Quick facts
Overview
Stripe is a leading payment processing platform that lets businesses accept payments globally. Useful for collecting payments from your own customers, complementing supplier payment tools.
Key features: Global coverage; Developer-friendly and E-commerce integration.
When to use Stripe
Stripe makes sense if you receiving customer payments, e-commerce. It's a common pick in the Payment & Finance category for importers who need this kind of capability.
Pricing explained
2.9% + fee per transaction. For most importers, total cost depends on volume, service level and how much you negotiate. If you're comparing Stripe against alternatives, request quotes from all of them and compare on equivalent scope — not just list price.
Pros
- Global coverage
- Developer-friendly
- E-commerce integration
Cons
- Transaction fees
- Not for sending supplier payments
Frequently asked questions
How much does Stripe cost?
2.9% + fee per transaction
What is Stripe best for?
Receiving customer payments, e-commerce
Does Stripe have an affiliate program?
As of our last check, Stripe does not appear to offer a public affiliate or referral program. You can still link out to the tool from your site, but no commission is tracked.
What are the main advantages of Stripe?
Global coverage; Developer-friendly; E-commerce integration.
How do I get started with Stripe?
Visit stripe.com and create an account. Most importers complete setup in under an hour. If the service requires a quote, expect a sales response within one business day.
Alternatives in Payment & Finance
If Stripe isn't the right fit, these cover similar needs.