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Everything You Should Know About Plug-Ins

Plugins are the behind-the-scenes heroes of seamless eCommerce. If you're a merchant in the Caribbean or Central America looking to accept online payments, understanding how plugins work and how easy they can make your life, is essential. 

What Is a Payment Plugin? 

A payment plugin is a pre-built integration tool that connects your online store to a payment gateway. It’s what enables your website to securely process credit and debit card transactions without building custom infrastructure from scratch. 

Think of it as a "bridge" between your shopping cart and your payment processor. And with Powertranz, that bridge is fast, reliable, and secure. 

Why Use a Plugin? 

  •  No Development Work Needed 
    With the right plugin, there’s no need to hire a developer or code from scratch. Just install, configure with your Powertranz credentials, and you’re ready to start accepting payments. 

 

  • Works With the Shopping Carts You Already Use 
    Whether your website is built on Shopify, WooCommerce, Wix or others Powertranz has plugin partners that support them all. 

 

  • Security and Compliance Built-In 
    Plugins provided via Powertranz are built to comply with indsutry standards and include powerful fraud prevention features like 3DS2 authentication and integration with Kount. 

 

  • Multicurrency Support 
    Our plugins support multiple currencies, so you can accept payments from customers around the world, while still working with your local bank. 

 

How to Get Started 

  1. Choose Your Platform: Confirm what your site is built on: Shopify? WordPress? Custom? 
  2. Pick Your Plugin: Contact one of Powertranz’s approved plugin providers. 
  3. Configure Your Credentials: Add your Powertranz MID and TID securely. 
  4. Start Accepting Payments. Simple, secure, and compliant.
 

What If You Don’t Use a Shopping Cart? 

No problem. Powertranz can also integrate directly into custom-built websites or platforms using our robust APIs and developer documentation. 

Plugins make it easy for businesses of all sizes to access global eCommerce capabilities with local support. Whether you’re running a side hustle or a full-scale online store, plugins offer the flexibility, security, and speed you need to grow. 

Visit https://powertranz.com/payment-gateway/shopping-carts to explore our plugin options and get started. 

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