How to Test Stripe Payments in GoHighLevel Without Using Real Credit Cards

TL;DR

GoHighLevel lets you test payment workflows using Stripe’s test mode and dummy card numbers.

You can safely simulate purchases, upsells, and automations without charging real money.

Just enable “Test Mode” in your funnel settings and use Stripe’s sample card:
4242 4242 4242 4242 (any future date, any CVC).

Why Test Funnel Payments

• Detects checkout form errors before going live.
• Verifies connected Stripe accounts and automations.
• Confirms upsells and thank-you pages work.
• Prevents real transactions during setup.

Step-by-Step Setup

1. Open Your Funnel
   • In GoHighLevel, go to Sites → Funnels.
   • Select the funnel you want to test.
   • Click Settings.
2. Activate Test Mode
   • Scroll to the bottom of the settings page.
   • Find Payment Mode → toggle from Live to Test.
   • Click Save.
3. Use Stripe’s Test Card
   • Card number: 4242 4242 4242 4242
   • Expiration: any future date (e.g., 12/34)
   • CVC: any 3 digits (e.g., 567)
   • Name, email, and phone can be random.
4. Complete a Test Purchase
   • Fill out the form as a normal buyer would.
   • Submit the order and ensure it redirects to your “Thank You” or upsell page.
5. Verify in Stripe Dashboard
   • Log in to Stripe → switch to Test Mode.
   • Go to Payments to confirm the test charge.
   • You’ll see “Succeeded (Test Mode)” transactions.
6. Test Upsells or Downsells
   • Repeat the checkout using the same test card.
   • Make sure additional offers redirect properly.

Best Practices

• Keep test mode on until all upsells, automations, and thank-you pages are confirmed.
• Never use real cards for testing.
• Reset to Live Mode before sharing the funnel link with clients or customers.
• Use separate pipelines or tags for test contacts to avoid confusion.

Common Questions

1. Will Stripe charge my card in test mode?
No. All test transactions are simulated in Stripe’s sandbox environment.

2. Can I test upsells or multiple products?
Yes. Each connected product can be tested using the same dummy card.

3. How do I confirm the funnel redirects correctly?
After submitting a test payment, you should automatically land on your “Thank You” or “Next Step” page.

4. What if my checkout form doesn’t load Stripe?
Ensure your funnel has Stripe connected in Payments → Integrations under Settings.

5. Can I automate confirmation emails for test orders?
Yes. Workflows still trigger in test mode so you can verify full automations.