{"id":23864,"date":"2024-08-05T00:01:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-05T07:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dhblog.dream.press\/blog\/?p=23864"},"modified":"2025-10-31T10:46:29","modified_gmt":"2025-10-31T17:46:29","slug":"how-to-accept-payments-through-wordpress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/how-to-accept-payments-through-wordpress\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Accept Payments Through Your WordPress Website"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Dreaming of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/monetize-your-website\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">making millions online<\/a>? First, you&#8217;re going to need a payment gateway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Accepting credit card payments for services or products on your WordPress website is essential if you want to explore<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/ultimate-small-business-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> new business opportunities<\/a>. The tricky part is choosing the right option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every payment gateway offers something different. Ideally, you want an affordable provider that is fully compatible with your e-commerce store. Understanding what each <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/10-online-payment-gateways-compared\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">payment gateway<\/a> has to offer can help you create the best possible experience for customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ugh, that sounds like a lot of research. To make the process a whole lot easier, we\u2019ve gathered all the key info in one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll cover the basics of online payment platforms. We\u2019ll also review a number of free and premium payment applications that you can add to your WordPress website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re ready, let\u2019s dive right in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-why-it-s-important-to-choose-the-right-payment-gateways-for-your-website\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why It\u2019s Important to Choose the Right Payment Gateways for Your Website<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Payment gateways are services that process credit and debit card payments for merchants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your choice of the gateway is important because<a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/477804\/online-shopping-cart-abandonment-rate-worldwide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> 70% of online shoppers<\/a> abandon their carts during the checkout process. Offering your customers a variety of different payment methods is a proven way to keep them happy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just as importantly, every gateway has its own pricing model. Your choice of payment processor affects the cut of each sale you will pay in fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Technically speaking, a payment gateway can be a standalone software application or physical hardware used in point-of-sale (POS) transactions.<strong> <\/strong>In this post, we&#8217;re mainly focusing on the software side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s plenty to consider when choosing a gateway for your business, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS): <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcisecuritystandards.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PCI DSS<\/a> compliance means that a service provider adheres to the information <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/security\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">security standard<\/a> for handling major credit and debit cards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plugin compatibility: <\/strong>Plugins from payment processors vary in terms of features and compatibility. Make sure your chosen gateways are<a href=\"https:\/\/help.dreamhost.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/215300817-Managing-WordPress-plugins\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> compatible with your site\u2019s theme<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>User experience: <\/strong>It&#8217;s worth testing each payment solution to ensure you&#8217;re delivering a great<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/what-is-user-experience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> user experience<\/a> during checkout and after.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) Certificates<\/strong><strong>: <\/strong>Any website with online payment options should have an<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/hosting\/ssl-tls-certificates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> SSL certificate<\/a>. This ensures that payment data is exchanged via a secure connection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"glossary-term\">\n\t<a\n\t\tclass=\"glossary-term__above-title\"\n\t\thref=\"\"\n\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\trel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n\t>\n\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 640 512\"><path d=\"M320 32c-8.1 0-16.1 1.4-23.7 4.1L15.8 137.4C6.3 140.9 0 149.9 0 160s6.3 19.1 15.8 22.6l57.9 20.9C57.3 229.3 48 259.8 48 291.9v28.1c0 28.4-10.8 57.7-22.3 80.8c-6.5 13-13.9 25.8-22.5 37.6C0 442.7-.9 448.3 .9 453.4s6 8.9 11.2 10.2l64 16c4.2 1.1 8.7 .3 12.4-2s6.3-6.1 7.1-10.4c8.6-42.8 4.3-81.2-2.1-108.7C90.3 344.3 86 329.8 80 316.5V291.9c0-30.2 10.2-58.7 27.9-81.5c12.9-15.5 29.6-28 49.2-35.7l157-61.7c8.2-3.2 17.5 .8 20.7 9s-.8 17.5-9 20.7l-157 61.7c-12.4 4.9-23.3 12.4-32.2 21.6l159.6 57.6c7.6 2.7 15.6 4.1 23.7 4.1s16.1-1.4 23.7-4.1L624.2 182.6c9.5-3.4 15.8-12.5 15.8-22.6s-6.3-19.1-15.8-22.6L343.7 36.1C336.1 33.4 328.1 32 320 32zM128 408c0 35.3 86 72 192 72s192-36.7 192-72L496.7 262.6 354.5 314c-11.1 4-22.8 6-34.5 6s-23.5-2-34.5-6L143.3 262.6 128 408z\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t<span><\/span>\n\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z\"\/><\/svg>\n\t<\/a>\n    <h3>SSL\/TLS<\/h3>\n    <p>SSL, or Secure Sockets Layer, ensures secure connections to protect data during online transactions and logins. TLS, its successor, enhances security further.<\/p>\n            <a\n            href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/glossary\/hosting\/ssl-tls\/\"\n                        class=\"btn btn--white-outline btn--sm btn--round\"\n                                    target=\"_blank\"\n            rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n            >\n                            Read More                    <\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Bear in mind that most sites offer more than one option. Customers are generally more likely to complete a purchase when they have alternative payment buttons to choose from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h2_the-6-best-payment-gateways-for-wordpress\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The 6 Best Payment Gateways for WordPress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we know the factors to consider when choosing payment gateways, let&#8217;s examine some of the best options for WordPress store owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h2_1-authorize-net-best-overall-payment-gateway\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Authorize.net: Best Overall Payment Gateway<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Owned by Visa,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.authorize.