Guide
Test Mode Readiness
Use Stripe Test Mode to validate checkout flows before enabling live merchant payments.
Step-by-step
Merchant guide
Recommended steps
- Connect the correct Stripe account in Test Mode and confirm test keys are active.
- Run end-to-end test charges for cart checkout, fixed-amount charges, refunds, and receipt checks.
- Validate reader, Tap to Pay, and QR checkout behavior in your real selling setup before switching to Live Mode.
- Only move to Live Mode after your team documents a repeatable pre-open payment checklist.
Why it matters
Use Stripe Test Mode to validate checkout flows before enabling live merchant payments.