Getting Started

Arca helps you to collect payments seamlessly from customers via Cards, USSD, Bank Transfers and even direct debit. To enjoy the full experience, you would need to set up your account and integrations. Here is a step-by-step to aid your setup:

Step 1: Sign up for an account

Create your Arca account to get started with your payments. Our accounts have two modes: test mode, for testing your integrations and making mock transactions and Live mode, where you can collect real payments from your customers. You can learn more about creating an account here.

Step 2: Set up your Integrations

Begin your integration process by selecting from our various options, tailored to meet your specific requirements. Our integration choices consist of:

Payment links
Payment APIs (for custom integrations)

Throughout the integration process, you have the flexibility to make test transactions using simulated data. Should you encounter any difficulties, contact our support team.

Step 3: Complete your KYC

To facilitate real payment processing, we require your business information and documents for review. This step is crucial in ensuring the proper setup of your account and profiling it for the best payment experience. Kindly click on the "continue KYC" menu item to provide your business information.

Step 4: Accept live payments from your customers

Once your account is approved, you can start collecting payments using our supported payment methods. We recommend that you transfer all of your test mode settings to your live environment. We also recommend that you review our go-live checklist to ensure that your account is set up correctly before you start accepting payments.