7. How to configure payment methods in PrestaShop
PrestaShop allows you to accept many different payment methods. Let’s see how to setup PayPal.
1) Go to Modules.
2) Scroll down until you find Payments and Gateways.
3) Click to expand the list.
4) Click Install next to PayPal.
5) After the module has installed, click Configure.
These options may vary for each payment method you decide to setup.
6) Click the Settings tab.
7) Enter the e-mail address associated with your Paypal account.
8) Click Save Settings.
That’s it! Now you know how to setup a payment method in PrestaShop.
How to Configure Payment Methods in PrestaShop
Step 1: Access the Payment Methods Configuration
- Log in to your PrestaShop admin panel.
- In the left-hand sidebar, navigate to Payment and then click on Payment Methods.
Step 2: Install a Payment Module
- In the Payment Methods section, you will see a list of available payment modules.
- If the payment method you want to use is not listed, click on the Add a payment method button.
- Browse or search for the payment module you want to install (e.g., PayPal, Stripe).
- Click on the Install button next to the payment module.
- Once installed, click on the Configure button to set up the module.
Step 3: Configure the Payment Module
Each payment module will have its own configuration settings. Here’s an example of configuring the PayPal module:
- After clicking Configure, you will be taken to the module’s configuration page.
- Enter the required information such as:
- API Username: Your PayPal API username.
- API Password: Your PayPal API password.
- API Signature: Your PayPal API signature.
- Set additional options such as:
- Payment action: Choose between authorization only or sale (capture immediately).
- Display settings: Customise how PayPal is displayed to your customers during checkout.
- Save the changes.
Step 4: Set Up Other Payment Methods
Repeat the process for any other payment methods you want to offer, such as credit cards, bank transfers, or cash on delivery.
Step 5: Manage Payment Preferences
- Go to Payment > Preferences in the left-hand sidebar.
- Configure the following settings:
- Currency restrictions: Choose which currencies each payment method will be available for.
- Country restrictions: Specify which countries can use each payment method.
- Group restrictions: Define which customer groups can access each payment method.
Step 6: Test the Payment Methods
- Create a test order on your store to ensure that the payment methods appear correctly during the checkout process.
- Complete the checkout process using each payment method to verify that they work as expected.
Additional Tips for Payment Configuration
- SSL Certificate: Ensure your website has an SSL certificate installed to secure payment transactions.
- Payment Gateways: Consider using popular payment gateways like PayPal, Stripe, and Authorize.Net for reliability and customer trust.
- Local Payment Methods: Offer local payment methods to cater to customers in specific regions.
- Fraud Prevention: Implement fraud prevention measures such as address verification and 3D Secure.