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Paysafecard for Shopify merchants targeting Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more

Increase Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more checkout conversion with Paysafecard

Paysafecard provides a secure payment method with no chargeback risk, ideal for merchants looking to expand in cash-preferred markets.

Built for stronger local trust and smoother checkout in Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more.

As a cash-based payment method, Paysafecard is integrated via processor and uses a redirect authentication method. It is particularly well-suited for low-risk industries like retail and travel.

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Paysafecard payment method guide for Shopify merchants targeting AT and AU and BE

Trusted Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more Payment Method

Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more focusLocal favouriteHigh conversion in Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more

Payment Method Details

Market Fit

Primary marketAustria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more
Consumer currency-
Merchant availabilityAustria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more

Capabilities

Refund supportSupports full, multiple, and partial refunds.
Recurring supportNot supported
Settlement currencyAUD, CAD, CHF, EUR, GBP, NOK, PLN, RON, SEK, USD

Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more focus

Strong local relevance for merchants targeting Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more.

Payment assurance

Includes payment assurance to help protect merchants at checkout.

Redirect authentication

Uses a redirect flow to complete the customer payment step.

Cash Based positioning

Cash Based with strong domestic checkout fit for Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more.

PCI-aware payment infrastructure
Secure bank authentication
No unnecessary card-detail exposure

Conversion insight

Why Paysafecard can improve local checkout performance

A local payment method can remove hesitation at the final payment step. For merchants selling into Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more, the gain is usually less about adding another button and more about matching buyer expectation, pricing context, and local checkout trust.

Market fit

Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more

Designed for local checkout familiarity in Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more.

Currency readiness

-

Supports local pricing expectations and payment operations.

Checkout confidence

High

Built to reduce friction and improve payment trust at the final step.

Payment stack strategy

Local + global balance

The strongest setup usually combines a trusted local method with broader international coverage. For Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more, that often means leading with Paysafecard while keeping cards and PayPal available for wider buyer preference coverage.

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What Paysafecard is

Paysafecard is a prepaid online payment method that allows consumers to pay securely without a bank account or credit card.

Paysafecard is popular among consumers who prefer cash-based transactions, offering a prepaid solution that is widely accepted across multiple countries. It is integrated into Shopify via a processor, ensuring a seamless checkout experience.

The method supports full, multiple, and partial refunds, providing flexibility for merchants in handling customer returns. With no chargeback risk, it offers peace of mind for businesses.

Global Reach

Available in over 35 countries, Paysafecard expands your market reach.

Security

Offers payment assurance with no chargeback risk.

Refund Flexibility

Supports full, multiple, and partial refunds.

Why Paysafecard matters

Paysafecard is crucial for merchants looking to capture cash-preferred markets while minimizing risk.

Cash-Based Transactions

Appeals to consumers who prefer not to use bank accounts or credit cards.

Low Risk

No chargeback risk ensures secure transactions for merchants.

Wide Acceptance

Accepted in multiple countries, increasing potential customer base.

Flexible Refunds

Supports various refund types, enhancing customer service.

How Paysafecard works

Paysafecard uses a redirect authentication method for secure transactions.

1

Customer selects the method

The customer chooses Paysafecard as the payment option at checkout.

2

Redirect to Paysafecard

The customer is redirected to the Paysafecard site to enter their prepaid code.

3

Payment Confirmation

Paysafecard processes the payment and confirms the transaction.

4

Merchant receives confirmation

The merchant receives confirmation of payment and can proceed with order fulfillment.

When to use Paysafecard

Paysafecard is best for merchants targeting cash-preferred markets.

Ideal scenarios

  • Retail
  • Travel
  • Digital Goods

Not ideal

  • Merchants needing recurring or subscription-based billing
  • Checkouts requiring a one-click saved-payment-method flow

Merchant considerations

Merchants should consider several factors before integrating Paysafecard.

Market Availability

Ensure your target market is within the supported countries.

Industry Restrictions

Not suitable for high-risk industries like gambling or pharmaceuticals.

No Recurring Payments

Does not support subscription-based models.

Consumer Preference

Ideal for markets with a high preference for cash transactions.

Integration Requirements

Requires integration via a processor for Shopify.

Compare Paysafecard with common alternatives

Paysafecard is the best choice when local checkout fit in Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more matters more than generic international coverage.

MethodBest for
PaysafecardBest choice
Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more local sales
Paypal
Buyer reassurance
Klarna
Buy now, pay later shoppers

Integration pathway

Enable via your processor

Add the method through your payment service provider or processor configuration.

Connect it to Shopify checkout

Configure the Shopify-compatible payment flow so customers can see the method at checkout.

Optimise with CartDNA

Use CartDNA to prioritise local relevance, compare payment fit, and improve checkout performance.

Popular questions

Frequently asked questions about Paysafecard for Shopify

What is Paysafecard on Shopify?
Paysafecard is a prepaid, cash-based payment method available to Shopify merchants, offering secure transactions without chargeback risk.
Who should offer Paysafecard?
Merchants targeting cash-preferred markets and low-risk industries should consider offering Paysafecard.
Does Paysafecard support recurring payments?
No, Paysafecard does not support recurring payments.
Does Paysafecard support one-click checkout?
No, Paysafecard does not support one-click checkout.
What should merchants review before enabling Paysafecard?
Merchants should review market availability, industry restrictions, and integration requirements before enabling Paysafecard.

Increase Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada and 32 more conversions with Paysafecard

Enable local payments and reduce checkout drop-off.

Integrating Paysafecard into your Shopify store can expand your reach to cash-preferred markets while ensuring secure transactions. CartDNA helps streamline this process, providing insights and support for a seamless integration. Start optimising in minutes with your existing Shopify setup.