How to integrate Apple Pay on systeme.io via Stripe

éIn this article, we guide you step by step on how to set up Apple Pay on your systeme.io account using the Stripe payment gateway integration.

What you need:

• A systeme.io account
• A Stripe account
• A custom domain

1. Connect Stripe to systeme.io

If you haven't connected Stripe to your systeme.io account yet, follow the steps outlined in the article How to connect your Stripe account to systeme.io.

2.  Ensure that Apple Pay is enabled for your domains

Once your Stripe account is connected to systeme.io, the domains associated with your account will be automatically added to Apple Pay and validated by our system.

Simply click on Show connected domains to display the domains that are automatically configured with Apple Pay.

Thus, the list of available domains will automatically appear for purchases through Apple Pay, as shown below:

3. You can add new domains for Apple Pay if you wish

If you want to add a new domain for Apple Pay after connecting Stripe, you can do so manually:

a. Add a new domain to your list of custom domains in systeme.io. Click here to follow the usual process for connecting a domain on systeme.io.

b. After your domain is validated, go to the Stripe payment gateway, then click on Apple Pay.

c. Enter your domain in the popup window that will appear, then click on Save to confirm the addition of the new domain for Apple Pay.

With these simple steps, you can now accept Apple Pay payments via systeme.io. All connected domains will be ready to process payments with Apple Pay, providing a smooth and convenient experience for your customers.

Note: When a customer clicks to pay with Apple Pay, the available contact and delivery details (such as name, email, phone number, and address) from Apple Pay are automatically applied to your order form. This auto-filled data takes priority and will overwrite any information the customer may have manually typed into the fields, ensuring a faster and error-free checkout experience.

4. Limits and restrictions when using Apple Pay

Despite its popularity, Apple Pay has certain limitations that are important to know before integrating or using it. Here are the main restrictions to keep in mind:

a. Limited compatibility with browsers

One of the main limitations of Apple Pay concerns web browsers. On Mac computers, Apple Pay only works with the Safari browser. This means that if you try to use Apple Pay via other browsers like Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge on a Mac, you will not be able to complete your transactions.

For an optimal experience with Apple Pay, users must ensure they are using Safari. Moreover, regarding integrations on platforms like Stripe, here is a complete list of browsers supported by Apple Pay.

b. Unsupported countries

While Apple Pay is available in many countries, some markets are still unsupported. For example, India and Thailand are not yet among the countries where Apple Pay is available, which can pose a problem for users or merchants in those regions.

It is recommended to regularly check the list of countries supporting Apple Pay to verify if your country or that of your customers is supported.

c. Device compatibility

Apple Pay is designed to work on certain specific Apple devices, such as iPhones, iPads, Apple Watch, and certain models of Mac. It is important to check that your device is compatible with Apple Pay before attempting to use it. Older Apple devices, or those whose operating systems are not updated, may not be compatible with this feature.

d. Restrictions based on payment methods

Apple Pay works with credit and debit cards issued by partner banks in supported countries. However, some banks or card issuers may not be compatible with Apple Pay, even in regions where the service is active.

5. Supported currencies and payment rules

Before receiving payments, ensure your funnels and products are set up using one of the supported currencies for this gateway.

• Supported buyers: Worldwide (on supported Apple devices/wallets).
• Recurring payments (subscriptions): Yes (processed via saved card).
• Supported currencies: AED, ALL, ARS, AUD, BRL, CAD, CHF, CLP, CNY, COP, CZK, DKK, EGP, EUR, GBP, HKD, HUF, IDR, ILS, INR, JPY, LKR, MAD, MXN, MYR, NGN, NOK, NZD, PEN, PHP, PLN, RON, RSD, RUB, SAR, SEK, SGD, THB, TRY, TWD, UAH, USD, VND, XAF, XOF, and ZAR.
• Merchant restrictions: Blocked in India. If your Stripe merchant account is registered in India (IN), you cannot offer Apple Pay to your customers.

Note: Generally speaking, while Apple Pay is a fast and secure payment solution, it has certain important limitations to be aware of, particularly concerning supported browsers, geographical availability, and device compatibility. Therefore, it's crucial to stay informed of the latest updates and specific restrictions to avoid any frustration during its use.