Installing and Configuring the Global Payments WooCommerce Plugin for WordPress

In this guide, we’ll walk through the steps for installing and configuring the Global Payments plugin for WooCommerce on a WordPress site. This plugin enables your customers to securely complete purchases, providing a smooth, integrated experience for both you and your users.

The Global Payments WooCommerce plugin for WordPress seamlessly integrates Heartland Payment Systems with WooCommerce, allowing you to securely process credit card transactions on a WordPress online store.

Utilizing our JavaScript card tokenization, the plugin enhances security and simplifies PCI compliance, making it a convenient option if you run an ecommerce store on WordPress. Key features include a straightforward setup with public and secret API keys, support for tokenized payments to reduce PCI scope and an option for customers to save credit card information.

Benefits of the Global Payments WooCommerce plugin

This plugin is ideal for businesses looking to streamline and secure their payment processing. Key benefits include:

• Enhanced security: Our card tokenization replaces sensitive payment details with a token, minimizing PCI scope and keeping customer data secure.
• Seamless integration: The plugin integrates directly with WooCommerce, making it simple for businesses to manage payment options within their existing WordPress dashboard.
• Faster checkout: Customers can save payment information for future purchases, helping reduce cart abandonment and enhancing customer satisfaction.
• Customizable and flexible: The plugin supports various configurations, allowing you to tailor the payment experience based on business needs, such as enabling or disabling specific payment options.
• Real-time authorization and reporting: You can view transactions in real time, providing insight into payment activity and aiding in financial tracking.
• Support for multiple payment methods: The plugin accepts all major credit and debit cards, expanding customer payment options and potentially boosting sales.

System requirements

Before installing the WooCommerce plugin for WordPress, ensure your system meets the following requirements:

• WordPress version: 5.0 or higher
• WooCommerce version: 3.0 or higher
• PHP version: 7.0 or higher (PHP 8.0 recommended for best performance)
• SSL certificate: Required for secure payment processing

These requirements ensure compatibility and secure operation of the Global Payments plugin, creating a smooth checkout experience for your customers.

Download and installation URL:

• Global Payments WooCommerce plugin

Step-by-step installation guide

Login and install

1. Log in to your WordPress dashboard.

   

2. Go to Plugins and select Add New.

   

3. In the search bar, type “Heartland” and select Global Payments WooCommerce

   

4. Click Install and then Activate.

   

   

By following these steps, the plugin will be added to your WooCommerce setup, ready to be configured.

Configure

Now that the plugin is installed, configure it to accept payments:

1. Go to WooCommerce > Settings, and then click on the Payments tab.

   

2. Scroll to find Heartland and select Finish Setup.

   

3. Enable the payment option by toggling on it, and enter your public and secret API keys. These keys securely authenticate your plugin to process payments through Heartland.

   

4. Scroll down and click Save Changes to apply your settings.

   

These steps ensure the plugin is ready to securely process transactions on your site.

Verify

To ensure the payment option is functional, go to your storefront, add an item to your cart and proceed to Checkout. Confirm that the Heartland payment method appears as an available option. If it’s visible and operational, your setup is complete.

With the Global Payments WooCommerce plugin up and running, your ecommerce store can now offer a secure and reliable payment experience to your customers. If you have questions about our easy-to-install plugin, or need further assistance, please contact us.