Description
The Authorize.net AIM addon processes credit card payments directly at the WooCommerce checkout, connecting the store to the Authorize.net gateway through the AIM API (Advanced Integration Method) without redirecting the customer away from the site. Data is captured within the checkout page itself, maintaining visual control of the experience and offering real-time transactions for those who sell physical products, digital products, or subscriptions and need a robust gateway approved for the North American market.
Key Features of Authorize.net AIM Gateway
- AIM API Integration
Connects WooCommerce to Authorize.net through the Advanced Integration Method. - Checkout without redirection
Collects card details on the store’s own checkout page. - Real-time authorization and capture
Processes instant transactions and returns the status directly to the WooCommerce order. - Sandbox mode for testing
Allows you to validate the billing flow in a testing environment before enabling production. - Support for major card brands
Accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards compatible with the Authorize.net account.
Benefits of Authorize.net AIM Gateway
- Unified checkout experience
Keeps the customer inside the store throughout the payment process, reducing abandonment. - Greater visual brand control
Preserves the WooCommerce design without external gateway pages. - Immediate order confirmation
Payment status appears in the dashboard as soon as the transaction is approved. - Compatibility with the North American market
Meets the needs of stores that need to operate with one of the most established gateways in the United States.
Who Is Authorize.net AIM Gateway For?
- Those who sell to the United States and need a card gateway approved for the local market.
- You, if you already have an active Authorize.net account and want to integrate processing with WooCommerce.
- Those who want to keep customers inside the store during payment, without redirects to external sites.
How to Download Authorize.net AIM Gateway
Authorize.net AIM Gateway is available for download here on Ultrapack. After downloading the .zip file, install it through Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin, select the file, and activate it. The API Login ID and Transaction Key credentials settings appear under WooCommerce > Settings > Payments after activation.
Designed for those who operate WooCommerce stores targeting the United States market, this addon adds a direct processing option through Authorize.net to the WooCommerce gateway catalog, with sandbox support for testing and card capture on the checkout page itself. A solid choice for those looking to consolidate card payments under their own store’s brand, without relying on external provider pages.
Frequently asked questions
Is WooCommerce Authorize.net AIM Gateway GPL-licensed?
Yes. WooCommerce Authorize.net AIM Gateway is distributed under the GPL (GNU General Public License). You may legally use, modify and redistribute it on as many sites as you want.
Can I use WooCommerce Authorize.net AIM Gateway on multiple sites?
Yes. You can install WooCommerce Authorize.net AIM Gateway on as many sites as you want. Only automatic updates through Ultrapack Auto Updater have a limit: from 3 to 80 sites, depending on the plan.
How much does WooCommerce Authorize.net AIM Gateway cost at Ultrapack?
WooCommerce Authorize.net AIM Gateway costs US$2.99 as a single purchase, and it is also included in the subscription plans starting at US$12/mo (VIP I).
Does WooCommerce Authorize.net AIM Gateway include updates?
Yes. The current version of WooCommerce Authorize.net AIM Gateway is 3.14.6, published at Ultrapack on Jul 15, 2019. Subscribers update straight from the WordPress dashboard with UAU (Ultrapack Auto Updater).
Is WooCommerce Authorize.net AIM Gateway scanned before publication?
Yes. Every version of WooCommerce Authorize.net AIM Gateway goes through a malware scan (ClamAV and YARA rules, at UltraHub) before it is published.
What are the requirements for the plugin WooCommerce Authorize.net AIM Gateway?
Requires WordPress 4.4 or higher and PHP 5.6 or higher. Tested up to WordPress 5.2.2.
What changed in this version
Version 3.14.6 2019.07.10
- Misc - Add handler for migrating to the new unified Authorize.Net gateway extension
Version 3.14.5 2019.01.09
- Fix - Don't force the billing state to be required for countries which don't typically need one (US merchants only)
Version 3.14.4 2018.10.16
- Tweak - Add an admin notice when debug logging is enabled in production mode
- Fix - Ensure orders are automatically captured when the status is changed via the REST API if enabled
- Fix - Use the order currency for the capture order note
- Misc - Add support for WooCommerce 3.5
Version 3.14.3 2018.09.12
- Tweak - Apply the wc_authorize_net_aim_transaction_description filter to emulation transactions
- Fix - Ensure transactions aren't automatically charged when Transaction Type is set to authorization only
Version 3.14.2 2018.05.23
- Tweak - Add payment details to the order data export and remove it for erasure requests
- Misc - Add support for WooCommerce 3.4
Release notes published by the developer.
How to install
Automatic updates: this item is updated by the Ultrapack Auto Updater. With it installed, the new version shows up in your dashboard like any other WordPress update (how to set it up).
- Download the file
woocommerce-gateway-authorize-net-aim.zip. - In the WordPress dashboard, go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin.
- Select the file
woocommerce-gateway-authorize-net-aim.zipand click Install Now. - Click Activate.
Requirements: Requires WordPress 4.4 or higher and PHP 5.6 or higher. Tested up to WordPress 5.2.2.
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