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What is the difference between test mode and live mode?

1 minute read Updated 28 Oct 2026

Every account has a test mode and a live mode, each with its own data, balances and API keys. In test mode you can build your integration and train staff with test PINs; nothing you do there has any real value, and test balances are never paid out.

Live mode is available once your business has passed verification. Never give a test PIN to a customer.

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