> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.simpletix.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Step 3: Connect your Payment Processor

> A short guide to help you link and manage your payment processor on SimpleTix, including country availability and setup steps.

In SimpleTix, you can accept credit card payments through **Square**, **Stripe**, **Authorize.net**, or **PayPal**. Below is a quick overview on which processors are available per country and how to connect them. For more detailed info and troubleshooting tips, see our [Payment Processor Guide](/docs/billing-and-fees/managing-payment-processors-on-simpletix).

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## 1. Processor Availability by Region

| Country            | Square                                   | Stripe (Fees Deducted from Transaction)  | Authorize.net                  | PayPal                                   |
| ------------------ | ---------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------- | ------------------------------ | ---------------------------------------- |
| **United States**  | **Fees deducted at time of transaction** | **Fees deducted at time of transaction** | **Monthly settlement of fees** | **Fees deducted at time of transaction** |
| **Canada**         | **Monthly settlement of fees**           | **Fees deducted at time of transaction** | Not available                  | **Fees deducted at time of transaction** |
| **United Kingdom** | **Monthly settlement of fees**           | **Fees deducted at time of transaction** | Not available                  | **Fees deducted at time of transaction** |
| **Australia**      | **Monthly settlement of fees**           | **Fees deducted at time of transaction** | Not available                  | **Fees deducted at time of transaction** |
| **Europe**         | Not available                            | **Fees deducted at time of transaction** | Not available                  | **Fees deducted at time of transaction** |
| **Globally**       | Not available                            | **Fees deducted at time of transaction** | Not available                  | **Fees deducted at time of transaction** |

## Payment methods accepted by each payment processor

| Payment Method    | Square   | Stripe                   | Auth.net | PayPal           |
| ----------------- | -------- | ------------------------ | -------- | ---------------- |
| Credit Card       | ✅        | ✅                        | ✅        | ✅                |
| Apple Pay         | ✅        | ✅                        | ❌        | ❌                |
| Buy Now Pay Later | Afterpay | Affirm, Afterpay, Klarna | ❌        | PayPal Pay Later |
| Cash App          | ✅        | ✅                        | ❌        | ❌                |
| PayPal            | ❌        | ✅                        | ❌        | ✅                |
| Venmo             | ❌        | ❌                        | ❌        | ✅                |
| ACH               | ❌        | ✅                        | ❌        | ❌                |
| Link              | ❌        | ✅                        | ❌        | ❌                |
| Crypto            | ❌        | ✅                        | ❌        | ❌                |

**Important**: For Square in Canada, the UK, and Australia, and Auth.net fees are settled **monthly**. Even if you pass these fees on to your buyer, the full ticket amount + fees initially goes to your bank account. At the end of each month, SimpleTix charges your credit card for those accumulated fees.

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## 2. Setting Up Your Processor

1. **Log In**\
   Go to [manager.simpletix.com](https://manager.simpletix.com) and sign in with your credentials.

2. **Go to Settings → Store**
   * In the top menu, click **Settings**.
   * In the left-hand panel, select **Store** (or use [this direct link](https://manager.simpletix.com/general/store)).

3. **Choose & Connect**
   * Pick your desired processor (Square, Stripe, Authorize.net, or PayPal, depending on availability).
   * Follow the prompts to log in or create an account with that processor.

4. **Verify & Test**
   * Ensure your account is verified with the processor.
   * Test a small transaction to confirm everything works smoothly.

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## 3. Square’s Special Offer (US Only)

If you don’t have a payment processor yet and you’re located in the **United States**, Square is offering **\$2,000 of free processing** for new accounts. Sign up at this [link](https://squareup.com/t/cmtp_performance/subcmtp_net_new/pr_partner_marketing/d_partnerships/p_simpletix/l_us/lang_en?route=i/EA7124058E).

* **Make sure to fully verify your identity in Square and add a bank account to receive payments. Square will not let you process payments on SimpleTix until this is done**

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## 4. Key Notes

* **In-Transaction vs. Monthly Fees**
  * Using **Stripe**, **PayPal**, or **Square (US only)** means transaction fees are deducted immediately. You will not need to have a credit card on the account (except for the special case of cash tickets and Square Gift cards).
  * Using **Square** in Canada, the UK, or Australia requires you to settle fees at the end of each month.
* **Taxes & Payouts**
  * SimpleTix doesn’t hold funds or handle tax forms. Your payment processor manages these details.
  * **All ticket revenue goes directly to your processor account — SimpleTix never touches your money.**
  * There’s no need to provide SimpleTix with an EIN or bank account info; those details go to the processor.
* **Need More Help?**
  * For advanced troubleshooting, switching accounts, or deeper fee details, see our [Payment Processor Guide](/docs/billing-and-fees/managing-payment-processors-on-simpletix).

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You’re ready to start collecting payments! Your last step is to take your event "Live" so customers can see it