Setting up your payment method – WooCommerce

Setting up payment methods in your WooCommerce store is crucial for enabling customers to purchase products. WooCommerce supports various payment gateways, including PayPal, Stripe, bank transfers, and offline payments. Here’s a step-by-step guide to setting up payment methods in WooCommerce:

Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up Payment Methods in WooCommerce

Step 1: Log in to Your WordPress Admin Dashboard

1. Open your web browser and go to your WordPress login page, usually yourdomain.com/wp-admin.
2. Enter your username and password to log in.

Step 2: Navigate to WooCommerce Settings

1. Once logged in, you’ll be in the WordPress dashboard.
2. On the left-hand menu, hover over WooCommerce and then click on Settings.

Step 3: Go to the Payments Tab

1. In the WooCommerce Settings page, click on the Payments tab at the top.
2. You will see a list of available payment gateways and their statuses.

Step 4: Enable and Configure Payment Gateways

You can enable multiple payment gateways and configure each one according to your preferences.

PayPal

1. Enable PayPal Standard:
   • Find PayPal in the list of available payment methods.
   • Toggle the switch to enable it.
   • Click on the Set up button next to PayPal.
2. Configure PayPal Settings:
   • Enter your PayPal email address.
   • Configure additional settings like receiver email, PayPal identity token, invoice prefix, and sandbox mode for testing.
   • Customize the description that appears to customers during checkout.
   • Save changes.

Stripe

1. Install Stripe Extension:
   • Go to Plugins > Add New.
   • Search for “WooCommerce Stripe Payment Gateway”.
   • Install and activate the plugin.
2. Enable Stripe:
   • Return to WooCommerce > Settings > Payments.
   • Find Stripe in the list and toggle the switch to enable it.
   • Click on the Set up button next to Stripe.
3. Configure Stripe Settings:
   • Enter your Stripe API keys (publishable key and secret key). These can be obtained from your Stripe account dashboard.
   • Configure additional settings like test mode, payment request buttons, and webhooks.
   • Customize the description and title that appear to customers during checkout.
   • Save changes.

Direct Bank Transfer (BACS)

1. Enable Bank Transfer:
   • Find Direct Bank Transfer (BACS) in the list and toggle the switch to enable it.
   • Click on the Set up button next to Direct Bank Transfer.
2. Configure Bank Transfer Settings:
   • Enter instructions for the customer, including the bank details like account number, sort code, bank name, and IBAN/BIC.
   • Customize the description and instructions that appear to customers during checkout.
   • Save changes.

Cash on Delivery (COD)

1. Enable Cash on Delivery:
   • Find Cash on Delivery (COD) in the list and toggle the switch to enable it.
   • Click on the Set up button next to Cash on Delivery.
2. Configure COD Settings:
   • Enter the title and description for the payment method.
   • Set any additional fees for using this method.
   • Choose the applicable shipping methods for which COD is available.
   • Save changes.

Cheque Payments

1. Enable Cheque Payments:
   • Find Cheque Payments in the list and toggle the switch to enable it.
   • Click on the Set up button next to Cheque Payments.
2. Configure Cheque Payments Settings:
   • Enter the title and description for the payment method.
   • Provide instructions for sending the cheque, including the payable to details and mailing address.
   • Save changes.

Step 5: Test Your Payment Methods

1. Place Test Orders:
   • Visit your store as a customer.
   • Add products to your cart and proceed to checkout.
   • Select each payment method you have configured and complete the checkout process to ensure everything works correctly.
2. Use Sandbox/Test Mode:
   • For gateways like PayPal and Stripe, you can use sandbox or test mode to place orders without actual transactions. Ensure to switch to live mode before going live.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can set up and configure various payment methods in WooCommerce, providing your customers with a range of options to pay for their purchases. Regularly check and update your payment settings to ensure a smooth and secure checkout experience for your customers.