Connecting Your Stripe Account

Before You Start

Have these items ready:

✓ Business information

• Legal business name

• Business address

• Tax ID or social security number

• Business type (sole proprietor, LLC, etc.)

✓ Bank account details

• Bank name

• Account number

• Routing number

✓ Personal identification

• Your date of birth

• Your phone number

• Your home address

✍️ TIP: If you're a sole proprietor just starting out, you can use your personal information and SSN. You don't need a formal business structure to get started.

Accessing Stripe Connection

There are several ways to connect Stripe:

From Guided Setup

1. Navigate to your Guided Setup page

2. Click on Connect your Stripe account (Step 1)

3. Read the modal explanation

4. Click Continue or Get Started

From Payouts Page

1. Click Payouts in the main navigation

2. You'll see a Connect Stripe Account button

3. Click the button to begin

From Banners

You'll also see connection prompts on:

• Services page

• Customers page

• When trying to publish a service

Simply click any Connect Stripe button to begin.

The Connection Process

Step 1: Redirect to Stripe

1. Click Connect Stripe Account

2. ServiceSubscriber redirects you to Stripe's secure platform

3. You'll see Stripe's onboarding interface

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Don't close the browser window during this process. ServiceSubscriber needs to redirect you back after completion.

Step 2: Create or Log In to Stripe

If you're new to Stripe:

• Click Create an account

• Enter your email address

• Create a secure password

• Verify your email

If you have a Stripe account:

• Click Sign in

• Enter your Stripe login credentials

• Select the account to connect

✍️ TIP: Use an email address you check regularly. Stripe sends important notifications about payments, payouts, and account updates.

Step 3: Complete Business Information

Stripe will ask for details about your business:

Business Details:

1. Legal business name

2. Business type (individual, company, etc.)

3. Business address

4. Industry/business category

5. Website (optional)

Personal Information:

1. Your legal name

2. Date of birth

3. Home address

4. Phone number

5. Tax ID or SSN

✅ BEST PRACTICE: Enter information exactly as it appears on official documents. Discrepancies can delay verification and payouts.

Step 4: Add Your Bank Account

This is where Stripe will deposit your money:

1. Select your Country

2. Choose your Currency

3. Enter Account holder name

4. Enter Routing number (US) or equivalent

5. Enter Account number

6. Confirm the details

✍️ TIP: Double-check your bank account number. An incorrect number means delayed payouts and potential fees to correct.

Step 5: Verify Your Identity

Stripe may ask for additional verification:

Common requirements:

• Photo ID (driver's license, passport)

• Business documentation (if applicable)

• Additional address verification

Why verification matters:

• Prevents fraud

• Ensures secure payouts

• Complies with financial regulations

• Protects your business

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Complete all verification steps promptly. Incomplete verification can delay your ability to receive payouts.

Step 6: Review and Submit

Before submitting:

1. Review all information for accuracy

2. Read Stripe's terms of service

3. Accept the Stripe Connected Account Agreement

4. Click Submit or Finish

Step 7: Redirect Back to ServiceSubscriber

After completion:

1. Stripe automatically redirects you back to ServiceSubscriber

2. You'll see a success message

3. Your dashboard shows "Connected" status

✨ Success! Your Stripe account is now connected and ready to process payments.