Prerequisites

Before you start using Clearent’s Merchant Onboarding API, ensure you meet the following prerequisites.

Required Information

To begin the onboarding process with Clearent's API, merchants need two key elements:

  • Secret Access Key: A unique key provided by Clearent to securely authenticate API requests.

  • Unique Merchant Identifier (MID): The ID associated with the merchant application, unique for each merchant and environment.

Available Environments

Clearent offers two distinct environments to support merchant onboarding:

  • Sandbox: A secure testing environment for development and integration before going live.

  • Production: The live environment for processing real-world transactions once the merchant has successfully completed the onboarding process.

For more information, refer to the following article:

Key Features

Clearent's Onoarding API empowers merchants with programmatic control over the entire onboarding journey. Its key features include:

  • Secure Access: All API requests are authenticated using the Secret Access Key and MID, ensuring robust security throughout the onboarding process.

  • Multiple Endpoints: Dedicated endpoints are available for each stage of the onboarding process, enabling precise control over the data provided and allowing merchants to tailor their onboarding experience to specific needs.

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