How to find your Stripe API keys?
Prerequisites
- An active Stripe account
- Admin access to your website
- Ensure you’re in Live Mode (not Test Mode) for real transactions
Step 1: Access Your Stripe Dashboard
- Log in to your Stripe account at dashboard.stripe.com
- Verify you’re viewing the correct account (especially if you have multiple)
Step 2: Locate API Keys Section
Click on Developers in the left sidebar
Select API keys from the dropdown menu
Step 3: Retrieve Your Keys
Publishable key: Used for client-side implementation
Secret key: Used for server-side integration (keep this private!)
Optionally create restricted keys for enhanced security
Step 4: Implement Keys in Your Website
Copy each key carefully (they’re case-sensitive)
Paste into your website’s payment gateway settings
Test transactions in Test Mode before going live
Security Best Practices
Never share your secret key publicly
Rotate keys periodically
Use IP restrictions if available
Monitor API usage regularly
Video Walkthrough
Troubleshooting Tips
If keys don’t work: Verify you copied the entire string
Check you’re using the correct mode (Test vs Live)
Contact Stripe support if issues persist







