The Test Gateway is a mock payment gateway that allows you to test credit card transactions in a sandbox environment. This is useful if you need to test payments or checkout flow.
Connecting to Test Gateway
To connect with the Test Gateway complete the following steps:
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Go to Payments (Settings > Payments)
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Locate the Test Gateway setting
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Select Connect
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If successful, additional Test Gateway settings will be displayed.
Configuring Payment Capture Preference
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Select the Payment Capture setting you would like to use:
- Capture payments automatically (recommended) – the customer’s card is authorized and captured automatically. The customer will be charged when the order is placed.
- Manually capture payment – the customer’s card is authorized, requiring you to manually capture the payment later. A temporary hold is placed on the customer’s card, the amount will only be charged when you manually capture it. To receive a notification when an authorization is about to expire, select the option Email me when an authorization is about to expire.
Multiple Currency Support
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To configure the advanced options for Test Gateway, select the Advanced tab. The following settings are available:
- Currencies – Add each currency that you would like the Test Gateway to support. For instance, add USD and JPY if you would like to support US Dollars and Japanese Yen.
Disconnecting Test Gateway
You can permanently disconnect Test Gateway or alternatively you can turn it off.
To disconnect Test Gateway complete the following steps:
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Go to Payments (Settings > Payments)
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Locate the Test Gateway setting and select the Advanced tab
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In the Danger Zone section, select Disconnect
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To confirm your action, select Disconnect on the confirmation dialog or select Keep to go back without disconnecting.
Note: Use caution when enabling Test Gateway, customers will be able to place orders without being charged.
Turning on or Turning off Test Gateway
To turn Test Gateway on or off without permanently disconnecting it as a payment method, complete the following steps:
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Go to Payments (Settings > Payments)
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Locate the Test Gateway setting
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In the Status section, change the toggle to ON or OFF
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Select Save to save your changes