How Wix Payments works in Base44
- Connect Wix Payments using the AI chat in your app editor.
- Publish your app and go live.
- Start accepting payments from customers.
- Complete setup and verification to start receiving payouts.
Before you begin:
- Wix Payments for Base44 is currently available only to select users in the United States.
- You need a Builder plan or higher to use Wix Payments.
- You must have a U.S.-based business and U.S. bank account.
- Your app must be published and accessible during verification.
Accepting payments
Once Wix Payments is connected to your app, securely accept payments from customers using:- Major credit and debit cards
- Apple Pay
- Google Pay
- PayPal with Wix Payments
Wix Payments does not support certain products and services. Review the prohibited products list before you start selling.
- Log in to Base44.
- Open your app in the app editor.
- Prompt the AI chat to connect Wix Payments. For example:
Connect Wix Payments. - Click Connect to accept Wix Payments terms of use and service fees.
- Click Dashboard.
- Click Overview.
- In the Payments section, click Manage to open the Wix Payments dashboard.
Checking prohibited products and services
To keep payments safe and compliant, some products and services cannot be sold via Wix Payments. Examples include:- Illegal products or services
- Certain financial services, investment schemes or high-risk lending
- Some adult content or services
- Weapons, some types of ammunition and related accessories
- Certain gambling or betting services
- Products that encourage hate or violence
Completing your Wix Payments setup
Complete your Wix Payments account setup and verification before receiving payouts. Details include:- Your business type and legal name.
- Your business address in the United States.
- The main contact person’s details.
- The bank account where you want to receive payouts.
Getting your app ready for sales
Before accepting payments with Wix Payments, make sure your app includes clear business information and policies. This builds customer trust and helps ensure your Wix Payments account passes verification without delays.Business contact details
Add your business name and easy-to-find contact details so customers can reach you if needed. Best practices include:- Display your business name clearly, using your legal name or “Doing Business As” name exactly as provided during Wix Payments setup.
- Add your physical business address, including the country. Post office boxes and mail-forwarding addresses are not considered valid.
- Provide customer service contact details such as an email address and phone number.
Required business policies
Your app should include relevant policies to inform and protect customers, such as:- Terms and conditions.
- Privacy policy.
- Refund, return, or cancellation policy.
- Shipping, fulfillment, or delivery policy.
Product and pricing details
Provide clear and transparent details about what you sell, including:- Detailed product or service descriptions.
- Clear pricing and purchase currency.
- Transparent terms for subscriptions or recurring payments, including billing intervals and cancellation options.
If you display card logos on your app, make sure card scheme brands such as Visa and Mastercard appear in full color. These are already shown automatically at checkout.
Best practices for using Wix Payments
Following best practices helps you build trust with customers, reduce disputes and chargebacks, and keep your Wix Payments account in good standing.Contact information
Contact information
Add clear and easy-to-find contact details in your app.
- Display your legal business name or Doing-Business-As name.
- Include a physical address or mailing address.
- Provide multiple contact methods such as email, phone number, contact form, or social channels.
- Reply to customers in a timely manner.
- Keep records of all customer communication, especially for disputes.
Clear pricing
Clear pricing
Make sure your pricing is transparent and easy to understand.
- Show full prices including currency.
- Clearly display shipping, handling or additional fees before checkout.
- Ensure prices are readable across devices and screen sizes.
Refund and return policies
Refund and return policies
Keep your refund policy visible and compliant.
- Make the policy concise and easy to understand.
- Display it wherever customers confirm their purchase.
- Ensure it complies with applicable laws.
- Keep it accessible in a central Policies or Help section.
Shipping and delivery information
Shipping and delivery information
Clearly explain how and when customers receive their items.For physical goods:
- Display shipping costs clearly.
- Specify delivery methods and timelines.
- Provide tracking information if available.
- Clarify return shipping responsibilities.
- Explain how delivery works after payment.
- Clarify download access and traceability.
- Describe available support or refund options.
Privacy policy and terms
Privacy policy and terms
Provide a clear privacy policy and terms and conditions, including:
- What data you collect.
- How you use and store it.
- How long you retain data.
- How customers can request access or deletion.
Disputes and chargebacks
Disputes and chargebacks
Handle disputes quickly to reduce chargebacks.
- Respond to customers promptly.
- Consider refunding early to prevent escalation.
- Keep delivery confirmations and communication records.
- Minimize chargebacks to protect your merchant standing.
Managing payments and payouts
Manage payments, payouts, refunds, and reports from your Wix Payments dashboard, with full visibility into your cash flow.Viewing your payment history
From the Wix Payments dashboard:- View each transaction, including its amount, date, payment method, and status.
- Filter by date range, status, or payment method.
- Search for a specific payment using the customer name, order ID, or transaction ID.
- Click Dashboard in your app editor.
- Click Overview.
- In the Payments section, click Manage.
- Click All Payments.
Understanding your payouts
Wix Payments groups your successful customer payments into payouts that are deposited into your bank account.- Payment processing: There is a standard delay between when a customer pays and when the funds are deposited into your bank account. This gives time for processing, refunds and disputes. Processing usually takes 2 to 5 business days.
- Payout schedule: You can usually choose how often you get paid. This can be daily, weekly or monthly, as preferred.
- Payout destination: Payouts go to the bank account you add during setup. You can change this account later, if needed.
- Failed payouts: If a payout fails, your Wix Payments dashboard shows a message explaining what went wrong, for example incorrect bank details.
- Click Dashboard in your app editor.
- Click Overview.
- In the Payments section, click Manage.
- Click Payouts.
