term hacks to reduce your energy bill!

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August 10, 2021
Author: Joelle Phua

Meet Grassroot Communities

Introducing Grassroot Communities who are empowering young people in Bristol through community-led activities.

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August 10, 2021
Author: Alexandra Hurst

Which is better, Etsy or Redbubble?

Comparing and contrasting these two platforms that allow artisans to sell their products

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August 9, 2021
Author: Alexandra Hurst

Roqqett: Best Payment Gateway for your online business

10 reasons why Roqqett is the best online payment gateway

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August 9, 2021
Author: Alexandra Hurst

Why am I so awkward when I need to pay people back?

Why do we feel so uncomfortable when we owe someone money, or even worse when they owe us money?

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August 9, 2021
Author: Alexandra Hurst

How to make money as a student

Being a student is expensive, and some extra cash wouldn’t hurt anyone.

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August 4, 2021
Author: Alexandra Hurst

How does UK TV licensing work?

What is a TV licence? What does it pay for? Do I need a TV licence?

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August 4, 2021
Author: Sara Mucciolo

The battle of financial apps: Roqqett vs PayPal

What is the difference between the two? Which is better? We’ve compared them for you...

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August 4, 2021
Author: Alexandra Hurst

How to start a meetup group

We’ve created the ultimate guide to creating a meetup group.

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August 3, 2021
Author: Joelle Phua

What is a Bill Splitting App and how to use one

Hate stressing about unpaid bills? Use our favourite bill splitting apps to get paid back quickly.

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August 3, 2021
Author: Alexandra Hurst

Is a National Trust membership worth it?

Learn more about what's included in your National Trust membership.

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August 3, 2021
Author: Alexandra Hurst

Monzo Payment vs Roqqett payment

The hot coral cards of Monzo are everywhere. But have you heard of Roqqett? This app is the leader within the open banking world!

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July 29, 2021
Author: Alexandra Hurst

Top 3 free websites for stock pictures

“Where can I find the best free stock pictures?” we’ve all been there. Here are our top three sites, which are free and easy to use. 1. Unsplash 2. Reshot 3. Rawpixel

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July 28, 2021
Author: Alexandra Hurst

Tips and tricks to remember your login details

How to remember your login details? We’ve done the reading, so you have all the best tips and tricks at your fingertips.

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July 22, 2021
Author: Alexandra Hurst

Home workout or the gym?

Are you burning off steam or getting into shape? Which is better: the home workout or a Gym membership?

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July 9, 2021
Author: Patrick McDill

Free Business Invoice Template

Setting up a business is stressful, and one of the things that can be difficult is getting paid for your hard work.

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June 25, 2021
Author: Patrick McDill

Corporate strife over Start-up life

Breaking down the pros and cons of these two vastly different adventures.

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June 18, 2021
Author: Maxwell Newton

3 reasons growing businesses choose Roqqett

Find out why our customers choose Roqqett.

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June 9, 2021
Author: Hollie Smith

What I’ve learned at Roqqett as an intern.

4 lessons that helped me grow as a student, employee and person.

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June 1, 2021
Author: Sara Mucciolo

What students can learn from working at a startup.

7 skills you can expect to learn and develop while working at a startup.

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May 13, 2021
Author: Megan Smith

Do millennials care about saving money?

Millennial stereotypes make great headlines, but they’re often just that.

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November 3, 2020
Author: Glenn Smith

The darker side of contactless

This well-documented rise in popularity for phone and card payments has a dark underbelly that hasn’t been getting much airtime.

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November 2, 2020
Author: Megan Smith

How your business can bounce back better from Covid19

With recovery in mind, now is the time to be making decisions and taking actions that will carry the business forward.

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November 2, 2020
Author: Megan Smith

Community engagement: the key to survival for Bristol’s high street

4 ways to rally your community’s support and keep the high street on its feet.

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November 2, 2020
Author: Megan Smith

Keep business moving during the pandemic

5 queue management hacks to keep your business moving

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October 1, 2020
Author: Megan Smith

The cashless habit that’s changing your business

Going Cashless: How to make the move and what are the benefits for your business?

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October 1, 2020
Author: Megan Smith

Rolling Italy: on turning passion into profession

Ahead of our Bristol launch, we caught up with James and Chloe, the owners of Rolling Italy.

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