Payment Gateway APIs

Learn about payment gateways.

Introduction to payment gateways

Most of the world’s enterprises are now online. There’s a constant demand to increase online transactions. These transactions help users in many ways: shopping online, subscribing to a service, or making a charitable donation, to name a few. Therefore, the ease and security of online payments are critical.

Payment gateways play an essential part in this scenario because they provide the necessary infrastructure for safe and seamless online transactions. The importance and applicability of payment gateways in web development will be explored in this lesson.

Applications of payment gateways

  • Donations: Nonprofit organizations and crowdfunding platforms rely on payment gateways to collect donations and contributions securely. This enables them to support their missions and initiatives effectively.

  • Booking and reservations: Travel agencies, hotels, ...