# Configuring Stripe Test Mode

*Skill Level: Intermediate*

## Before You Begin

* Ensure your Components are set up correctly using the [Stripe | Help Docs](/component-basics/marketplace-components/stripe.md)
* Read through the [Stripe | Test Mode API Docs](https://stripe.com/docs/testing#cards) for a general overview of testing.
* Select the type of Card and scenario you want to test from the [Stripe | Test Mode Cards](https://stripe.com/docs/testing#cards)

## Walkthrough

### Configuring Stripe Account for Testing

1. Go to [Stripe Dashboard | API Keys](https://dashboard.stripe.com/apikeys)
2. Toggle *Test Mode* in upper right Hand Corner of Dashboard <img src="/files/3z3PfqnwkmByat8E6QNS" alt="" data-size="line">
   1. This will change your credentials to test credentials and allow you simulate a live payment to ensure the component is set up correctly.
3. Copy Test Publishable Key and Test Secret Key and Paste into *Test Mode* section for the component you want to test.

   <figure><img src="/files/rzQae19r1d3KIuiEQHfO" alt=""><figcaption><p>Example of Stripe Test Keys</p></figcaption></figure>

## Help

If you need additional help with this article, you can always ask in our [community forum](https://forum.adalo.com/)! Be sure to paste the link to this article in your post as well!


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