Executive summary:
- New payment methods including Klarna, iDEAL, and others are available in France.
- Enhances choice and convenience for local and international buyers.
- Streamlines payout process and automates dispute resolution in admin.
What changed
Shopify has expanded its payment options for merchants in France. Now, Klarna, Bancontact, iDEAL, BLIK, Przelewy24, TWINT, EPS, and MobilePay can be integrated using Shopify Payments. This expansion allows merchants to cater to diverse local preferences, offering more checkout flexibility.
Why it matters
For Shopify Plus merchants, offering multiple payment options can lead to higher conversion rates, customer satisfaction, and international sales. Centralized payout management and automated dispute handling significantly reduce administrative overhead, allowing businesses to focus on growth.
Role-specific impact
- Marketers: Gain actionable insights with segmented data from multiple payment sources.
- Developers: Seamlessly integrate new payment methods without extensive coding.
- Store admins: Easily manage transactions from a single admin view, simplifying financial reconciliation.
Use-case example
Real-world scenario & metric
A French store targeting international customers implemented these methods, seeing a 20% increase in conversion rates from European buyers, highlighting the appeal of localized payment methods.
Implementation checklist
- Go to your Shopify admin dashboard.
- Navigate to "Settings" > "Payments" > "Shopify Payments" > "Advanced Settings".
- Activate the desired local payment methods for your store.
- Review the setup to ensure each method aligns with eligibility requirements.
- Inform your customers of new payment options available at checkout.
FAQ
Q: Are all payment methods available to every merchant in France?
A: Eligibility depends on specific criteria. Check the requirements in the Shopify Help Centre.
Q: How can I track additional payout entries?
A: You may see multiple entries per day when different payment methods are used. Analyze them via your Shopify admin.
Resources
Learn more about Shopify Payments methods available in France. Need guidance? Talk to Makro.