Activating a provider in WHMCS typically refers to setting up a domain registrar or a payment gateway so that you can offer domain registration services or process payments. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to activate a domain registrar or payment gateway in WHMCS:
Activating a Domain Registrar:
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Login to WHMCS:
- Log in to your WHMCS administrator dashboard using your credentials.
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Navigate to Domain Registrars:
- From the main menu, go to "Setup" > "Domain Registrars".
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Add a New Domain Registrar:
- Click on "Add New Registrar" or a similar button.
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Select the Registrar:
- Choose the domain registrar you want to activate from the list of available registrars.
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Configure Registrar Settings:
- Fill in the required fields with the API credentials and settings provided by the domain registrar. These details are specific to each registrar.
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Test Configuration:
- Use the "Test Configuration" button to ensure that WHMCS can communicate with the registrar using the provided credentials.
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Save Changes:
- Click "Save Changes" to save the registrar configuration.
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Activate Registrar:
- Set the status of the registrar to "Active" if you're ready to start offering domain registration services using this registrar.
Activating a Payment Gateway:
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Login to WHMCS:
- Log in to your WHMCS administrator dashboard using your credentials.
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Navigate to Payment Gateways:
- From the main menu, go to "Setup" > "Payments" > "Payment Gateways".
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Add a New Payment Gateway:
- Click on "Add New Gateway" or a similar button.
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Select the Gateway:
- Choose the payment gateway you want to activate from the list of available gateways.
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Configure Gateway Settings:
- Fill in the required fields with the credentials and settings provided by the payment gateway provider. These details are specific to each gateway.
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Test Configuration:
- Use the "Test Configuration" button to ensure that WHMCS can communicate with the payment gateway using the provided credentials.
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Save Changes:
- Click "Save Changes" to save the gateway configuration.
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Activate Gateway:
- Set the status of the gateway to "Active" if you're ready to start processing payments using this gateway.
Remember to always thoroughly test the integration after activating a provider to ensure that it functions correctly. Additionally, consult the documentation provided by the domain registrar or payment gateway for specific configuration details.