Firearms Industry Glossary
Your Complete Guide to 2A Industry Terminology
The firearms industry is defined by complex terminology, from federal regulations and high-risk financial jargon to specialized POS technology. Misunderstanding these terms can lead to compliance failures, hidden fees, and account instability.
We created these guides to demystify the language of our industry. Find the definitions you need to operate your business with confidence and clarity.
Regulatory & FFL Compliance Glossary
Understand the laws that govern your business. Definitions for FFL, SOT, NFA, Form 4473, and other critical ATF and compliance terms.
Payment Processing Glossary
Learn the language of merchant fees. Definitions for Interchange-Plus, Rolling Reserves, Chargebacks, Tiered Pricing, and other financial terms.
Technical & POS Glossary
Demystify the hardware and software that powers your sales. Definitions for PCI DSS, Tokenization, Virtual Terminals, and Payment Gateways.
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