Go-live checklist
Before you can switch to live mode, complete these steps:Required
- Account setup complete - Provider profile completed in SolvaPay Console
- Product and plans ready - Product created and pricing configured
- Integration path validated in sandbox - MCP Pay or SDK flow tested end-to-end
- Stripe account connected - Connect an existing Stripe account in Settings > Payments, or create a new one
- Stripe account verified - Complete Stripe identity verification
Recommended
- Branding configured - Upload logo and set colors in Settings > Pages
- Webhook handling verified - Confirm events are processed successfully
- Connect existing Stripe account
- Create new Stripe account and finish onboarding details
Switch to live mode
Once your checklist is complete:- Open the SolvaPay console
- Find the Sandbox/Live toggle
- Click to switch to Live mode
- Confirm the switch
What changes in live mode
| Aspect | Sandbox | Live |
|---|---|---|
| Payments | Test mode (no real charges) | Real charges processed |
| Stripe credentials | Test keys | Live keys |
| Customer data | Test data | Live data |
| Webhooks | Test events | Real events |
Switching back to sandbox
You can switch back to sandbox mode at any time to:- Test new features or plans
- Debug issues without affecting live mode usage
- Train team members
After going live
Monitor your first transactions
- Check the dashboard for real-time usage and revenue
- Verify webhook events are being received
- Monitor Stripe for successful payments
Set up alerts (optional)
Consider setting up alerts for:- Failed payments
- Unusual usage patterns
- Quota limit approaches
Need help?
If you encounter issues going live:- Review the testing checklist
- Check Stripe’s dashboard for payment issues
- Contact support@solvapay.com
Congratulations on launching with SolvaPay! For ongoing reference, explore the full documentation for MCP Pay or the TypeScript SDK.