Payment Gateway Setup 101

Setting up payment gateways can be confusing, but it’s essential for anyone who wants to accept payments online safely and securely. Whether you run a blog, offer digital products, provide services, or manage an online store, this guide walks you through the entire process from start to finish.

Inside, you’ll learn how to:

• Choose the right South African payment gateway for your business or website, including PayFast, Yoco, and Peach Payments
• Create and verify your gateway account
• Connect your gateway to popular platforms like Shopify, WordPress (WooCommerce), or other websites
• Use the sandbox environment to safely test payments before going live
• Enable fraud protection and secure payment settings
• Add high-resolution payment gateway logos to your footer or checkout for a professional look (Liquid code example included)
• Troubleshoot common payment errors and ensure a smooth checkout experience

This guide is step-by-step, beginner-friendly, and intended for the original purchaser only. Save hours of confusion and avoid costly mistakes - get your payments set up the right way from the very start.