=== Paysera Essentials ===
Version: 1.0.0
Date: 2026-04-10
Contributors: Paysera
Tags: online payment, payment, payment gateway, SMS payments, international payments, mobile payment, sms pay, payment by sms, billing system, payment institution, macro payments, micro payments, sms bank
Requires: 3.0.0.0
Tested up to: 3.0.3.9
Stable tag: 2.2.4
Requires PHP: >= 7.4
Requires PHP Extension: BCMath
License: GPLv3
License URL: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html

== Description ==

= Transform your checkout experience with the next generation of Paysera for OpenCart. =

Upgrade your store today with the brand-new Paysera Modern Checkout.
We have rebuilt our payment extension from the ground up with a new technical architecture to provide your customers with a seamless,
high-performance, and conversion-optimized payment journey.
This extension is designed specifically for OpenCart merchants who prioritize a modern user interface (UI) and
a frictionless checkout flow to maximize sales.

= Why choose the Modern Checkout? =

    * Superior UX/UI: A fresh, mobile-first design that integrates beautifully with modern OpenCart themes and Journal-style layouts.
    * Performance-Driven: A new lightweight architecture ensuring your checkout page remains fast and responsive, regardless of your store size.
    * Higher Conversions: Optimized payment steps designed to minimize friction and keep customers focused on completing their purchase.
    * Reliability: Built using the latest OpenCart development standards for maximum stability, security, and easy installation.

[Read more about Paysera Checkout >](https://www.paysera.com/v2/en/payment-gateway-checkout)
[Instructions >] (https://developers.paysera.tech/docs/checkout-v3)

= Core Payment Features=

The Modern Checkout includes the robust payment capabilities you know and trust from Paysera:
    * Global Reach: Accept online payments via credit/debit cards and the most popular banks across Europe and beyond.
    * One Integration: Access hundreds of payment methods through a single, easy-to-manage agreement.
    * Real-time Tracking: Manage and view all transaction statuses instantly within the Paysera system.
    * Self-Diagnosis & Logging: Built-in tools for OpenCart admins to help monitor transaction health and resolve issues quickly.

= Fees =
For information regarding Paysera fees please visit:
[Paysera Checkout fees >](https://www.paysera.com/v2/en/fees/payment-gateway-fees)

= Support & Reliability =
    * 24/7 Support: Paysera Client Support is available in English 24/7 at +44 20 80996963 or support@paysera.com.
    * Multi-language: Support is available in 20 languages during business hours.
    * Proven Experience: Paysera has been a global fintech leader since 2004, providing secure financial services to thousands of merchants.

[Contact us >](https://www.paysera.lt/v2/en/contacts)

= Explore other Paysera services: =
    * [currency exchange](https://www.paysera.com/v2/en/fees/currency-conversion-calculator#/) at competitive rates
    * instant euro and cheap [international transfers](https://www.paysera.com/v2/en-GB/international-transfers)
    * LT, BG, and RO [IBANs](https://www.paysera.com/v2/en/blog/iban-account) for business and private clients
    * [Visa cards](https://www.paysera.com/v2/en/payment-card-visa) that are compatible with Google Play and Apple Pay, and so much more.

All the main services can be easily managed via the Paysera mobile app, which is available to download from the
[App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/paysera-super-app/id737308884),
[Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=lt.lemonlabs.android.paysera),
and [Huawei AppGallery](https://appgallery.huawei.com/#/app/C103007513).

== Installation ==

-= Installation by FTP =-
1. Download Paysera plugin zip.
2. Connect to the server and go to the Opencart base directory.
3. Open upload directory inside the downloaded archive.
4. Extract files and directories to the base directory.
5. Connect to Opencart admin panel.
6. Install and configure the Paysera extension:
    Extensions -> Extensions -> Payments -> Essentials for OpenCart - Paysera -> Install
   Note: you must enter the client id and client secret from Paysera project settings to be able to use it.
7. Save changes.

-= Installation from admin panel (zip file) =-
1. Download Paysera plugin zip.
2. Connect to the Opencart admin panel.
3. Upload Paysera plugin:
    Extensions -> Extensions Installer -> Upload
4. Install and configure Paysera extension:
    Extensions -> Extensions -> Payments -> Essentials for OpenCart - Paysera -> Install
   Note: you must enter the client id and client secret from Paysera project settings to be able to use it.
5. Save changes.
