How to Activate Authorize.Net in my eDirectory

Introduction

In the dynamic landscape of online business, a robust and secure payment gateway is paramount for the success of your website. A dependable payment gateway not only provides transaction convenience for your users but also ensures the safety and integrity of their financial data. This guide will lead you through the process of configuring Authorize.Net on your eDirectory website, enabling you to accept payments efficiently and securely.

Why Integrating a Payment Gateway is Essential:

Implementing a payment gateway on your eDirectory website offers several critical advantages:

• Seamless Transactions: A properly configured payment gateway facilitates smooth and effortless transactions, significantly enhancing the overall user experience.
• Enhanced Security: By utilizing a reputable payment gateway like Authorize.Net, you guarantee the protection of sensitive financial information, fostering trust and confidence among your users.

Let's now proceed with the detailed steps to configure Authorize.Net on your eDirectory platform.

Stage 1: Obtaining Your Authorize.Net API Credentials

Before you can enable Authorize.Net as a payment gateway on eDirectory, you need to retrieve your API Login ID and generate a new Transaction Key from your Authorize.Net account. Follow these steps:

1. Log in to Authorize.Net:
   • Navigate to the official Authorize.Net website.

• Sign in to your existing Authorize.Net account.

2. Access API Credentials & Keys:
   • Click on the "Account" tab located in the main toolbar.

• Select "API Credentials & Keys."

3. Generate a New Transaction Key:
   • On the subsequent page, choose the radio button next to "New Transaction key."
   • Click "Submit" to continue the process.

• Optionally, you can disable your old Transaction Key immediately by checking the "Disable Old Transaction Key Immediately" box.
• Authorize.Net will then require you to verify your identity. Enter your email address in the "Email Address" field and click "Request PIN."

• Check your email inbox for the PIN sent by Authorize.Net. Enter the received PIN in the "Enter PIN" field and click "Verify PIN."

• Your new Transaction Key will now be displayed on the next page. Carefully copy this key as you will need to paste it into your eDirectory Site Manager in the following steps.
• Click "Continue."

• Return to the previous "API Credentials & Keys" page to locate your API Login ID. Copy this ID as well, as you will need to paste it into your eDirectory Site Manager.

Stage 2: Enabling Authorize.Net on eDirectory

With your Authorize.Net API Login ID and Transaction Key obtained, follow these steps to enable the gateway on your eDirectory website:

1. Access Site Manager:
   • Log in to your eDirectory Site Manager (administrative backend).
   • Open the "Settings" tab.
2. Navigate to Products & Plans:
   • From the Settings submenu, select "Products & Plans."
   • Click on the "Payment Gateways" tab.

3. Enable Authorize.Net:
   • Locate the "Authorize.Net" toggle button and enable it.
   • In the "Sign in field," paste the API Login ID that you copied in Stage 1.
   • In the "Transaction key field," paste the new Transaction Key that you obtained in Stage 1.
   • Ensure you click "Save changes" to apply your configurations.

If you encounter any difficulties during this configuration process or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated Support team at support@edirectory.com.

Conclusion

By completing these steps, you will have successfully configured Authorize.Net as your payment gateway on your eDirectory website, paving the way for secure and efficient payment processing for your users.