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

# Stripe

> Connect Stripe to a Gamecart store

Gamecart charges the buyer with your Stripe secret key. After you save the key, Gamecart creates the webhook endpoint on your Stripe account. You do not paste a webhook secret.

## Before you begin

You need a Stripe account and a Gamecart store. Use a test secret key while you try the integration, and a live secret key when you are ready to take real payments.

## Get the secret key

1. Open the [Stripe Dashboard](https://dashboard.stripe.com).
2. Go to **Developers > API keys**.
3. Copy the **Secret key**. It starts with `sk_test_` or `sk_live_`.

Do not use the publishable key (`pk_`).

## Add it in Gamecart

1. In the dashboard, open **Settings > Gateways**.
2. Keep **Country** on **Global**.
3. Click **Configure** on Stripe.
4. Paste the secret key.
5. Save, then enable Stripe when you are ready for checkout.

If you later replace the secret key, Gamecart provisions a new webhook for the new key.