Key takeaways
- A payment gateway handles card and bank payments securely on your behalf.
- You need a registered business or account that the gateway accepts.
- Link payments to orders so you can confirm and deliver automatically.
How online payment works
A customer chooses what to buy, pays through a gateway and your site receives confirmation that the payment succeeded. You do not handle card details yourself.
Payment gateways
Services such as Paystack and Flutterwave are common choices in Nigeria. They support cards, bank transfers and other methods. Compare fees, settlement time, supported methods and support before choosing.
What you will need
- A business account and documents the gateway asks for.
- A website with HTTPS and clear terms.
- Pages for refund and delivery policies.
Keep orders and payments together
Each order should record what was bought, who paid, the amount and the status. This avoids disputes and speeds up delivery.
Build trust
Show your contact details, policies and a secure checkout. Customers pay more readily when they know who they are dealing with.
Test before launch
Test with small payments in the gateway's test mode, and check that confirmations, emails and receipts all work.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a registered company to accept payments?
Requirements differ by gateway. Check what each one asks for before you start.
Is it safe to take payments on my website?
Yes, when you use a reputable gateway and HTTPS and never store card details yourself.
Can payments update my orders automatically?
Yes, with a proper integration.
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