- Account and activation: Signup, KYC requirements, team management, and account management.
- Developer integration: Server-side SDKs, test data, webhooks, and rate limits.
- Go-live and production: Final checklists and domain whitelisting.
Account and activation
Access the guides below for account creation, KYC submission, team management, and account management.Create an account
Access the step-by-step guide for account creation, KYC submission, and bank verification.
Required documents
Review the list of KYC and business proofs required based on your entity type and business category.
Manage account
Update your business profile, profile information, and security settings.
Manage access
Learn how to assign roles and manage dashboard access for your team.
Developer integration
Build your integration using the official Cashfree server-side SDKs, validate with test data, configure webhooks for notifications, and understand API rate limits.Server-side SDKs
Accelerate your integration using the official Cashfree server-side SDKs for popular programming languages.
Test data
Test data for the sandbox environment to validate your Cashfree Payments integration.
Webhooks
Register webhook endpoints to receive real-time notifications for payment and settlement events.
API rate limits
Understand the API request limits and throughput to ensure a scalable integration.
Production deployment
Complete the final checklists and security configurations before processing live transactions.Go-live checklist
Complete the final 8-point checklist to ensure your integration is production-ready.
Domain whitelisting
Authorise production domains and application package names for secure API access.
Environment comparison
Cashfree Payments provides two environments for integration testing and live transaction processing.You can switch between the environments directly from the Merchant Dashboard. To get started, click Switch to Test in the top-right corner to enter the test environment (indicated by a yellow banner) and safely simulate operations without financial impact. To return to the production environment and process live transactions, click Switch to Prod.
| Feature | Sandbox (Test environment) | Production |
|---|---|---|
| Endpoint | sandbox.cashfree.com | api.cashfree.com |
| API credentials | Sandbox App ID and Secret Key starting with TEST_ | Production App ID and Secret Key starting with PROD_ |
| KYC | Not required for simulated testing | Mandatory for live payment processing |
| Transactions | Simulated operations without financial impact | Real-time payments and settlements |
| Activation | Instant access for initial integration | Requires compliance verification and document submission |
Support and resources
Use the resources below for detailed information on commonly asked questions or reach out to the Cashfree support team for personalised assistance.Frequently asked questions
Access support resources and contact channels for Cashfree Payments.
Request support
Contact the support team for personalised assistance.