To use this extension, you need an active Stripe account. You can create an account from the Stripe website and complete the required business details in your Stripe Dashboard.
API Keys
In your Stripe Dashboard, go to Developers → API keys. You will find two main types of keys:
- Publishable Key: A public key used to identify your Stripe account.
- Secret Key: A private key used by your store to create secure payment sessions.
Never share your Stripe Secret Key publicly. Only enter it inside the extension settings in your OpenCart admin panel.
Test Mode and Live Mode
- Test Mode: Used for testing payments with Stripe test cards. No real money is charged.
- Live Mode: Used for accepting real customer payments.