Introduction


The ease and efficiency of online financial transactions have become essential for any platform aiming to provide a complete experience for its users. Integrating a reliable payment system is crucial to ensuring convenience and security in transactions. In this context, integrating eDirectory with the Mercado Pago payment system emerges as a robust and effective solution.


Why Integrate Mercado Pago with eDirectory?


Integrating Mercado Pago into your online directory offers several significant benefits for administrators, listing owners, and, of course, end users. Here are some key reasons why this integration is so crucial:

  1. Proven Reliability: Mercado Pago is a widely recognized payment platform known for its reliability and security. Integrating this solution with eDirectory enhances your platform’s credibility.

  2. Payment Convenience: With Mercado Pago, users have access to credit cards to bank slips. This increases customer convenience and can result in higher conversion rates.

  3. Secure Transactions: Security is a priority for Mercado Pago, ensuring safer online transactions for eDirectory users. End-to-end encryption and anti-fraud measures provide a smooth payment experience.

  4. Simplified Management: Integrating with Mercado Pago streamlines financial management within eDirectory. Tracking payments, refunds, and other related aspects becomes more efficient and transparent.

Instructions to Integrate Mercado Pago with eDirectory


To successfully integrate Mercado Pago with eDirectory, follow these steps carefully:

  1. Go to Mercado Pago Developers and log in with your Mercado Pago account.

  2. On the homepage, click "Create Application."

  3. Depending on your account settings, two-factor authentication may be required. Enter the verification code sent to you and click "Continue."

  4. Fill in the required fields in the form:

    • Application Name: Enter your website name.
    • What type of payment solution will you integrate?: Online Payments
    • Are you using an e-commerce platform?: No
    • Which product are you integrating?: CheckoutPro
    • Integration Model: Leave blank.
    • Click to create application. 

  5. In the side menu, click "Production Credentials."

  6. Fill in the required fields:

    • Industry: Other
    • Website: Enter your site URL in the format https://example.com
    • Recaptcha: Complete the Recaptcha verification to continue.

  7. Copy the Public Key and Access Token.

  8. Log in to your site’s admin area and go to Settings → Products & Plans → Additional Settings and Payment Gateways.

  9. Check the "Mercado Pago" option and paste the Public Key and Access Token into their respective fields. Make sure to click "Save Changes."

  10. Go to your website, click "List with us," select a paid plan, and complete a purchase using Mercado Pago. Perform a real payment so that Mercado Pago can assess the integration quality.

  11. Return to your Mercado Pago account and, after making a purchase on your site, click "Evaluate Quality."

  12. On the next page, click "Evaluate Quality" again.

  13. The Payment ID field will be automatically filled with the real payment ID. Click "Confirm" and wait for the result.

  14. After evaluation, the integration will receive a maximum score, and any suggested improvements will be optional.


For any questions or issues, contact us at [email protected].

Note: It’s important to note that eDirectory is not directly associated with Mercado Pago. Therefore, we cannot provide details on their plans, subscription pricing, or any changes to their services. For inquiries about Mercado Pago’s offerings, we recommend reaching out to their official support channels or visiting their website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Conclusion


By following these instructions, you will ensure a seamless integration between eDirectory and Mercado Pago, providing an optimized payment experience for your users and simplifying your platform’s financial management.