Issuing refunds
You can refund your customers directly from your Wix Payments dashboard. When you issue a refund:- The refunded amount is taken from your Wix Payments balance.
- If your balance does not cover the full refund, the remaining amount may be taken from upcoming payments or from your next payout.
- Refunds may take several business days to reach your customer, depending on their bank or payment method.
- Refunds reduce your available balance and may affect the size and timing of your next payouts.
- Click Dashboard in your app editor.
- Click Overview.
- In the Payments section, click Manage.
- Click All Payments.
- Click the payment you want to refund.
- Click Refund.
- Enter the amount and a note (if needed), then click Refund.
Handling a negative balance
Your Wix Payments balance can become negative if you issue refunds or incur chargebacks that amount to more than your available funds. If your balance is negative:- New successful payments go toward covering the negative amount.
- Payouts are paused until your balance returns to a positive amount.
- You do not have enough funds to cover any additional refunds or chargebacks that may occur.
- You can return to a positive balance by adding funds to your account using a credit or debit card.
- Click Dashboard in your app editor.
- Click Overview.
- In the Payments section, click Manage.
- Click Payouts.
- Click Add Funds.
- Enter your payment details.
- Click Add Funds.
Managing payment methods
From the Wix Payments dashboard, you can choose which payment methods you offer your customers. All payment methods are available when you connect Wix Payments. If you want to disable a payment method, you can do it from your Wix Payments settings. To manage payment methods:- Click Dashboard in your app editor.
- Click Overview.
- In the Payments section, click Manage.
- Enable or disable the toggle next to the payment method you want to update.
Your customers only see the wallet buttons that are supported on their device. For example, Apple Pay appears for customers using Safari on supported Apple devices.
Accessing your settlement reports
Settlement reports give you a detailed, exportable list of all transactions processed through Wix Payments.- See each transaction, its status and the related payout.
- View the Wix Payments service fee for each transaction.
- Download a CSV file of the full report for accounting or tax purposes.
- Filter by date range or transaction type before you download.
- Click Dashboard in your app editor.
- Click Overview.
- In the Payments section, click Manage.
- Click Settlement Report.
- (Optional) Filter the report, or click Download Detailed Table.
Troubleshooting
If Wix Payments cannot verify your app, payments and payouts may be delayed. Review the topics below for common verification issues and solutions.Common verification issues
Common verification issues
- Your app is not published: Click Publish in the app editor and publish your app.
- Your app was deleted: Restore or recreate the app so Wix Payments can scan it.
- Your domain has expired: Renew your domain through Base44 or your domain provider.
- Your domain is still propagating: DNS changes may take up to 48 hours to complete.
- SSL issues: Fix any security certificate errors on your domain.
- Geographic restrictions: Remove any third-party apps or code blocking access from certain regions.
App accessibility in certain regions
App accessibility in certain regions
Wix Payments must be able to access your app globally during verification.If your app is restricted in certain regions by third-party tools or custom code, Wix Payments may not be able to verify your account. This can disrupt payment processing and payouts.To resolve this:
- Remove geographic restrictions from any third-party apps or custom code.
- Republish your app after applying the changes.
FAQs
Click a question below to learn more about using Wix Payments with Base44.Who can use this version of Wix Payments?
Who can use this version of Wix Payments?
Wix Payments with Base44 is only for businesses based in the United States. You need to enter a valid US business address, and your bank account for payouts must be held with a US bank.
Which payment methods are included?
Which payment methods are included?
You can accept:
- Credit and debit cards
- Apple Pay
- Google Pay
- PayPal with Wix Payments
How do I know if my products are allowed?
How do I know if my products are allowed?
Check your products against the Wix Payments prohibited products and services policy. If your products are illegal in any state you operate in, or fall into high-risk categories such as certain financial services, gambling, weapons or restricted adult content, you should not try to process them through Wix Payments.
When do I receive my payouts?
When do I receive my payouts?
After a customer pays, there is usually a short delay before the funds are deposited into your bank account. The exact timing depends on your payout schedule and on factors such as weekends and bank holidays. You can see the expected payout date for each payout in your Wix Payments dashboard.
What happens if I refund a customer?
What happens if I refund a customer?
When you refund a customer, the refunded amount comes out of your Wix Payments balance. If there is not enough money in your balance, Wix Payments may cover the refund from your next payments.
What should I do if my balance is negative?
What should I do if my balance is negative?
If your balance is negative, you can keep accepting legitimate payments so the new funds can help cover the negative amount. Check the messages in your Wix Payments dashboard for any extra steps you need to take, for example updating your bank details or responding to disputes. Alternatively, you can add funds to return to a positive balance.
Can I change the bank account where I receive payouts?
Can I change the bank account where I receive payouts?
Yes, you can update your payout bank account details in the Manage Wix Payments page of your dashboard. When you update your Wix Payments account details, your account may need to be reverified.
How can I download my payment and settlement information for accounting?
How can I download my payment and settlement information for accounting?
You can export your settlement report from your Wix Payments dashboard as a CSV file. This file includes each transaction, its status, the related payout and the service fees. Many accounting tools let you upload this CSV file directly so you can reconcile your books.
Can I accept donation payments with Wix Payments?
Can I accept donation payments with Wix Payments?
Yes, you can use Wix Payments to accept donations.To accept donations through Wix Payments:
- Your cause must be registered as a charity in the United States.
- You may not accept donations on behalf of someone other than yourself. For example, you may not collect donations in the name of a well-known charity.
- A donation must be tied to a specific charitable purpose that you, or your team, are committing to accomplish and donations must be used for the charitable purpose described to the donor.

