> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Activate Connector on Vaultera Switch

> Learn how to activate and configure connectors in Vaultera Switch Control Center

## Overview

Connectors are the bridge between Vaultera Switch and various payment service providers. By activating a connector, you enable your application to process payments through that specific payment gateway.

## Steps to Activate a Connector

### Step 1: Access the Connectors Section

* Navigate to the **Connectors** section in the Vaultera Switch Control Center
* Click the **'+ Connect'** button next to the connector you wish to activate

<Info>You can find the Connectors section in the main navigation menu of your Control Center dashboard.</Info>

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### Step 2: Profile Details

* The **Profile ID** is selected automatically in the Vaultera Switch Control Center
* To change it, use the dropdown in the top-right corner of the dashboard

<Info>Each profile can have different connector configurations. Make sure you're working with the correct profile for your use case.</Info>

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### Step 3: Configure Connector Details

Enter the required credentials for the selected connector:

* **API Keys & Credentials**: These can typically be found during sign-up or in your connector's dashboard
* **Connector Identifier**: Define a unique identifier for the connector under your business profile
* **Source Verification Key**: If applicable, provide this to ensure webhook authenticity

<Warning>Always keep your connector credentials secure and never share them publicly. Vaultera Switch encrypts all sensitive information.</Warning>

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### Step 4: Enable Payment Methods

Select the payment methods that should be available during the demo checkout:

* Credit/Debit Cards
* Digital Wallets
* Bank Transfers
* Alternative Payment Methods

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### Step 5: Configure Webhooks (Optional)

If your selected connector supports webhooks:

1. Copy the webhook URL from the Vaultera Switch Control Center
2. Paste and configure it in your connector's dashboard
3. Test the webhook connection to ensure proper communication

<Tip>Webhooks provide real-time updates about payment status changes, improving your application's responsiveness.</Tip>

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## Test Your Integration

Once the connector is set up, you can test it by initiating a demo payment:

1. Use the **Test Payment** feature in the Control Center
2. Verify that payments are processed correctly
3. Check that webhooks (if configured) are receiving updates

## Edit Connector Credentials

To update connector credentials, you must re-enter all required credential fields.

### Steps to Update Credentials

#### Step 1: Access the Connectors Section

* Navigate to the **Connectors** section in the Control Center
* Here, you'll see a list of all existing connector integrations for the selected profile

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#### Step 2: Profile Details

* The **Profile ID** is auto-selected
* To Switch profiles, use the dropdown in the top-right corner of the dashboard

#### Step 3: Updating the Credentials

* Click the edit icon (📝) next to the connector's API keys
* A pop-up will appear where you can re-enter and save the updated credentials

<Warning>When updating credentials, all existing payment processing will continue to work with the old credentials until the new ones are successfully saved and verified.</Warning>

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## Best Practices

* **Regular Updates**: Keep your connector credentials up to date
* **Testing**: Always test your integration after making changes
* **Monitoring**: Monitor your connector's performance and success rates
* **Documentation**: Keep track of your connector configurations for future reference

## Need Help?

If you encounter any issues while setting up or managing your connectors:

* Check the [Connector Documentation](/docs/connectors)
* Review the [Troubleshooting Guide](/docs/troubleshooting)
* Contact our [Support Team](mailto:switch@vaultera.com)

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<Check>Your connector is now ready to process payments! Start by creating your first payment intent and testing the complete flow.</Check>