Providing multiple payment options can boost conversions and create a smooth shopping experience for your store. While Shopify has its own payment system, many merchants prefer to integrate third-party credit card providers to meet specific business needs.

In this guide, we’ll show you how to activate a third-party credit card payment provider on your Shopify store, ensuring you offer the right payment solutions for your business and customers.

Activating a Third-Party Payment Provider on Shopify: Step-by-step

Step 1: Go to Settings > Payments in the left-hand menu.

Step 2:

• If you’re using Shopify Payments, find the Shopify payments section and click Manage. At the bottom, you’ll see the option to Switch to a third-party provider. Click it twice to confirm.

• If Shopify Payments isn’t active, click See all other providers in the same section.
• If Shopify Payments isn’t available in your country, look for the Payment providers section and click Choose a provider.

Step 3: Search and select the provider from the list

Step 4: Fill in the required information for your chosen provider.

Step 5: Click Active and Save.

Additional Considerations

• Supported Countries and Currencies: Payment providers’ availability varies by country and currency. Always check if your chosen provider is supported in your region and can process transactions in your preferred currency.
• Transaction Fees: Be aware that Shopify charges additional transaction fees for using third-party payment providers, even if the provider itself doesn’t charge extra fees. These fees can vary based on your Shopify plan.
• Alternative Payment Methods: While credit cards are popular, consider offering alternative payment methods to cater to a wider customer base. Shopify supports various options like PayPal, Apple Pay, and local payment methods specific to certain regions.

Bottom Line

Activating a third-party credit card payment provider on Shopify can expand your payment options and potentially improve your conversion rates. By following these steps and considering the additional factors, you can successfully integrate a new payment provider into your Shopify store.

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