Create Your Store on Stripe
Stripe is one of the most powerful and flexible payment processors, allowing you to create a store, manage subscriptions, and handle payments seamlessly.
The types of services supported by Stripe include but are not limited to:
- SaaS and software products
- Digital goods (eBooks, PDFs, design assets, etc.)
- Memberships and subscriptions
- Online courses
- Marketplaces
- Physical goods
Why Use Stripe?
Stripe is a payment processor, meaning it facilitates transactions but requires you to handle tax compliance yourself. Unlike Lemon Squeezy (a Merchant of Record), Stripe provides more flexibility for businesses that want direct control over payment flows, tax settings, and payouts.
Stripe is widely trusted and used by companies like Shopify, Amazon, and Notion.
Checklist Before Setting Up Your Stripe Store
To ensure a smooth setup process, follow this checklist:
- Sign Up for a Stripe Account: Visit Stripe and create an account.
- Verify Your Business Information: Provide details about your business for compliance verification.
- Integrate Stripe with Your Platform:
- Use Stripe Checkout for an easy hosted payment page.
- Use Stripe Payment Links for quick transactions.
- Implement Stripe API for a fully customized experience.
- Set Up Legal Pages:
- Privacy Policy
- Terms and Conditions
- Enable Tax Handling (Optional): Use Stripe Tax to handle cross-border sales tax compliance.
Once these steps are completed, you're ready to start accepting payments with Stripe and scale your online business! 🚀