Stripe Integration
Stripe is the payment processor for all Distancer.ai transactions. This guide covers connecting your account and completing verification.
Connecting Stripe
New to Stripe
If you don’t have a Stripe account:
- From your Distancer.ai dashboard, navigate to Payments → Connect Stripe
- You’ll be redirected to Stripe’s onboarding flow
- Create your Stripe account, provide business details, and connect a bank account
- Once complete, you’ll be returned to Distancer.ai with your account linked
Existing Stripe Account
If you already have a Stripe account:
- Follow the same process — Payments → Connect Stripe
- Log in with your existing Stripe credentials
- Authorize Distancer.ai to access your Stripe account
- Your existing account is now linked
Identity Verification (KYC)
Stripe requires Know Your Customer (KYC) verification for all accounts that process payments. This is a legal requirement — not a Distancer.ai policy.
What You’ll Need
For Individual Accounts:
- Government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or state ID)
- Social Security Number (last 4 digits or full, depending on volume)
- Date of birth
- Home address
For Business/Organization Accounts:
- Everything above for the account representative
- Employer Identification Number (EIN)
- Business formation documents (may be requested)
- Business address
Verification Timeline
- Most accounts: Verified within minutes
- Some accounts: May take 24–48 hours if additional review is needed
- Additional documents: Stripe may occasionally request supplementary documentation
Managing Your Stripe Account
Once connected, you can:
- View your Stripe dashboard directly from Distancer.ai
- Update bank account details through Stripe’s settings
- Review transaction history and download statements
- Configure payout schedules (daily, weekly, or monthly)
Disconnecting Stripe
If you need to disconnect your Stripe account:
- Navigate to Payments in your dashboard
- Select Disconnect Stripe
- Confirm the disconnection
Warning: Disconnecting Stripe will disable all payment processing on your live Business Project. Customers won’t be able to make purchases until a new Stripe account is connected.
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Verification stuck | Check your Stripe dashboard for pending requirements |
| Payouts not arriving | Verify bank account details in Stripe settings |
| Connection error | Try disconnecting and reconnecting your Stripe account |
| Restricted account | Contact Stripe support directly — restrictions are managed by Stripe |
For Stripe-specific issues, contact Stripe Support. For Distancer.ai integration issues, contact support@distancer.ai.