> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.verifone.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.verifone.com/online-payments/online-payments-getting-started.md).

# Online Payments Getting Started

Start processing payments with Verifone’s streamlined eCommerce solution for fast, seamless transactions and a better customer shopping experience.

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## Get Access to Verifone Central

<a href="/spaces/dzivQyj8aHN5Kvmx8apX/pages/xmWP1qzp56yyvS5tol7c" class="button primary" data-icon="file-user">Create a Verifone Central Account</a>

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### API Keys

<table data-header-hidden><thead><tr><th width="390.20703125" valign="top"></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td valign="top">With API Key authentication, Verifone helps merchants maintain strong and efficient long‑term integrations.<br><a href="/pages/p8mnNem5zUF0ZaFIDn0p" class="button primary" data-icon="gear-code">Learn About API Authentication</a></td><td><img src="/files/vt8XICP3XjIqU8ALJKRj" alt=""></td></tr></tbody></table>
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### Test & Production Environments

<table data-header-hidden><thead><tr><th width="389.671875" valign="top"></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td valign="top">Connect your systems smoothly, with clear URLs for every environment.<br><a href="/pages/7UXajXpQHSfbD0UuxCPc" class="button primary" data-icon="gears">Learn about Integration Methods</a></td><td><img src="/files/jr9cxXRgCDqg2gxNTuZj" alt=""></td></tr></tbody></table>
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### Checkout via Redirect or Embed

<table data-header-hidden><thead><tr><th width="390.078125" valign="top"></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td valign="top">Checkout can be used in several different ways to start accepting payments.<br><a href="/pages/fTDtUb5buRESdZuwO60x" class="button primary" data-icon="cash-register">Configure Checkout Solutions</a></td><td><img src="/files/D1w4FfS9FmLsEuNZE60p" alt=""></td></tr></tbody></table>
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### Checkout via Payment Links

<table data-header-hidden><thead><tr><th width="389.9296875" valign="top"></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td valign="top">Make embedding payments easier with a no-code option that’s also a branded experience.<br><a href="/pages/EXebUqj2acAfNBIFpoLr" class="button primary" data-icon="link">Generate Dedicated Payment Links</a></td><td><img src="/files/xXRzd7EMdiLT9aehmx51" alt=""></td></tr></tbody></table>
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### Accept Payments via Virtual Terminal

<table data-header-hidden><thead><tr><th width="389.7734375" valign="top"></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td valign="top">Handle MOTO transactions with ease - accept card-not-present payments via email or phone.<br><a href="/pages/EXebUqj2acAfNBIFpoLr" class="button primary" data-icon="cash-register">Configure Virtual Terminal Payments</a></td><td><img src="/files/f0MXi2MBK2evHVDfoTli" alt=""></td></tr></tbody></table>
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### Automate Integrations via Verifone eCommerce API

<table data-header-hidden><thead><tr><th width="390.3203125" valign="top"></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td valign="top">Control the user experience and the entire online payment process with the Verifone API.<br><a href="/spaces/OiXbo96Og9EN7rz2U44K/pages/OnU159hHWJkJp14gc6AP" class="button primary" data-icon="gear-code">Refer to the eCommerce API</a><a href="/spaces/OiXbo96Og9EN7rz2U44K/pages/pliX07ERn33Jcm7bk4dl" class="button secondary" data-icon="code">API Reference</a></td><td><img src="/files/5FG03AdmQWyCipjrIFF4" alt=""></td></tr></tbody></table>
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### Explore Mobile SDK

<table data-header-hidden><thead><tr><th width="389.75" valign="top"></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td valign="top">Encrypt and validate card payments, handle 3D Secure verification, and interact with Alternative Payment Methods (APMs), all through Verifone Mobile SDKs.<br><a href="/spaces/OiXbo96Og9EN7rz2U44K/pages/OnU159hHWJkJp14gc6AP" class="button primary" data-icon="mobile-arrow-down">Use Mobile SDKs</a></td><td><img src="/files/M9t3kISef3iJK6YCkp1P" alt=""></td></tr></tbody></table>
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