Setting up payment gateways on Shopify is a straightforward process. Shopify offers various payment gateway options that allow you to securely process customer payments on your online store. Here's how you can set up payment gateways on Shopify:
Access payment settings: Log in to your Shopify admin panel and go to the "Settings" tab. From the dropdown menu, select "Payments" to access the payment settings.
Choose a payment provider: In the "Accept payments" section, you'll see a list of available payment providers. Shopify offers its own payment gateway called Shopify Payments, along with numerous third-party payment gateways such as PayPal, Stripe, Authorize.net, and more. Click on the "Choose third-party provider" button to select a third-party payment gateway.
Set up Shopify Payments (optional): If you choose to use Shopify Payments, you'll need to complete the setup process specific to that gateway. This involves providing your business and banking information to Shopify for verification and payout purposes. Follow the prompts and instructions provided by Shopify to set up Shopify Payments.
Set up third-party payment gateways: If you decide to use a third-party payment gateway, click on the "Choose third-party provider" button, and then select the payment gateway you wish to integrate with your Shopify store. Follow the instructions provided by the selected payment gateway to set up and configure the integration.
Configure payment settings: After selecting a payment provider or integrating a third-party gateway, you'll have access to the payment settings for that gateway. Configure the settings according to your business needs, such as currency, payment capture settings, transaction fees, and refund policies.
Test the payment gateway: It's important to test the payment gateway to ensure that it functions correctly. Shopify provides a "Test" mode, which allows you to simulate transactions without processing real payments. This helps you verify that the payment gateway is properly set up and functioning as expected.
Enable the payment gateway: Once you have set up and tested the payment gateway, enable it by toggling the switch to the "On" position. This activates the payment gateway and allows customers to make payments using that specific method.