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How To: Set up Authorize.net as a Payment Method

Written by Hazel Dulay
Updated over 2 weeks ago

Authorize.net is a payment gateway that is available for use on the Art Storefronts platform. This gateway allows your customers to use credit cards when checking out on your site. Generally, we recommend using Stripe, but Authorize.net requires a U.S. checking account and may not support accounts outside the U.S. If you are located outside the U.S., you may need to explore alternative payment gateway options.

Troubleshooting Browser-Related Issues

If you encounter issues such as looping during the signup process or being unable to complete specific steps (e.g., the secret code section), follow these steps:

  1. Use a Supported Browser: Ensure you are using a supported browser like Google Chrome for the best experience. Other browsers may not be fully compatible with the Authorize.net website.

  2. Clear Browser Cache and Cookies: Clear your browser’s cache and cookies to remove any stored data that might be causing the issue. Art Storefronts provides a guide on how to clear your browser cache.

  3. Try a Different Device: If the issue persists, attempt the signup process on a different device to rule out device-specific problems.

  4. Contact Authorize.net Support: For persistent issues, reach out to Authorize.net support for further assistance.

Eligibility Requirements for Authorize.net Accounts

To use Authorize.net as a payment gateway on Art Storefronts, you must meet the following eligibility criteria:

  • U.S. Checking Account Requirement: Authorize.net requires a U.S. checking account. If you do not have a U.S. checking account, you will not be able to set up your store with Authorize.net.

  • Geographic Restrictions: Authorize.net may not support accounts outside the U.S. If you are located outside the U.S., you may need to explore alternative payment gateway options.

  1. Navigate to Authorize.net and click on Sign In.
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  2. Choose Merchant.
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  3. Under Login ID, enter your username and password then click on Login.
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  4. If this is a brand new account, upon logging in, you might be presented with the remaining Account Configuration Steps.
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  5. Set your account to the Live mode so that you can run live transactions.
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  6. Click on the option labeled Settings.
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  7. Click on API Credentials & Keys.
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  8. On the next page, find the item labeled API Login ID and copy it for later.
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  9. Put a dot next to the option labeled New Transaction Key.
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  10. Click Submit.
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  11. You will be taken to a new page with the Secret Key (Current Transaction Key). Copy it.
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  12. Navigate to your Art Storefronts Control Panel and click on the tab labeled Info & Settings.
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  13. Click on the tab labeled Shopping Cart.
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  14. In the section labeled Choose Your Merchant, from the dropdown, select Authorize.net
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  15. In the section labeled API Log In ID, enter the Log In ID we copied from Authorize.net in Step 8.
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  16. In the Transaction Key section, enter in the new key we just generated in Step 11.
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  17. Click Save and Authorize.net will be ready for use on your site!
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