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USPS Rate Changes
USPS changed their rates on January 24, 2021 and made a few other changes on the way. If First Class International is not returning quotes, read on.
Database 1366 Incorrect Integer values
The newer versions of MySQL and MariaDB enable “strict mode” by default. This can cause 1366 errors on osCommerce websites that use certain Add Ons or custom code that have not set appropriate default values for integer fields.
PayPal Unauthorized API messages
Are you getting messages that your PayPal API is not authorized to make the call?
PayPal PayFlow Hosted Same Site Session Error
Recent changes to Chrome has changed how sessions are managed causing issues with framed functions such as PayPal PayFlow Hosted.
WordPress 5.5 Released
WordPress 5.5 sees WordPress trying to take over management of your website. It might be OK if you have a hobby blog but not OK if you are operating a business.
Authorize.net AIM and SIM End of Life
Authorize.net AIM and SIM modules have reached end of life. You can keep using them for as long as they actually work or upgrade to a newer version when one if published for your specific eCommerce solution. ozEworks will not be accepting Express Support tickets for any Authorize,net AIM or SIM related issues.
International Checkout Out of Business
For anyone using International Checkout (or thinking to) they have gone out of business. You will just get a 404 page not found when you try and use it.
Selling Cross Border
One obvious way to increase revenue is to sell “cross-border” meaning to other countries; however doing so is not without its challenges. So what are the two main issues you should consider when opening your doors to international sales?
PayPal No Longer Refunding Fees
You might be aware that earlier this year, PayPal indicated they were updating their policy regarding refunded transactions. They have now confirmed that as of October 11, 2019, when a transaction is refunded all fees associated them will not be. Ouch!