How to Set Up and Test Your PayFast Gateway Integration

How to Set Up and Test Your PayFast Gateway Integration

Setting up a PayFast Gateway integration ensures your payment system operates smoothly and securely. Follow this step-by-step guide to configure your account, test transactions, and manage live operations.
1. Configure Your Test Account
  • Use the test account credentials provided in PayFast's developer documentation to set up your integration.
  • Configure these credentials on your staging site to simulate real-world transactions safely.
2. Test the Checkout and Transaction Flow
  • Perform a test checkout from your website’s checkout page to PayFast’s payment page.
  • Complete the transaction flow and verify that your website is communicating correctly with the PayFast gateway.
3. Perform Test Transactions
  • Use the test cards provided by PayFast to complete multiple transactions.
  • Ensure that order statuses on your website update accurately after each transaction. This is critical to confirm the functionality of your integration.
4. Configure Your Live Account
  • Once testing is successful, configure your live account credentials, which are provided by the PayFast Onboarding Team.
  • Complete a live transaction to confirm that the live environment is functioning as expected.
5. Access the Merchant Portal
  • Log into the Merchant Access Portal to:
    • View transaction details.
    • Process refunds.
    • Generate and download custom reports.
By following these steps, you can confidently integrate and manage your payments using the PayFast Gateway solution. Testing thoroughly in the staging environment ensures a seamless live experience for you and your customers.




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