How to Set Up Stripe Test Mode in HighLevel

Before you go live with payments in HighLevel, you should test everything using Stripe's test mode. This lets you verify your funnels, order forms, and subscriptions work correctly — without charging real cards.

Why Use Test Mode?

• Verify payment flows — Make sure checkout works end-to-end
• Test subscriptions — Confirm recurring billing triggers properly
• Debug issues — Find problems before real customers hit them
• Train your team — Let staff practice without real money

How to Set Up Stripe Test Mode

Step 1: Get Your Test API Keys

1. Log into your Stripe Dashboard
2. Toggle "View test data" in the sidebar
3. Go to Developers → API Keys
4. Copy your test Publishable Key and Secret Key

Step 2: Connect to HighLevel

1. In HighLevel, go to Settings → Integrations → Stripe
2. Paste your test API keys (not live!)
3. Save the integration

Step 3: Test a Payment

Use Stripe's test card numbers:

Use any future expiration date and any 3-digit CVC.

Test Mode Resources

• Stripe Testing Documentation
• Test Card Numbers

Going Live

Once everything works in test mode:

1. Switch Stripe dashboard to live mode
2. Copy your live API keys
3. Update HighLevel with the live keys
4. Process a real $1 test transaction to confirm

See Also

• HighLevel — The platform