One thing that helped me stay organized was creating a simple spreadsheet. I listed every provider, the BIN, fees, approval rates, and any problems I encountered. After a few months I had enough data to confidently choose the providers that worked best for me.
 
I learned the hard way that the cheapest option isn't always the best option. I chose one provider simply because it was free, but constant issues ended up costing me hours of troubleshooting. Sometimes paying a little more is actually the more economical choice.
 
I've tried a few different providers, and honestly, keeping more than one option has worked best for me. If one stops working, I can switch without any delays.
 
I remember one campaign where I needed several new cards in a short period of time. Because my provider had weekly limits, I couldn't continue as planned. That's when I realized scalability is just as important as pricing if you're running campaigns regularly.
 
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