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Authorize.net<\/a> offers free advanced fraud detection services. You can use this gateway to accept payments via credit or debit card, PayPal, and Apple Pay \u2014 and it&#8217;s pretty easy to set up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This gateway works with many WordPress plugins, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/what-is-woocommerce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WooCommerce<\/a>. On the back end, Authorize.net lets you accept multiple currencies and sync all your transaction data with Quickbooks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you also want to take payments in the real world, Authorize.net\u2019s free software lets you turn any Windows-based computer into a POS terminal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Excellent fraud prevention<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Simple checkout experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No contracts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Monthly subscription<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Authorize.net fees:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Account set-up fee: $0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monthly gateway fee: $25.00<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Processing fees: $0.10 per transaction + $0.10 daily batch fee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h2_2-paypal-best-for-convenience\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. PayPal: Best for Convenience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paypal.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PayPal<\/a> is probably the most trusted name in payment gateways. That\u2019s a huge plus if you&#8217;re starting a new business and trying to win over online shoppers. It might be the easiest option to set up, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re only making occasional sales, you can add the PayPal button to any page. This button will link to a checkout hosted on PayPal&#8217;s website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you can set up PayPal as a gateway in your own checkout. It&#8217;s compatible with most <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/intro-to-wordpress-plugins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">form<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/woocommerce-shopify-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">e-commerce plugins<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also set up a POS checkout with<a href=\"https:\/\/www.paypal.com\/us\/business\/pos-system\/software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> several hardware options<\/a>, which include mobile and traditional terminal possibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The only downside of PayPal is that you pay more per transaction than with some other payment processors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One-tap checkout for PayPal users<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No setup payments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easily accept payments in international currencies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Higher fees than some providers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not the best customer support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PayPal fees:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>PayPal button fees: 2.99% of transaction + $0.49<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Merchant fees: 3.49% of transaction + $0.49<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>POS fees: 2.29% of transaction + $0.09<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional 1.5% + fixed fee for international transactions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"single__related-article\">\n\t<span>Related Article<\/span>\n\t<div class=\"single__related-article__wrap\">\n\t\t<div class=\"single__related-article__title\">\n\t\t\t18 Pro Tips for Choosing the Perfect WordPress Theme\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/how-to-pick-wordpress-theme\/\" class=\"btn btn--sm btn--brand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\tRead More\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h2_3-stripe-best-for-international-sales\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Stripe: Best for International Sales<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/stripe.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Stripe<\/a> is probably your best choice if you do plenty of international business. This gateway accepts over 100 foreign currencies and converts them automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As with PayPal, you can accept payments on your WordPress site via the Stripe payment button or through your own checkout. Either way, Stripe offers good integration with WordPress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The company has also created its own <a href=\"https:\/\/stripe.com\/terminal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">POS terminal system<\/a>. You\u2019ll have to purchase this, but it\u2019s a nice option if you plan on doing events or setting up a physical storefront.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full PCI DSS compliance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Impressive international payment options<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great subscription billing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>High chargeback fees if customers dispute a purchase<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stripe fees:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Credit and debit cards: 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional 1.5% fee for international cards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extra 1% for currency conversion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Terminal transactions: 2.7% + $0.5 per transaction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"article-newsletter article-newsletter--gradient\">\n\n\n<h2>Get Content Delivered Straight to Your Inbox<\/h2><p>Subscribe now to receive all the latest updates, delivered directly to your inbox.<\/p><form class=\"nwsl-form\" id=\"newsletter_block_\" novalidate><div class=\"messages\"><\/div><div class=\"form-group\"><label for=\"input_newsletter_block_\"><input type=\"email\"name=\"email\"id=\"input_newsletter_block_\"placeholder=\"Enter your email address\"novalidatedisabled=\"disabled\"\/><\/label><button type=\"submit\"class=\"btn btn--brand\"disabled=\"disabled\"><span>Sign Me Up!<\/span><svg width=\"21\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 21 14\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path d=\"M13.8523 0.42524L12.9323 1.34521C12.7095 1.56801 12.7132 1.9304 12.9404 2.14865L16.7241 5.7823H0.5625C0.251859 5.7823 0 6.03416 0 6.3448V7.6573C0 7.96794 0.251859 8.2198 0.5625 8.2198H16.7241L12.9405 11.8535C12.7132 12.0717 12.7095 12.4341 12.9323 12.6569L13.8523 13.5769C14.072 13.7965 14.4281 13.7965 14.6478 13.5769L20.8259 7.39879C21.0456 7.17913 21.0456 6.82298 20.8259 6.60327L14.6477 0.42524C14.4281 0.205584 14.0719 0.205584 13.8523 0.42524Z\" fill=\"white\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/button><\/div><\/form><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h2_4-amazon-pay-best-for-building-trust\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Amazon Pay: Best for Building Trust<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from brand recognition, one of the most significant benefits of using<a href=\"https:\/\/pay.amazon.