How to set up a payment gateway in WooCommerce?

To set up a payment gateway in WooCommerce:

• In your WordPress dashboard, go to WooCommerce > Settings > Payments.
• Enable a payment method like Stripe or PayPal.
• If not already installed, WooCommerce will prompt you to install the relevant plugin (e.g., WooCommerce Stripe Payment Gateway).
• After installing, click Set up and enter your API credentials from your payment provider’s dashboard (test and live keys).
• Enable test mode if you want to simulate transactions before going live.
• Configure accepted payment methods (e.g., Visa, Mastercard) and optional settings like custom checkout messages or logging.
• Test the checkout process using test card numbers (e.g., Stripe’s 4242 4242 4242 4242) to ensure the gateway works.
• Customers will complete payments through the normal WooCommerce checkout page—not via a shared link.
• View and manage transactions in WooCommerce > Orders.
• Using services like Stripe or PayPal helps offload PCI compliance, since sensitive data is handled on their secure servers.