Account Updater Guide 2025: Auto-Refresh Expired Cards
Stripe Account Updater: automatically refresh expired cards, reduce card declines, and prevent involuntary churn. 5-10x ROI on implementation.
Claire Dunphy
Customer Success Strategist
Claire helps SaaS companies reduce churn and increase customer lifetime value through data-driven customer success strategies.
Based on our analysis of hundreds of SaaS companies, account updater services automatically refresh expired or replaced card details, recovering revenue that would otherwise be lost.
How Account Updater Works
Implementation Options
Coverage and Limitations
Measuring Impact
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does account updater cost?
Typically $0.25-0.50 per update attempt. Given the high cost of lost customers, this is almost always worthwhile.
Does it work for all cards?
Coverage is best for Visa and Mastercard in the US (80-90%). International coverage and other card types vary. Check with your processor.
Key Takeaways
Account updater is a low-effort, high-impact tool for reducing involuntary churn. Enable it if you store cards for recurring billing.
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