- Sharon Hafuta
- 3 days ago
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The Base44 Stripe integration makes getting paid as easy as building your app. Now you can connect Stripe, test your entire checkout flow end-to-end in a built-in sandbox and go live when you’re ready, all without complicated setup or switching dashboards.
If you’ve ever tried adding payments to an app, you know the drill: docs, APIs, dashboards and debugging. Hours later, you might still not be charging customers.
With Base44, payments work the way building does: simple, conversational and fast, so you can move from idea to revenue in minutes.
Explore Base44 integrations and ready-to-use app templates to start building and monetizing your app today.
TL;DR: Base44 Stripe integration
If you just want the big picture, here’s what the Base44 Stripe integration lets you do:
Connect Stripe inside Base44 with no complex configuration required
Test your entire checkout flow in a built-in sandbox (no real charges)
Run end-to-end transactions using Stripe test cards
When you are ready, connect your live Stripe account and start earning
Spend less time wiring payments together and more time building your app
Connect Stripe in minutes, test safely, then go live when you are ready.
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Simplify payments with the Base44 Stripe integration
Setting up payments has always been a complex, time-consuming process. Traditionally, you’d need to navigate Stripe’s documentation, figure out API integrations, build a separate dashboard to manage customers and construct your checkout flow from scratch.
The Base44 Stripe integration removes all that friction. Everything is handled directly within your Base44 app, so you can focus on building instead of wiring payments together.
Here’s what you get right out of the box:
Prompt-based setup: Just tell Base44 what you want to sell, like “I want to sell my products” and the integration is automatically configured.
Instant sandbox environment: Your app is connected to a Stripe sandbox by default, letting you test your payment flow immediately, no API keys required.
One click to go live: When you’re ready to start accepting real payments, connect your Stripe account in just a few clicks.
This isn’t just a new feature, it’s a way to remove one of the biggest obstacles to monetizing your app. With Base44, you can start earning from day one.
“Base44 lets you focus on outcomes. Instead of asking, ‘How do I code this?’ you’re asking, ‘How does this make life better for my users?’ That’s where innovation starts.” - Nina Boyd, PMM at Base44
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How the Base44 Stripe integration works
The Base44 Stripe integration is designed to feel like a natural extension of your app-building experience.
It’s powerful, but you’d never know it from the simple, conversational way you interact with it. Here’s how you can go from having an app to running a business in three easy steps.
01. Tell Base44 you're ready to sell
Everything starts in the chat. There’s no need to dig through menus or read complex documentation. Simply type a prompt that describes your goal, and Base44 takes care of the rest.
Examples of prompts you can use:
"Set up a store to sell digital downloads"
"I want to charge users for access to my app"
"Add a way for people to buy my merchandise"
Base44 understands your intent and automatically installs the Stripe integration while configuring a testing environment. You don’t have to worry about setup, it just works.
Explore more Base44 features to see how else you can simplify building and monetizing your app.
02. Test everything in the sandbox
Confidence is key when handling payments. With the built-in sandbox, you can safely test your checkout flow before going live.
In the sandbox, you can:
Run demo transactions: Use Stripe test cards to simulate purchases and see the full customer experience.
Validate your checkout flow: Make sure everything works correctly without real charges.
This risk-free environment lets you perfect your payment flow and ensures you launch with complete peace of mind.
Here’s a quick comparison to show the difference:
Setting up payments without Base44 | Setting up payments with Base44 |
Manual Stripe integration | Auto-configured integration |
Requires API keys up front | No keys until you go live |
Build checkout from scratch | Checkout experience generated |
Separate dashboards | Everything from Base44 |
High setup time | Minutes, not hours |
03. Go live by connecting your Stripe account
When you’re ready to start earning real money, it’s time to go live—what we call “claiming your account.”
Instead of requiring sensitive API keys upfront, Base44 lets you build and test freely. Only when you’re ready to process real payments do you connect your Stripe account.
