Welcome to Stripe
The videos and supporting materials shown here will help you gain an understanding of the fundamentals of your Stripe Account and the Stripe Dashboard.
Before getting started, make sure to log in or register for a Stripe account.
After reviewing this content you’ll be able to:
- Set up your account and verify your identity.
- Configure your account.
- Navigate the Stripe Dashboard.
- Become familiar with Stripe’s resources.
To make the best use of the material below, watch the 15 minute Account Setup video series first and then read the accompanying documentation. Then watch the Take the Tour video series and its associated resources.
After you’ve learned about these topics, you can download a list of associated action items in CSV format below.
Account setup
Use the following links to see the individual topics in the series:
- Account Structure
- Verification requirements
- Creating your account
- Activating your account
- Verification follow-ups
- Managing your account
See also
Review the links below to learn more about the topics covered in this video series:
Take the tour
Now that you’ve watched the Account Setup series, get a better understanding of how to navigate Stripe with the Take the tour video series.
Use the following links to see the individual topics in the series:
See also
Review the links below to learn more about the topics covered in this video series:
Action items
After learning about these topics, you can download a list of associated action items in CSV form below.
Create and activate your account
- Create Stripe account.
- Add business and KYC information, including company profile, default statement descriptor and customer service phone number.
- Add bank account information.
- Enable two factor authentication and require future Dashboard users to do likewise.
Explore the Dashboard
- Review the settings page.
- Configure branding settings.
- Set up email preferences in your Profile.
- Toggle between live and test mode.
- Find developer keys.
- Add team members.
Confirm account verification status
- Check that Stripe fully verified your information.
- If Stripe didn’t fully verify your account with the provided information, submit requested documentation here.
Review resources
- Determine if your business would benefit from a third party partner or implementation support.
- Review Stripe docs and API references.
- Explore Stripe’s blog, YouTube channel, and guides.
- Set up Stripe CLI.
- Follow Stripe Status for uptime announcements.