Connecting Square to your Wix website allows you to accept secure payments, sync your product catalog, and manage your sales effortlessly from a single dashboard. This guide will walk you through the integration process and provide tips to get the most out of Wix and Square working together.
Why Use Square with Your Wix Website?
Square offers a robust payment gateway that’s ideal for small businesses and online stores. When integrated with Wix, it enables streamlined transactions, real-time inventory updates, and powerful reporting tools.
- Secure transactions. PCI-compliant payment processing keeps your data safe.
- Product sync. Easily manage inventory across online and in-person sales.
- POS integration. Use Square POS with your Wix storefront for a unified system.
What You Need Before Connecting Square to Wix
Before you start, make sure you meet the following requirements:
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Wix eCommerce Plan | You must be on a paid Wix Business plan to accept online payments. |
| Square Account | Create a free Square account if you don’t already have one. |
| Business Info | Ensure your business and tax details are entered in both Square and Wix. |
How to Integrate Square with Wix
Follow these steps to link your Square account to your Wix store and enable payment processing:
- Log in to your Wix dashboard.
- Go to Settings > Accept Payments.
- Find Square under the list of available payment providers.
- Click Connect and log in to your Square account.
- Grant necessary permissions to authorize the connection.
- Click Activate to enable Square payments on your website.
Syncing Square Products with Your Wix Store
Wix doesn’t automatically sync all Square product data out of the box. However, you can streamline management with these strategies:
Manually add products
- Use Wix’s product editor to match inventory from Square.
- Add SKUs, prices, and stock status manually or via CSV import.
Use third-party apps
- Apps like Square Sync or Zapier can automate syncing between platforms.
- Ensure consistent naming conventions to avoid confusion.
Connecting Square POS to Your Wix Website
Square POS is designed for in-person sales, but it can work alongside your Wix eCommerce setup:
- Unified dashboard. Track online and in-store transactions via Square's back office.
- Inventory sync. Update inventory manually or via syncing tools to reflect accurate counts.
- Customer profiles. Manage loyalty and sales data across all sales channels.
Common Issues When Enabling Square on Wix
If you encounter errors or the payment option doesn’t show up at checkout, here are some solutions:
Verify account connection
- Go to Wix Payment Settings and check that Square is connected and active.
- Reauthorize if disconnected.
Check regional availability
- Square is only supported in certain countries.
- Confirm that both your Wix account and Square account are set to supported regions.
Wix plan limitations
- Ensure your plan supports payments. Upgrade if needed.
Managing Sales and Payments from Square Dashboard
After setup, you can use your Square dashboard to monitor sales and manage transactions efficiently:
- Track online and in-person payments in one place.
- Issue refunds, send invoices, and manage customer details.
- View detailed sales analytics and payout schedules.
Useful Links
Connecting Square as a Payment Provider – This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to connect your Square account to your Wix site, enabling you to accept payments seamlessly.
Wix Mobile POS: Setting Up a Point of Sale with Square – Learn how to set up Square as your point of sale system with the Wix mobile app, allowing you to accept in-person payments that sync with your online store.
Syncing SKU IQ with Square and Wix – Discover how to use the SKU IQ app to sync your inventory, orders, and product catalog between Square POS and your Wix store for real-time inventory management.
Available Payment Providers in Your Country – Check the list of payment providers, including Square, that are available in your region to ensure compatibility with your Wix store.
Wix Stores: Importing Products to Wix Stores – Learn how to import your product catalog into Wix Stores using a CSV file, facilitating the transition from another eCommerce platform.
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Conclusion
Integrating Square with your Wix website enables a smooth checkout experience and consolidated sales management. Whether you're running a local shop or an online business, using Square for Wix transactions enhances functionality and helps streamline operations. Follow the steps in this guide to connect your accounts, enable Square as your payment gateway, and grow your business with confidence.