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Integration Overview
GovPayPlan provides several integration options to connect payment processing with your existing systems and applications.
Integration Options
Choose the integration method that best fits your needs:
Hosted Payment Page
Best for: Quick setup, minimal development
Redirect payers to a GovPayPlan-hosted payment page. Simplest integration with no PCI compliance burden.
Embedded Forms
Best for: Seamless user experience, branded checkout
Embed payment forms directly in your website using our JavaScript SDK. Customizable to match your design.
API Integration
Best for: Full control, custom workflows
Use the GovPayPlan API for complete control over the payment flow. Requires development resources.
Comparison
| Feature | Hosted Page | Embedded Forms | API |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup complexity | Low | Medium | High |
| Customization | Limited | High | Full |
| PCI scope | None | Reduced | Full |
| Development time | Hours | Days | Weeks |
| User experience | Redirect | Seamless | Custom |
Prerequisites
Before integrating, ensure you have:
- GovPayPlan account with API access enabled
- Sandbox credentials for testing
- Developer resources (for API/embedded integrations)
Getting Started
- Set up your development environment
- Understand authentication
- Choose your integration method
- Test in sandbox
- Go live
Integration Resources
Documentation
- API Reference - Endpoint documentation
- Webhooks - Event notifications
- Testing Guide - Sandbox environment
Support
- Developer support email
- Integration assistance available
- Code examples and SDKs
Security Considerations
All integrations require:
- TLS 1.2 or higher
- API key or OAuth authentication
- Proper error handling
- Secure credential storage
Next Steps
Ready to integrate? Start with Getting Started to set up your development environment.
