Hosted Checkout

Hosted Checkout refers to a payment page that is hosted by the payment processor (e.g., Stripe) rather than on the merchant’s own website. This shifts the security burden of handling sensitive card data to the processor and ensures a mobile-optimized, PCI-compliant payment experience for the customer.

FAQs:

• Can I customize the hosted checkout page?
  Yes, you can typically add your logo, brand colors, and return policies to make it look like part of your business.
• Is hosted checkout safer than a custom form?
  Generally yes, because the card data never touches your server, simplifying PCI compliance significantly.
• Does Charge for Stripe use hosted checkout?
  When sending a “Payment Request” or link, the customer is directed to a hosted checkout page to complete the payment.

Related Terms:

• Stripe Checkout
• Payment Link
• PCI Compliance
• Payment Gateway