Checkout
March 2025 
Note: March 5 Update: The full requirements of PCI 4.0 take effect on March 31, 2025. Considering recent PCI updates, Blackbaud will now run the Auto-Compliance Migration Script on May 1, 2025, to enforce compliance on card processing. Forms without either embedded or modal checkout will be updated with modal checkout, potentially causing layout and processing changes. This script cannot update API forms, which you must manually update. Be prepared to have all your payment forms using new checkout before the PCI deadline on March 31. See Auto Migration FAQs.
Our new checkout experience provides a dynamic, PCI v4.0-compliant, and secure payment journey for your supporters. Built to maximize conversions, it uses Blackbaud Merchant Services to process and disburse the funds.
Checkout is offered in two versions, modal and embedded. Checkout modal is an iFrame window that surfaces when the supporter is ready to make a payment. Checkout embedded is integrated into your form design.
You can use your current Blackbaud Payment Services and Blackbaud Merchant Services accounts. If you need to create accounts, see Getting Started with Blackbaud Merchant Services. Whether you use new or existing accounts, you need to configure Payment Capabilities in Luminate Online.
Key assistance in getting started:
Tutorial: Update your Checkout Experience for Donation Forms gives an overview of the overall steps to be ready to take payments.
Training: Register for a live workshop webinar to walk through these changes. eLearnings are also available at Level Up with Luminate Online.
Tip: Come talk to us at a live office hour in March!
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