Testing New PayPal module (Latest API 2.0) on Front End for osCommerce 4-based systems
This manual explains how to test the PayPal module (Latest API 2.0) from the customer’s perspective on the front end and review the order details in the admin area.
Watch the video for a brief overview.
Read the manual below for more detailed guidance.
1) Accessing the Storefront
- Log in to the front end of your store.
- Select a product to begin the checkout process.
2) Using PayPal Checkout on Product and Cart Pages
Depending on the module configuration, the PayPal Checkout button may appear directly on the product page.
1. Click Add to Basket to move the product to the shopping cart.
In the shopping cart, you can also see the PayPal Checkout button.
2. Click Pay with Card if you want to proceed with card payments.
3) Completing Checkout with PayPal
1. Continue to the checkout page.
2. Accept the store policy (if required).
3. Click the PayPal Checkout button.
4. Log in to your PayPal buyer account or create a new one.
5. Click Agree and Pay Now to confirm.
6. The system displays a Success page indicating that your order has been created.
4) Verifying the Order in the Admin Area
1. In the admin area, go to Orders/Customers → Orders.
2. Locate the newly created order.
3. The order status will correspond to the status defined in the module configuration.
4. Click the order to view detailed information, including billing method and transaction details.
5) Testing Card Payments
1. Add another product to your cart.
2. Click Pay with Card.
3. Select the Credit or Debit Card option.
4. Enter the required payment details.
5. Click Confirm and Pay.
6. A Success page confirms the order creation.
7. Verify the order in the admin area as described in Section 4.
6) Testing Alternative Payment Methods (Example: Giropay)
1. Add another product to your cart.
2. Click Pay with Card.
3. Select Giropay as the payment method.
4. Click Confirm and Pay.
5. On the Giropay test page, click Test Successful Payment.
6. The system displays a Success page for order confirmation.
7. Verify the order in the admin area to review the billing method and transaction details.
