Stripe Integration

Stripe Integration

Implement and verify Stripe checkout, subscriptions, webhooks and refunds with explicit server-side authorization and retry boundaries.

Do not use this skill when

• The task is unrelated to stripe integration
• You need a different domain or tool outside this scope

Instructions

• Clarify goals, constraints, and required inputs.
• Apply relevant best practices and validate outcomes.
• Provide actionable steps and verification.
• Inspect the installed Stripe SDK and pinned API/webhook version. This single-file skill has no bundled playbook or production wrapper.

Use this skill when

• Implementing payment processing in web/mobile applications
• Setting up subscription billing systems
• Handling one-time payments and recurring charges
• Processing refunds and disputes
• Managing customer payment methods
• Implementing SCA (Strong Customer Authentication) for European payments
• Building marketplace payment flows with Stripe Connect

Core Concepts

1. Payment Flows

Checkout Session (Hosted)

• Stripe-hosted payment page
• Reduced direct card-data handling
• Fastest implementation
• Supports one-time and recurring payments

Payment Intents (Custom UI)

• Full control over payment UI
• Uses Stripe.js/Elements to avoid handling raw card data directly
• More complex implementation
• Better customization options