The process is simple:
Navigate to the Integrations tab in your app
Click the option to connect a live Stripe account
Follow the steps to link an existing Stripe account or create a new one
Once connected, your app switches instantly from the sandbox to the live environment. Every transaction from that moment on is real money heading straight to you.
Turn your app into revenue with the Base44 Stripe integration
For many app creators, the hardest part of launching is turning an idea into a business.
The Base44 Stripe integration removes barriers so you can focus on building something people love and are happy to pay for.
With this integration, you can:
Validate your idea faster by testing your checkout flow safely in a built-in sandbox
Start earning sooner without waiting on complex setups or technical approvals
Avoid common payment roadblocks that slow down launching
Focus on building value instead of wiring payment systems together
The best part? You can enable the Stripe integration directly from your Base44 dashboard today and start monetizing your app immediately, no extra infrastructure required.
Explore more integrations: Base44 GitHub integration →
What you can sell with the Base44 Stripe integration
The Base44 Stripe integration is flexible and supports multiple monetization models, making it easy for creators to turn their apps into revenue streams.
Build an eCommerce store
Sell both physical and digital products directly through your app:
Physical products: shirts, mugs, merchandise
Digital products: e-books, templates, music, courses
Base44 even sets up the products inside Stripe automatically, so you don’t have to worry about the backend.
Start monetizing today by using Base44 to build custom eCommerce and retail apps tailored to your products and audience.
Monetize your app
Charge users for access or premium features, with options for:
One-time app access
Premium features
Subscription memberships
Recurring payments are handled automatically, making it easy to set up memberships or SaaS-style access.
"Building an app is like building a relationship with your users. It’s not just about functionality, it’s about trust, reliability and delivering on your promises. Base44 helps you create apps that meet those expectations from day one." - Ilay Granot, Marketing at Base44
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Sell services
If your app connects people with services, you can facilitate payments directly in-app without building custom infrastructure. Examples include consulting, bookings and freelance services.
Get started quickly by exploring our eCommerce app templates to sell services directly through your app.
Monetization options at a glance
Monetization model | Examples | Supported? |
One-time purchases | Digital downloads, app unlocks | ✔️ |
Physical products | Merchandise, branded goods | ✔️ |
Subscriptions | SaaS access, memberships | ✔️ |
Services | Consulting, bookings, freelance | ✔️ |
If you can imagine charging for it, the Base44 Stripe integration can likely power it, making it easier than ever to monetize your app.
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Why we’re excited about the Base44 Stripe integration
Payments have always been a major point of friction for app creators. For many, it’s the single biggest barrier between “I built something cool” and turning it into a sustainable business.
The Base44 Stripe integration handles the hard parts of payments so you can focus on building something people love and are happy to pay for. With it, you can:
Validate your idea faster without worrying about setup or technical issues
Start earning sooner by testing your checkout flow in a built-in sandbox
Avoid technical rabbit holes that slow down launching
Focus on building value instead of wiring payment systems together
You can enable the Stripe integration directly from your Base44 dashboard today and start monetizing your app immediately.
Ready to monetize your app? Connect Stripe, test your entire checkout in a built-in sandbox and go live when you're ready, all inside Base44. Because getting paid shouldn’t feel harder than building.
Learn how to connect your Base44 app to Stripe and start accepting payments for products, bookings, subscriptions and more with minimal setup.
Base44 Stripe integration FAQ
What is the Base44 Stripe integration?
It’s a plug-and-play way to connect Stripe to your Base44 app so you can accept payments, test checkout flows and go live without manual setup.
Do I need Stripe API keys to start?
No. You get a sandbox automatically. You only add keys when you’re ready for real payments.
Can I test real-world checkout flows?
Yes, you can use Stripe test cards to simulate complete transactions end-to-end.
Does the Base44 Stripe integration work with subscriptions?
Yes. You can create recurring billing, memberships and ongoing access plans.
Is the Base44 Stripe integration available to everyone?
The Stripe integration is currently available for Builder+.