Gravity Forms Payment Gateways & Recurring Subscriptions Guide
Accept credit cards, digital wallets, crypto, and Buy Now Pay Later payments globally with zero middleman transaction cuts.
Architectural Overview
Monetizing your WordPress forms requires flexible, rock-solid payment processing. From global credit card transactions and localized Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) options like Klarna and Affirm, to cryptocurrency payments, GravityHive payment add-ons maximize checkout conversions.
Solution Comparison Matrix
How native GravityHive plugins compare directly with generic SaaS middle-tier automation:
| Billing Feature | GravityHive Payment Plugins | SaaS Form Builders (Jotform/Typeform) | Generic WP Gateways |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platform Fee Per Sale | 0% (Keep 100% of revenue) | 1% to 3% platform cut | Often 1% extra fee |
| Recurring Subscriptions | Full interval & trial support | Locked into high monthly tiers | Basic support |
| Local Payment Rails | Klarna, Affirm, Razorpay, Crypto | Limited to basic Stripe/PayPal | Stripe only |
| SCA & 3D Secure 2.0 | 100% compliant modal checkout | Compliant | Often triggers redirect errors |
| Refund & Escrow Support | Supported via admin dashboard | Manual processor dashboard only | Limited |
Recommended Plugins in this Solution
Gravity Forms Affirm Payment Gateway Plugin
Accept flexible Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) monthly installments with Affirm on Gravity Forms.
Gravity Forms PaymentWall Integration
Supercharge Gravity Forms with seamless PaymentWall Integration capabilities.
Gravity Forms Razorpay India Integration
Accept UPI, Netbanking, RuPay, and international cards with India premier payment gateway.
Gravity Forms Crypto Payments (Coinbase Commerce)
Accept Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDC, and Solana directly with automated order completion.
Gravity Forms Square POS Terminal In-Person Sync
Push form orders directly to Square Point of Sale kitchen display registers and terminals.
Gravity Forms Klarna Pay in 4 / Financing
Offer Klarna Pay Later, Pay in 4, and monthly financing directly inside your payment forms.
Gravity Forms Square Gift Card & Balance Redemption
Redeem, validate, and split checkout totals using official Square digital and physical gift cards.
Gravity Forms Split Payment & Escrow Release
Hold payments in conditional escrow or split payouts across platform and vendor accounts.
Expert Insights & Implementation FAQ
Are there any transaction fees taken by GravityHive?
None. You only pay your payment processor's standard merchant processing rate. GravityHive charges zero per-transaction cuts.
Does the integration support Strong Customer Authentication (SCA)?
Yes. All our payment add-ons support SCA and 3D Secure 2.0 verification requirements in compliance with European banking directives.
Can I sell both one-time products and recurring subscriptions?
Yes. You can configure individual feeds for one-time payments, setup fees, custom trial durations, and recurring billing cycles (weekly, monthly, annually).
What happens when a customer's recurring payment fails?
The gateway triggers a webhook notification to Gravity Forms, updating the entry status to 'Failed' or 'Past Due' and firing automated email alerts to prompt the customer to update their card.
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