Introduction
A Gateway facilitates the transfer of financial information, such as payment details, to the payment processor. Once the payment details are conveyed, the payment processor takes over by handling the actual transaction. This process involves transferring the specified funds from the congregant's account into your organization's bank account. The Gateway ensures the payment data is delivered safely and efficiently, while the processor completes the financial transaction, ensuring a smooth transfer of funds.
Audience
Gateways are primarily used by accounting and financial teams, but should also be accessible to the executive team.
Use Cases
Gateways can be used to:
- Online Donation Processing.
- Event Registration Payments.
- Recurring Membership Dues.
- Mobile Payments for Onsite Events,
Before You Begin
Congregations using Gateways through Shulware Integrated Payments (SIP) will need to fill out the Merchant Application that is located under the extras in the navigation. Refer to Merchant Application & Gateway (Reference) for more information. Competitive monthly fees will be included on the Merchant Application.
Topics
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Gateway fees
Anyone using Shulware Integrated Payments (SIP) is charged with fees. Some congregations choose to pass along these fees to their members and donors to cover their cost. Online payment fee options provide flexibility and control by allowing shuls and organizations to manage transaction costs, customize payment processes, and adapt charge type gateway fee overrides for specific needs, ultimately enhancing financial efficiency. Refer to related articles to learn more about our fee options.
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Gateway Settings
Once the Merchant Application is submitted, the system will automatically create a Gateway for the site. Administrators must complete the Gateway setup to enable full payment processing capabilities.
Related Resources
- Merchant Application & Gateway (Reference)
- Gateway Settings (Video)
- Online Payments: Settlement Files (Reference)
- High-Dollar Online Payments Approval (Shulware Integrated Payments Only)
- Mandatory Fee Effects – Gateway
- Mandatory Fee Effects – Settings & Charge Types
- Online Payment Fees (Overview)
- Online Payment Fee on Charge Type (Topic Outline)
- Online Payment Fee Settings (Topic Outline)
- Online Payment Fee Settings (Reference)
- Online Payment Gateway Fee Options (Reference)
- Edit Charge Types (How To)
- Add New Charge Types (How To)