GiveWP Square Gateway GPL v3.0.1

GiveWP Square Gateway Addon GPL Overview

The GiveWP Square Gateway Addon allows you to seamlessly accept online donations through Square, a popular payment gateway known for its simplicity and security. With this addon, you can offer your donors an easy, secure, and fast donation experience while benefiting from Square’s fraud detection, end-to-end encryption, and fast deposits.

Key Features of the GiveWP Square Gateway Addon

1. Seamless Integration with Square
   • Easy Setup: If you’re already using Square to accept in-person donations, you can quickly set up Square for online donations without needing a new account or complicated integration process.
   • No Monthly Fees: Square charges a simple transaction fee of 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction with no monthly fees, making it a cost-effective solution for nonprofits.
2. Secure Payment Processing
   • End-to-End Encryption: From the moment a donor enters their credit card details, the data is encrypted until it reaches Square’s secure processing environment. This ensures sensitive donor information never touches your server.
   • Fraud Detection: Square uses advanced machine learning to analyze payments, helping to detect and prevent fraud, providing a higher level of security for your donations.
3. Fast Deposits
   • Next-Day Deposits: Square processes payments quickly, with deposits typically arriving as soon as the next business day. For an additional fee, you can also opt for instant or scheduled same-day deposits.
   • Real-Time Updates: Keep track of your funds with real-time updates about donations, ensuring you are always aware of your incoming funds.
4. Refunds Through GiveWP
   • Convenient Refunds: Process refunds directly from the GiveWP dashboard. Simply update the payment status to “Refunded,” and Square will handle the refund via the Square API, making the process quick and hassle-free.
5. Smooth Donor Experience
   • On-Site Payment Entry: Donors can enter their credit card details directly on your donation form, without being redirected to another site. This leads to a smoother and more secure donation experience, improving donor satisfaction and increasing conversion rates.

Why Use Square for Online Donations?

• Familiarity: If you’re already using Square for in-person donations, integrating it for online donations is a natural and easy step, saving you time and effort.
• Simplicity: Square’s straightforward pricing model and user-friendly interface make it a great choice for nonprofits of all sizes.
• Security: Square’s robust fraud detection and encryption protocols ensure that your donors’ sensitive information is always protected.

Requirements for Using the GiveWP Square Gateway Addon

• Square Account: You need a valid Square account to use this addon.
• SSL Certificate: Your site must be configured to HTTPS with an SSL certificate to ensure secure transactions.
• Give Square Partner App: Connect your Square account to the GiveWP Square partner app to process transactions securely.

Conclusion

The GiveWP Square Gateway Addon is an excellent solution for nonprofits looking to accept online donations securely and efficiently. With Square’s simple integration, fast deposits, fraud protection, and seamless donor experience, this addon makes it easier than ever to manage and grow your donations.

Start accepting donations through Square today and provide your donors with a smooth, secure giving experience!