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Update Account Information/Transfer of Ownership

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Written by Kyle Goodman
Updated over a week ago

📝Overview

No matter if you’re using the Cloud or Desktop version of the software, updating account information or transferring ownership can be done quickly and securely through your Account Management settings. The steps below will guide you through updating business owner information, card processing details, and your billing method to ensure a smooth transition with no service interruptions.

⚠️ Please Note:

  • For the best experience, we suggest using a web browser to complete this process.

  • If you have any questions about transferring ownership or updating your account information, please don’t hesitate to chat with us or send an email to [email protected].


🔄Update Account Info

These instructions explain how to update your account information in DaySmart, including contact details, business name, and ownership transfers. You’ll also learn how to confirm changes, update payment settings if ownership changes, and guide new owners through completing the transfer process.

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  1. To update your account information, head to Account Management here.

    • This can also be accessed through the cloud software by clicking your name in the upper right and then selecting Billing & Account.

  2. Select the My Info tab.

  3. Click Edit Contact Info at the bottom right.

  4. Click Change Business Name/Owner in the lower left.

  5. Fill in the required information and check the boxes as necessary. Then click Change Business Info to confirm the changes.

    • If the account ownership is changing to another individual, check the first box to remove the existing payment method from Daysmart.

  6. If you are transferring ownership, the new owner will receive an email at the listed address instructing them to finish the transfer by setting a password.


💳 Update Billing Payment Method

Updating the account ownership information will not remove or automatically update any billing details. To ensure billing continues smoothly after the ownership change, both new and former owners should prioritize updating the accounts billing information. This section will walk you through that process.

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⚠️ Please Note:

  • ACH payments are available only for U.S. based customers. Customers outside the U.S. will need to use a credit or debit card for account billing.

💡Pro Tip:

For more detailed instructions please visit our dedicated article for updating your billing information: How do I update my billing information?

  1. Navigate to the Account Management portal.

  2. Select the Billing tab.

  3. Click Update Payment Method.

  4. Enter the new credit card or bank (ACH) details.

  5. If there's a past-due balance, click Update & Process Credit Card to settle it immediately.

  6. Save the new payment method to finalize.


🏦 Update Payment Processing

To continue utilizing our integrated payment processing under the new ownership, it is necessary to create a new merchant account for the new owner, along with canceling the old merchant account to avoid interruptions with deposits or payouts. You can reach out to our Payment Support department directly at [email protected] for swift support with this process.


FAQs

Find answers to common questions or additional details that may not be covered in the main instructions.

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Will my billing automatically update when new ownership is set?

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Not automatically, you must manually update or confirm the payment information post-transfer under Billing → Update Payment Method.


Who handles merchant account changes for integrated payments?

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The new owner must create a new merchant account, and the old one should be canceled to prevent deposit disruptions. For help, contact Payment Support at [email protected]


Can I update by info without transferring the account ownership?

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Yes! While the steps for updating account information and transfers of ownership are similar you will not be transferring the software registration unless you change the email address to one you do not own.


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