Getting a Stripe Account

To use Stripe for payment processing, you’ll first need to create an account. The process is simple and usually takes just a few minutes.

Steps to Create a Stripe Account

Go to Stripe’s Website
- Visit Stripe.com and click Sign Up.
Enter Your Details
- Provide your email address, full name, and create a password.
Verify Your Email
- Stripe will send a confirmation email. Click the link to verify your account.
Set Up Your Business Profile
- Fill in details about your business, including name, industry, and country of operation.
Add Banking Information
- Provide your bank account details for payouts. Stripe will deposit funds directly into this account.
Complete Identity Verification
- Stripe may require additional identity verification, such as government-issued ID and business documentation.
Enable Live Mode
- By default, your account starts in Test Mode. To accept real payments, complete all required verification steps and activate Live Mode.
Access Your Dashboard
- Once set up, log in to the Stripe Dashboard to manage payments, configure webhooks, and get API keys.

For more details, see Stripe’s official Guide to Setting up an Account.

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