WooCommerce M-PESA Plugin with STK Push and Pay on Delivery

Key Features

1. Effortless Checkout: Customers enter their phone number at checkout, click “Initiate Payment,” and receive a secure STK push notification on their phone.
   • They confirm payment using their M-PESA PIN.
   • Upon successful payment, the store displays “Payment Successful” and redirects to the WooCommerce Thank You page.
   • If the transaction fails, the reason is displayed below the “Initiate Payment” button.
2. M-PESA on Delivery:
   • The delivery agent logs into the M-PESA on Delivery portal or app to locate the customer’s order.
   • They send an STK Push directly to the customer’s phone.
   • The customer confirms the payment by entering their M-PESA PIN.
   • The system immediately updates the agent with the payment status, eliminating the need for manual confirmation or checking M-PESA SMS.
   • If payment fails, the reason is displayed to the agent.
3. Licensed for One Domain: The plugin is licensed for use on a single domain only, ensuring tailored support and functionality.
4. Detailed Transaction Records: Every payment is logged and associated with the corresponding WooCommerce order. View details in both order notes and a clear table format.
5. Fast and Secure: Leverages M-PESA’s STK push technology for an efficient and secure payment experience.
6. Flexible Payment Options: Supports both prepayment and Pay on Delivery, offering greater flexibility for your customers.

How It Works for Customers

Prepayment at Checkout

• Customers add products to their cart and proceed to checkout.
• On the checkout page, they select M-PESA as the payment method.
• After entering their phone number, they click “Initiate Payment.”
• An STK push notification is sent to their phone, prompting them to confirm payment with their M-PESA PIN.
• Once payment is complete:
  • If successful: The store displays “Payment Successful” and redirects to the Thank You page.
  • If failed: The reason for failure is displayed, allowing the customer to retry.

M-PESA on Delivery

• Order Placement: Customers select “Pay on Delivery” at checkout.
• Payment at Delivery:
  • The delivery agent logs into the portal or app and searches for the customer’s order.
  • They send an M-PESA STK Push to the customer’s phone.
  • The customer confirms payment using their M-PESA PIN.
  • The agent receives an immediate confirmation of payment status.
  • If the transaction fails, the agent is notified with the reason for failure.

Installation and Configuration Guide

Pre-Requisites

• PayBill/Till Number: Ensure you have an active PayBill or Till Number, its Head Office, and Shortcode details.
• Daraja Account: Create a free account on the Safaricom Daraja Portal and link your PayBill/Till Number to it.

Plugin Installation

1. Install WooCommerce: Ensure the WooCommerce plugin is installed and activated on your WordPress site.
2. Upload Plugin Files:
   • Download the plugin files and upload them to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory.
   • Alternatively, install directly from the WordPress admin dashboard under “Plugins” > “Add New.”
3. Activate the Plugin: Navigate to “Plugins” in your WordPress admin and activate the “WooCommerce M-PESA Payment Gateway.”

Plugin Configuration

1. Access Settings: Go to “WooCommerce” > “Settings” > “Payments.”
2. Locate M-PESA: Find the “M-PESA Express Manage” section.
3. Fill in Required Credentials:
   • Consumer Key: Found on your Daraja Portal account.
   • Consumer Secret: Also found on the Daraja Portal.
   • Passkey: Sent to your email after completing the “Going Live” process.
   • PayBill/Till Number: Your registered PayBill or Till Number.
   • Shortcode: The Head Office associated with your PayBill/Till Number.
4. Enable Pay on Delivery: Activate the M-PESA on Delivery feature in the plugin settings.
5. Save Changes: Click “Save Changes” to finalize setup.

Key Benefits

• Faster Checkout: Provides a quick and intuitive payment process for customers.
• Accurate Records: Keeps detailed transaction logs linked to WooCommerce orders for efficient management.
• Enhanced Customer Experience: Simplifies the payment process, offering a familiar and fast checkout method for millions of Kenyans.
• Improved Business Efficiency: Automates payment confirmations, reducing manual intervention.
• Transparency: Delivery agents can instantly verify payments, improving order fulfillment accuracy.

Trusted by Leading Websites

This plugin powers payments for:

1. AromaBox: A leading store for essential oils, reed diffusers, and humidifiers, offering a smooth checkout experience with M-PESA: https://aromabox.co.ke.
2. Cuppie: An online store for reusable menstrual cups, making online ordering a breeze with M-PESA payments: https://cuppie.co.ke.
3. Bubblewrap: An online store for bubble wraps and fragile goods packaging, streamlining payment processing with our plugin: https://bubblewrap.co.ke.

Become part of this success story. Boost your sales and customer convenience today!