This guide will walk you through the steps to install and activate the Tap Payment Gateway plugin on your WooCommerce store. No technical knowledge is required—just follow the instructions carefully!

Step 1: Download the Tap Payment Gateway Plugin

  1. Get the Plugin: You should have the Tap Payment Gateway plugin file, typically in a .zip format. If you haven’t received it, please request the file from the developer or support team.
  2. Save the File: Save the .zip file to your computer. Remember where you saved it, as you’ll need to find it later.

Step 2: Access Your WordPress Dashboard

  1. Log In: Open your web browser and go to your website’s admin URL, which usually looks like this: www.yourwebsite.com/wp-admin.
  2. Enter Your Credentials: Log in using your WordPress username and password.

Step 3: Install the Plugin

  1. Go to the Plugins Section: Once logged in, look at the left-hand menu and click on “Plugins”. Then, click on “Add New” at the top of the page.
  2. Upload the Plugin:
    • Click on the “Upload Plugin” button at the top.
    • Click “Choose File” and navigate to where you saved the Tap Payment Gateway plugin .zip file.
    • Select the file and click “Open”.
  3. Install the Plugin:
    • After selecting the file, click on “Install Now”.
    • Wait a few moments while WordPress uploads and installs the plugin.

Step 4: Activate the Plugin

  1. Activate: Once the installation is complete, you will see an “Activate Plugin” button. Click on it to activate the Tap Payment Gateway plugin.
  2. Confirmation: You’ll be redirected to your list of installed plugins, and you should see a confirmation message indicating that the plugin is active.

Step 5: Configure the Tap Payment Gateway in WooCommerce

  1. Access WooCommerce Settings:
    • In the left-hand menu, hover over “WooCommerce” and click on “Settings”.
  2. Go to the Payments Tab:
    • Click on the “Payments” tab at the top of the page.
    • You should see a list of available payment methods. Look for “Tap Payment” in the list.
  3. Enable Tap Payment Gateway:
    • Click the toggle switch next to “Tap Payment” to enable it.
  4. Configure the Payment Gateway:
    • Click on “Manage” or “Set up” next to Tap Payment Gateway.
    • Enter the required information, such as your Private Key and Publishable Key, and any other settings.
    • Save your settings by clicking “Save Changes”.

Step 6: Test the Payment Gateway

  1. Test the Checkout Process: It’s essential to test that everything is working correctly. Visit your online store as a customer would and go through the checkout process to ensure that the Tap Payment Gateway is functioning properly.
  2. Check for Issues: If anything doesn’t work as expected, double-check your settings in the WooCommerce Payments section, or contact support for assistance.