Stripe is a payment processing platform that allows businesses to accept payments from customers worldwide. It is a full-stack payment processor that serves as both a third-party payment processor and a payment gateway. This means that Stripe allows businesses to process credit and debit cards, as well as automated clearing house (ACH) transactions both online and offline. Stripe supports a wide range of payment methods, including credit/debit cards, digital wallets, and alternative payment methods. Stripes software includes both a payment processing platform and a credit card payment gateway, and both are required in each successful online transaction. Stripes entire platform is designed to minimize declines and maximize revenue, from tools that update stored card details and identify the best time to retry failed recurring payments, to machine learning models that can recapture declines in real-time. Stripe also offers additional services, including billing, invoicing, and sales tax automation. Stripe is a trusted and widely adopted platform in the online payment ecosystem, empowering businesses to create seamless payment experiences and expand their operations.