Can Stripe be integrated with a Webflow site?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Integrating Stripe with a Webflow site

Yes, Stripe can be easily integrated with a Webflow site to enable online payments and manage transactions. Stripe is a popular payment gateway that provides an easy-to-use interface for accepting online payments securely.

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to integrate Stripe with your Webflow site:

  1. Create a Stripe account: If you haven't already done so, sign up for a Stripe account at stripe.com. Fill in the necessary details and complete the verification process.

  2. Get your Stripe API keys: Once your Stripe account is created, navigate to the Developer section in the Stripe dashboard. Here, you'll find your API keys. Copy your publishable key and secret key.

  3. Add the Stripe JavaScript library: In your Webflow site, go to the Project Settings and select the Custom Code tab. Paste the following code in the Head Code section to include the Stripe JavaScript library:

    ```html

    ```

  4. Create a payment form: Design a payment form in Webflow using the built-in form elements, such as text fields for cardholder name, credit card number, expiration date, and the CVV code. You can also use Webflow's form validation features to ensure the user inputs correct payment details.

  5. Write custom JavaScript code: In the Webflow Designer, open the page where you have created the payment form. Add a new custom code block and insert the following JavaScript code:

    ```javascript
    const stripe = Stripe('YOUR_PUBLISHABLE_KEY');

    const paymentForm = document.getElementById('YOUR_PAYMENT_FORM');
    const cardholderName = document.getElementById('YOUR_CARDHOLDER_NAME_FIELD');
    const cardNumber = document.getElementById('YOUR_CARD_NUMBER_FIELD');
    const cardExpiry = document.getElementById('YOUR_CARD_EXPIRY_FIELD');
    const cardCVC = document.getElementById('YOUR_CARD_CVC_FIELD');

    paymentForm.addEventListener('submit', async (event) => {
    event.preventDefault();

    const paymentMethod = await stripe.createPaymentMethod({
    type: 'card',
    card: cardNumber,
    billing_details: { name: cardholderName },
    });

    if (paymentMethod.error) {
    // Handle errors here
    } else {
    // Process the payment and handle success
    }
    });
    ```

    Replace 'YOUR_PUBLISHABLE_KEY' with your actual Stripe publishable key. Also, update the getElementById() calls with the appropriate HTML element IDs for your payment form fields.

  6. Handle payment submission: In the code above, you'll notice two placeholder comments, one for handling errors and another for processing successful payments. You can use JavaScript to handle these cases, either by showing error messages or redirecting the user to a success page.

  7. Test the integration: Publish your Webflow site and test the payment form with a test card provided by Stripe. You can find the test card numbers and other details in the Stripe documentation.

That's it! You should now have a fully functional payment form integrated with Stripe on your Webflow site. Remember to switch to your live Stripe API keys when you're ready to start accepting real payments.

Additional Questions

  1. How can I customize the appearance of the Stripe payment form in my Webflow site?
  2. Are there any Webflow templates specifically designed for integrating Stripe payments?
  3. What are the transaction fees associated with using Stripe in Webflow?