How to Enable and Accept Apple Pay: A Complete Store Guide

How to Enable and Accept Apple Pay: A Complete Store Guide

By Michael Thompson

January 19, 2025 at 10:08 AM

Apple Pay is a secure payment method that increases conversion rates by 2.6% compared to stores using cards only. It auto-fills billing and shipping information for faster checkout.

Availability Requirements:

  • Safari browser required
  • Physical products only (no services, downloads, or subscriptions)
  • Order total must exceed $0.00
  • Automatic with Squarespace Payments or Stripe
  • No additional transaction fees

Checking Apple Pay Status:

  1. Open in-store Payments panel
  2. Select Squarespace Payments or Stripe
  3. Toggle "Accept Apple Pay" ON/OFF

Arrow to toggle switch

Arrow to toggle switch

Transaction Tracking: Orders appear in Payments and Donations panels, viewable through your payment processor.

Checkout Process:

  • Displays for Safari users on supported devices
  • Auto-populates billing information
  • Shows shipping fees and taxes after selection
  • Requires saved shipping address
  • Default to cheapest shipping option
  • Donors skip shipping details

Apple Pay payment button

Apple Pay payment button

Limitations:

  • In-store pickup: Automatically selected when no other shipping options available
  • Free shipping: Doesn't support selective shipping discounts

Supported Devices:

  • iPhone SE, 6, 6 Plus and newer
  • iPad Pro, Air 2, mini 3 and newer
  • Apple Watch with supported iPhone
  • Mac with Touch ID

Testing:

  • Use Safari on supported device
  • Real charges apply but can be refunded
  • Non-refundable Squarespace Commerce fee may apply

To ensure smooth operation, maintain enabled status and verify compatibility with your shipping options and pricing structure.

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