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Setting up and Activating Pixieset Payments

If you’ve already started setting up Pixieset Payments, this guide will walk through the final steps. Most users complete the process in just 5–10 minutes.

To keep your payments secure and ensure you get paid without delays, Pixieset Payments and Stripe need to verify your business details. Providing accurate information upfront will help make the process quick and easy.

On this page:

Step 1: Business Type

Pixieset Payments requires accurate business information for verification. Here’s what you need to know about selecting your business type:

United States (US)

Selection

When to Choose It

What is Required

Individual

  • Choose this if you are a freelancer or sole proprietor using your own name for business and file taxes under your SSN

  • Last 4 digits of your SSN

  • Personal legal name (must match tax records)

Company

  • Choose this if your business has an EIN (Employer Identification Number)

  • EIN (must match IRS records)

  • Legal business name (must match IRS records)

Important: If you are a Single-Member LLC and you used your SSN instead of an EIN, select ‘Individual’, not ‘Company’.


Canada (CA)

Selection

When to Choose It

What is Required

Individual/Sole Proprietor

  • Choose this if you are a sole proprietor operating under your own name

  • Last 4 digits of your SIN or Business Number (BN)

  • Your full legal name (must match tax records)

Company

  • Choose this if your business is officially registered as a corporation, partnership, or other entity separate from yourself.

  • BN (must match tax records)

  • Official business name (must match CRA records)

Step 2: Personal Details

Enter your personal information, including your full name, date of birth, residential address, and job title, to meet regulatory requirements.

Step 3: Business Details

Enter your business name, address, registration number (such as an EIN or BN), and ownership details.

Industry

For photographers using Pixieset, select Personal Services: Photography Studios

Website

You will need to provide a website or social media link (Instagram, Facebook, etc.) to verify your business. Make sure your site includes:

  • Your Business Name: It should match the name you provided during onboarding.

  • Your Services or Products: A clear description of what you offer (e.g. photography sessions, digital downloads, prints).

  • Contact Information: A way for customers to reach you (email, phone, or contact form).

  • Terms and Conditions: Including any relevant cancellation or refund policy

  • Active & Public Link: Ensure the link is accessible and not set to private.

Step 4: Bank Details

To receive payouts, you’ll need to link a valid bank account. Double check that the details match what is shown on your statement and that the name on the account matches what you have provided to Pixieset.

After You Submit: What to Expect

Stripe will review your information and usually completes verification within 24 hours, but it can take up to 3 business days. If anything’s missing or needs updating, you’ll be notified right in your Pixieset dashboard.

Understanding Onboarding Statuses:

  • Approved: You're ready to start getting paid.

  • More Information Needed: You may be asked to upload ID, confirm your website, or provide proof of business.

  • Payouts On Hold: You can collect payments, but payouts will be delayed until the requested information is reviewed.

  • Not Approved: Your account may not meet compliance requirements.

If additional information is requested

Depending on your business or country, Stripe may need to collect additional information to meet regulatory requirements. Here are some things you may be asked for:

  • Government-issued photo ID: Passport, driver's license, national ID

  • Proof of liveness: Selfie verification

  • Business registration documents: Such as incorporation documents, business license

  • Ownership structure: For companies with multiple owners

Tips for document uploads

When uploading required documentation, you’ll be given detailed information about what should be included but here are some best practises to keep in mind.

  • Document information must match the details provided to Pixieset (e.g. company name, address, individual’s names)

  • Include all pages/sides of the document

  • Signatures are clearly visible (when required)

  • Address or legal entity documents are in JPG, PNG, or PDF format

  • Identity documents are in JPG or PNG format

  • Identity documents are in clear and in color

Need help? From your Studio Manager dashboard, click the chat bubble in the bottom-right corner to contact support.

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