If you're new to handling payments on IndieMade, don't worry! For a basic guide, click here.
Stripe is a straightforward option for accepting payments. You'll mainly need a Publishable Key and a Secret Key.
How to Locate Your Stripe API Keys
Your API keys are your secure credentials with Stripe. They're easy to find in your Stripe Dashboard.
- Log in to your Stripe account.
- Find and click the 'Developers' link in the upper right corner.
- On the Developers page click on the 'API keys' tab (Second tab next to Overview)
Entering Your Stripe Keys on IndieMade
Now, let's get those keys set up in IndieMade:
- Go to your IndieMade Dashboard.
- Click the gear-shaped 'Settings' icon in the upper right corner.
- Select 'Payment Providers' from the dropdown menu.
- On the Payment Providers page click 'Add Payment Provider'.
- Click on Stripe's logo from the list of available payment providers.
- Enter your 'Publishable Key' and 'Secret Key' in the respective fields.
Optional: Customizing the Decline Message
If you'd like to personalize the message customers see when a card is declined, you can do so here. A placeholder message is already in place, so this step is optional.