Who is GoCardless?
GoCardless is a global leader in recurring payments, specializing in direct debit solutions for businesses. Instead of using card networks like Visa or Mastercard, GoCardless enables merchants to collect payments directly from their customers’ bank accounts. This method is ideal for subscription-based businesses or any model that requires regular, automated payments.
Why Choose GoCardless Over Card Payments?
- Lower transaction fees: Direct debit transactions generally have lower fees compared to card payments.
- Reduced failed payments: With GoCardless, payments are directly debited from customer accounts, which reduces the risk of failed transactions due to expired or blocked cards.
- Better for subscriptions: GoCardless is designed for recurring payments, making it a perfect choice for subscription-based e-commerce businesses.
Benefits of Using GoCardless
Automated Payments: GoCardless handles everything from setting up recurring payments to processing them, reducing manual effort.
Global Reach: It supports various payment processors and currencies, allowing businesses to accept payments globally.
Seamless Integration: With its Shopify integration, GoCardless can be added easily, ensuring smooth functionality.
How to Open a GoCardless Merchant Account
- Visit the GoCardless website.
- Sign up by providing your business details.
- Verify your account through email and connect your bank account.
- Configure your account settings, including setting up your preferred currency and payment methods.
Subscription E-commerce Business Model
Many online stores today operate on a subscription basis, whether it’s for digital products, meal kits, or beauty boxes. The subscription model provides a steady income stream, making it essential to have a reliable payment gateway. GoCardless excels in handling recurring payments with its direct debit system, ensuring customers are billed on time without manual intervention.
SEPA (Europe)
BACS (UK)
Supported countries: United Kingdom, Currency: GBP
ACH (USA)
BECS (Australia)
Autogiro (Sweden)
Betalingsservice (Denmark)
EFT (Canada)
How to Integrate GoCardless with Shopify
CartDNA, a trusted Shopify partner, has developed an official GoCardless direct debit app for Shopify. This app is fully approved by Shopify and integrates seamlessly into Shopify’s checkout process.
Integration Process with CartDNA GoCardless App:
Other Integration Options
While there are alternative GoCardless integrations available, it’s important to note that these are not officially approved by Shopify. As a result, they may not work seamlessly with Shopify’s ecosystem or with Shopify-approved apps. For the best results, use the native GoCardless app developed by CartDNA.
”GoCardless is a highly efficient solution for businesses looking to manage recurring payments, especially for subscription-based e-commerce stores. With CartDNA’s official Shopify GoCardless app, integration is quick and easy, allowing merchants to collect payments smoothly while enjoying lower transaction fees and fewer payment failures. For those considering alternative integrations, keep in mind that only Shopify-approved apps, such as CartDNA’s, guarantee seamless functionality within the Shopify ecosystem.
