# PayU Payment Gateway

PayU Money is a payment gateway service provided by PayU, a leading fintech company based in India. It allows businesses to accept online payments from customers through various methods such as credit/debit cards, net banking, UPI, and e-wallets.

PayU payment gateway, you typically need to follow these general steps. Keep in mind that the process might have changed, so it's advisable to check the official PayU documentation for the most up-to-date information:

1. Visit the PayU Developer Portal:  Go to the official PayU Developer Portal (<https://developer.payu.com/>).
2. Create an Account: If you don't have a PayU account, you will need to sign up for one. Follow the registration process to create an account.
3. Login to Developer Dashboard: After creating an account, log in to the PayU Developer Dashboard using your credentials.
4. Create a Project or Application: In the developer dashboard, create a new project or application. Provide details about your project, including the name and description.
5. Access API Keys: Once your project or application is set up, navigate to the section where you can manage API keys. PayU typically provides you with API keys that include information such as the Merchant Key, Salt, and other credentials.
6. Configure Integration Settings: Set up the required integration settings based on the type of integration you are planning (e.g., web integration, mobile integration).
7. Test Environment: PayU usually provides a sandbox or test environment where you can test your integration without making real transactions. Use this environment to ensure that your integration works correctly.
8. Integrate PayU APIs: Refer to the PayU API documentation to integrate their APIs into your application. The documentation will provide details on how to make API calls, handle responses, and implement payment features.
9. Test Transactions: Conduct test transactions in the sandbox environment to verify that your integration is functioning as expected.
10. Go Live: After successful testing, you can request to go live. PayU may have a separate process for reviewing and approving your application for production.
11. Secure API Keys: Treat your PayU API keys as sensitive information. Store them securely and avoid exposing them in public repositories or insecure environments.

Always refer to the official PayU documentation or contact PayU support for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding the process of obtaining developer keys and integrating their payment gateway into your application.
