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Getting Started: How to change the system from "Test" mode to "Live" mode

Auto-Debit System® (Frictionless Payments)

Getting Started: How to change the system from "Test" mode to "Live" mode

When you're ready to start processing real transactions with the Auto-Debit System you will need to take your system out of test mode and into live mode.

Last updated on 21 Aug, 2026

Please note that in order to train on the Auto-Debit System®, your account will be set up in [Test Mode] initially. When you are ready to process real transactions, you will need to switch to [Live Mode]. Before switching to [Live Mode], you must have received a notification from us that your merchant account has been approved and set up.

Also, please be aware that accessing the Auto-Debit System® Setup requires administrative privileges and the administrator's password.

Step 1:  Open ADS Setting through the Systems menu at the top of your Dashboard.

  1. Click on the [Systems] menu.

  2. Select [Auto-Debit System®].

  3. The select [Setup].

  4. Click [ADS Settings].

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Step 2: From the [System Mode] tab:

Change the System Mode from [Test Mode] to [Live Mode]. 

Set your system to Live Mode to run REAL transactions. (Note: This requires your merchant account information to be entered.)

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Step 3: Click [OK] on the alert to proceed.

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 Step 4: Click the [Save Step/Next→] button to save your changes.

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