Authorize.net integration for processing payments

Authorize.Net is considered a competitive payment processor due to its reliability, security, and wide range of features. It has operated for over 20 years, providing payment processing services to businesses of all sizes. Authorize.Net provides robust security measures to protect transactions, sensitive customer information, and reliable uptime to ensure smooth transactions. Additionally, Authorize.Net offers features such as recurring billing, mobile compatibility, and integrations with popular e-commerce platforms.

Covered in this Article

Which Payment Processor to use?

Requirements to use Authorize.Net

How to integrate Authorize.Net as a Payment Gateway?

Side Notes for using Authorize.Net

Test cards for Authorize.net integration.

FAQ

Why don't I see Paypal among the default gateway options?

What will change in the reporting of transactions done with Authorize.net? Where will I be able to keep track of all payments?

Where will I be able to find the subscriptions created via Authorize.net? I cannot relate to the subscription status defined on the Subscriptions page.

How do I Cancel/End a subscription created via Authorize.net? I am not able to do so in the merchant portal.

Will I be able to refund transactions as well within the application itself?

I am using FDS filters with Authorize.net to hold transactions for review if the address is not submitted, the card code is not submitted, etc. Is the system compatible with handling those cases?

When will Authorize.net be available for SaaS and Memberships?

Which Payment Processor to use?

Deciding between Stripe, PayPal, and Authorize.net will depend on what's best for your business. Here's a comparison:

Stripe: A popular choice for online businesses and startups, Stripe offers a developer-friendly platform, custom integrations, and transparent pricing.

PayPal: PayPal is a well-established payment processor with a global presence and a wide range of features, including a secure payment gateway, invoicing, and recurring payments.

Authorize.net: Authorize.net is a trusted payment processor with a long history of providing reliable and secure payment processing services. It offers comprehensive features, including fraud detection and mobile compatibility.

Ultimately, the best choice depends on the specific needs of your business, such as the types of payments you need to accept, your target market, and your budget. It's recommended to compare each processor's features, fees, and support options before deciding.

Please Note:

Requirements to useAuthorize.Net

Authorize.net can accept transactions from United States, Australian, and Canadian merchants.

Currencies supported with Authorize.net Link

Before you can integrate Authorize.Net, you must confirm whether you are on a browser that supports using it.

Below is a list of supported and tested browsers:

You can check and verify the browser and version you are using by:

Use the below help/about information when inside the respective browser:

Chrome

Edge

Firefox

Safari

Utilize sites like:

https://www.whatsmybrowser.org/

https://www.whatismybrowser.com/

For the Merchant Interface inside Authorize.net, if an unsupported browser or version is detected, two possible messages may display depending on how low the browser version is.,

Browser Warning/Out of Date – In this case, Authorize.net may have detected a browser/version that you may encounter issues with. You should update to a newer version or use a different supported browser.

Examples of Outdated browsers:

Internet Explorer (IE) 11

Edge (Legacy)

Opera

Browser Block/Out of Date – In this case, we have detected a browser/version that will encounter issues, and an updated browser version needs to be used or a different supported browser.

How to integrateAuthorize.Net as a Payment Gateway?

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