Stripe Connect is the payment engine integrated into Atoms Backend.
With a single setup flow, you can sell products, run subscriptions, accept card payments, and track payment status—without maintaining your own payment infrastructure.
What is Stripe Connect
Think of Stripe Connect as the bridge between your Atoms app and the global payment network.
For Developers
No need to handle PCI compliance or banking integrations
No server-side payment code required
Simple API and dashboard controls
For Businesses
One-time purchases and recurring subscriptions
Built-in invoicing, refunds, receipts
Full visibility into transactions and payout status
When to Use Stripe Connect
Stripe Connect is recommended for apps that need a built-in payment method, including:
SaaS subscriptions (monthly, yearly plans)
Digital goods (courses, templates, asset packs)
Paid communities (gated content, membership access)
E-commerce (shopping carts, checkout pages)
If your business model includes any paid flow, Stripe Connect is the fastest way to launch.
How to use Stripe Connect?
Important
Stripe Connect requires Atoms Backend. Backend mode must be enabled when creating your project. It cannot be enabled later for existing projects.
You can connect to Stripe in three ways.
Method 1: During Project Creation (Recommended)
Click New Project in Workspace.
Toggle Atoms Backend to ON.
In the left sidebar, click +.
Select Connect Stripe Account.
If you don’t have a Stripe account yet, follow the steps in Create a Stripe Account.
Method 2: From the Integrations Panel
For existing Backend projects:
Open your project’s Chat view.
Click Integrations in the top-right corner.
Find Stripe, then click Connect.
Method 3: Ask the Agent
You can also trigger the setup through natural language:
In Chat, tell the agent: “I want to add payments” or “I want to sell a product.”
The agent will surface a Connect Stripe button.
Click to confirm and follow the guided steps.
Manage Your Product Catalog
After connecting Stripe, manage your products directly in Atoms.
Sync Products
Go to Settings → Integrations → Stripe Details.
Find Product Catalog.
Click Sync to pull your latest products from Stripe.
Those fields enable Atoms to recognize your product and display it in your app. Ensure each product in Stripe includes: product name, price, currency, and billing type (recurring or one-time).
Create a Stripe Account
If you’re new to Stripe, complete these steps.
Step 1: Register
Visit stripe.com, click Get Started.
Enter your legal name, country, and email.
Follow the onboarding flow.
Accurate information is required for identity verification.
Step 2: Business Profile
Configure how your business appears to customers:
Statement Descriptor
Appears on customer bank statements. Use a recognizable name to reduce chargebacks.
Business Type
Individual: freelancers or solo creators
Company: registered business entities
Step 3: Verification & Payouts
Stripe will ask for:
personal identity documents
payout bank account
business details
Expected Timelines
Account setup: ~15–20 minutes
Verification: instant to 1–7 business days
Payout availability: funds are typically released 7 days after payment
First payout: may take an additional 2–3 days for security review
Example: Payments received on Nov 20 are available on Nov 27.
FAQ
1. Can I use Test Mode?
1. Can I use Test Mode?
Yes. In the Stripe Dashboard, choose Test Mode.
Use Stripe’s test cards (e.g., 4242 4242 4242 4242) to complete purchases without real payments. Switch to Live Mode only when launching.
2. Why was my Stripe account rejected?
2. Why was my Stripe account rejected?
Check the Stripe Dashboard for the reason. Frequent causes include:
incomplete personal information
unclear business description
empty or inaccessible website link
restricted products or services
You can update the required information and resubmit the application to solve the problem.