> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.transparencyhubnetwork.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Payment Gateways

> Connect Stripe or Paystack to accept membership dues and donations.

## Supported Providers

| Provider     | Regions                             | Currencies         |
| ------------ | ----------------------------------- | ------------------ |
| **Stripe**   | Global                              | 135+ currencies    |
| **Paystack** | Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Kenya | NGN, GHS, ZAR, KES |

## Stripe Setup

<Steps>
  <Step title="Create a Stripe Account">
    Sign up at [stripe.com](https://stripe.com) if you don't have one.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Get API Keys">
    Go to **Developers → API Keys** in your Stripe dashboard. Copy the **Publishable Key** and **Secret Key**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Connect in THN">
    Navigate to **Settings → Payment Gateways → Stripe**. Paste your API keys and save.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Paystack Setup

<Steps>
  <Step title="Create a Paystack Account">
    Sign up at [paystack.com](https://paystack.com).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Get API Keys">
    Go to **Settings → API Keys & Webhooks**. Copy the **Public Key** and **Secret Key**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Connect in THN">
    Navigate to **Settings → Payment Gateways → Paystack**. Paste your API keys and save.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Info>
  Payment processing fees are charged by the provider (Stripe/Paystack), not by Transparency Hub Network.
</Info>

## Auto-Recurring Payments

When a membership type has **auto-recurring payment** enabled, the system automatically charges members at renewal time using their saved payment method. Failed charges trigger retry notifications.