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Works well with Pepper Pay Gateway through Authorize.Net AIM emulation, facilitating a straightforward setup for merchants using this platform.

Note: Pepper Pay Gateway is a white-labeled instance of FluidPay. In CS-Cart, Pepper Pay can be set up using an Authorize.Net AIM (Advanced Integration Method) emulator, allowing CS-Cart to connect directly with FluidPay's infrastructure.

Important: Merchants do not need an Authorize.Net account to use this integration. The Authorize.Net AIM emulator provided by FluidPay allows CS-Cart to communicate directly with Pepper Pay Gateway, so all transactions are routed through FluidPay without requiring an actual Authorize.Net account.

Step 1: Confirm Compatibility and Prepare for Integration

  1. Ensure CS-Cart Version Compatibility: Verify that your CS-Cart version supports Authorize.Net AIM configuration, as this integration method is compatible with FluidPay's setup.
  2. Gather Admin Access: Log into both your Pepper Pay Gateway and CS-Cart admin accounts with full admin credentials to access all configuration settings.

Step 2: Configure the Authorize.Net AIM Gateway in CS-Cart

  1. In your CS-Cart admin panel, go to Administration > Payment methods.
  2. Add Payment Method: Select Authorize.Net AIM as the gateway to work with Pepper Pay Gateway.
  3. Customize Payment Name: Set a customer-facing name for this payment method, such as "Credit Card via Pepper Pay."

Step 3: Retrieve and Enter Pepper Pay API Credentials

  1. Log into Pepper Pay Gateway: Access your account to retrieve the API credentials.
  2. Generate API Key: Go to Settings > API Keys in Pepper Pay Gateway and copy your API key for integration.
  3. Enter API Key in CS-Cart:
    • Paste the API key into the Transaction Key field within CS-Cart's Authorize.Net AIM settings.
    • Enter your Pepper Pay Gateway account ID as the API Login ID if required.
    • Refer to Authorize.Net AIM Integration Documentation

Step 4: Configure Payment and Security Settings

  1. Transaction Type: Choose Authorize Only to capture funds later or Authorize and Capture to capture immediately at checkout.
  2. Enable Test Mode: Use Test Mode to conduct sandbox transactions. Disable this once ready for live processing.
  3. Currency and Card Types: Configure accepted currency and card types (Visa, MasterCard, etc.) as per your preferences.

Step 5: Test the Integration

  1. Run Test Transactions: Enable test mode in CS-Cart or use sandbox credentials from Pepper Pay Gateway to verify that transactions process smoothly.
  2. Confirm Processing:
    • Ensure successful order placements and that payment statuses update correctly.
    • Verify that both customers and the store receive order confirmation emails.

Step 6: Enable Live Mode and Monitor Transactions

  1. Disable Test Mode: After successful testing, turn off test mode to enable live transactions.
  2. Regular Monitoring: Routinely review transaction records in both Pepper Pay Gateway and CS-Cart for accuracy and prompt issue resolution.

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This guide provides a secure, PCI-compliant integration between Pepper Pay Gateway and CS-Cart using the Authorize.Net AIM emulator, allowing seamless transaction processing without needing an Authorize.Net account.