Bookingbird integrates seamlessly with Stripe, a leading online payment processor, to provide secure and flexible payment solutions. Stripe Connect further enables businesses to manage transactions across multiple sellers or service providers, automating payouts and revenue distribution.
Why Use Stripe & Stripe Connect?
Accept Credit & Debit Cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and more.
Enable Apple Pay & Google Pay: Faster, more secure checkouts.
Automate Payouts: Directly transfer earnings to your bank account.
Fraud Protection & Compliance: Stripe ensures secure transactions with built-in fraud detection and PSD2/SCA compliance.
How to Set Up Stripe in Bookingbird
Step 1: Create a Stripe Account
Visit stripe.com and sign up for an account.
Complete the business verification process by providing:
Business details (name, type, tax ID if applicable)
Bank account information for payouts
Contact details for account management
Step 2: Connect Stripe to Bookingbird
Log in to your Bookingbird dashboard.
Navigate to Settings > Payments.
Click “Connect”.
You will be redirected to Stripe to log in and authorize Bookingbird.
After approval, you’ll be redirected back, and Stripe payments will be enabled.
Setting Up Stripe Connect in bookigbird
Step 1: Enable Stripe Connect in Bookingbird
Navigate to Settings > Payments.
Select Enable Stripe Connect.
Follow the instructions to configure payouts and platform fees.
Step 2: Onboard Vendors & Service Providers
Vendors must create or link an existing Stripe account.
Each vendor sets up their payout details directly in Stripe.
The platform owner (you) defines revenue-sharing rules and fees.
Step 3: Automate Payouts
Stripe Connect allows automatic revenue distribution.
You can set platform commission rates and let Stripe handle payouts to vendors.
Transaction Fee Configuration
In the Payment settings, you can decide whether the transaction fees are passed on to the buyer or absorbed by your business. This setting ensures you have flexibility in managing costs associated with each payment transaction.
Best Practices for Stripe & Stripe Connect
Verify all vendor accounts to prevent payout delays.
Set up automated payouts to reduce manual processing time.
Enable 3D Secure (SCA compliance) for additional payment security.
Monitor chargebacks and disputes to avoid unnecessary fees.
Need Help?
If you need assistance with Stripe or Stripe Connect setup, our support team is happy to guide you!