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Amazon Pay<\/a> is that shoppers don\u2019t have to leave your website to complete their payments. Users can log in with their Amazon accounts and complete \u201cin-line\u201d purchases in a familiar and smooth checkout process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While Amazon Pay does not offer a POS system, you\u2019ll have access to other benefits \u2014 including recurring payments, fraud detection, and donation settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Trusted brand<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Works in your existing checkout<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good fraud detection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fairly high cross-border fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Amazon may hold your funds for a period before releasing them<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Amazon Pay fees:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Web and mobile: 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cross-border transactions: 3.9% + $0.30 per transaction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Charitable organizations: 2.2% + $0.30 per transaction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h2_5-square-best-for-startups\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Square: Best for Startups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/squareup.com\/us\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Square<\/a> is a leader in the payment gateway industry. It&#8217;s a little more focused on POS than other providers on this list, but online payments work perfectly well. Plus, Square actually has a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/website-builder\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">website builder<\/a> for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/how-to-start-an-online-boutique\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online stores<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In terms of POS, we love the<a href=\"https:\/\/squareup.com\/us\/en\/payments\/virtual-terminal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> virtual terminal<\/a>. This application enables you to turn any web-connected device into a credit card payment terminal, even without a card swiper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Integrates with WooCommerce<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Store builder option<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No fees on disputes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your account might be frozen if you don&#8217;t make a sale for some time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Square fees:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>E-commerce: 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Point of sale: 2.6% + $0.10 per transaction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monthly subscriptions for additional features starting at $29 per month<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h2_6-woopayments-best-for-woocommerce-integration\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. WooPayments: Best for WooCommerce Integration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Technically speaking, WooPayments is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/glossary\/hosting\/reseller-hosting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">white-label<\/a> version of Stripe. The difference is that this solution was specifically made for WooCommerce by the same team that created our favorite e-commerce WordPress plugin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means you get tighter integration with WordPress and the ability to manage payments through your store dashboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Deep integration with the popular WooCommerce plugin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All the same advantages as Stripe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Only available via WooCommerce<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>WooPayments fees:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Credit and debit cards: 2.90% + $0.30 per transaction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional 1.5% fee for international cards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extra 1% for currency conversion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h2_5-free-and-premium-payment-gateway-plugins\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 Free and Premium Payment Gateway Plugins<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you ponder over these gateways, it&#8217;s worth thinking about how well each provider integrates with your WordPress website. Let\u2019s look at a few payment plugins that may help you to simplify that process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Quick Paypal Payments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With <a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/quick-paypal-payments\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Quick Paypal Payments<\/a> installed, you can add a PayPal button anywhere on your site by pasting a shortcode. It also comes with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/how-to-use-wordpress-blocks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">block<\/a> to display the form. It&#8217;s not the most sophisticated option, but this plugin is great if you want to start selling immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Easy to configure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plenty of styling options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Free base version, with additional features available for $19.99.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. WP Full Pay<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-full-stripe-free\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WP Full Pay<\/a> is powered (naturally) by Stripe. This plugin makes it easy to add various payment options to your website, including embedded payment forms and recurring payments for subscriptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lets you create beautiful payment forms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allows you to accept donations and recurring payments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Works for membership sites<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Price: <\/strong>The free version charges a 1.9% transaction fee in addition to Stripe fees. The premium version starts at $49 per year and includes unlimited transactions with no additional fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. WP Simple Pay<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you choose Stripe as your payment gateway, <a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/stripe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WP Simple Pay<\/a> is another option for integrating payments into your WordPress site. This plugin is pretty much an all-in-one option, which eliminates the need for additional plugins to create a payment experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Displays product images on checkout pages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supports over 135 currencies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mobile responsive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Lite version is free, while the Pro version starts at $99 per year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Authorize.net Payment Gateway for WooCommerce<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Explicitly designed for WooCommerce plugin users, <a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/woo-authorize-net-gateway-aim\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Authorize.net Payment Gateway for WooCommerce<\/a> offers unique security features for your website. It allows you to take credit card payments in WordPress through Authorize.net, and set rules about specific payment types.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Secures payments through Authorize.net servers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Includes optional success and failure messages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> This is another free option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. WooCommerce<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Strictly speaking,<a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/woocommerce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> WooCommerce<\/a> isn&#8217;t a payment plugin. It&#8217;s an entire e-commerce ecosystem for WordPress, allowing you to build and grow your online store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The key part is that WooCommerce has over 845 available add-ons. 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