BrightStar uses Stripe Connect to process payments. This integration enables direct payouts to your bank account as tickets sell, rather than holding funds until after your event.
Stripe Connect flow diagram
Interactive component coming soon
Account Type Comparison
Stripe Express (Recommended)
•Setup time: 5-10 minutes
•Verification: Identity + bank account
•Dashboard: Embedded in BrightStar
•Tax forms: Managed by BrightStar (1099)
•Payout schedule: 2-3 business days
•Best for: Most organizers
Stripe Standard
•Setup time: 10-15 minutes
•Verification: Full Stripe onboarding
•Dashboard: Full Stripe access
•Tax forms: Self-managed
•Payout schedule: Customizable (instant available)
•Best for: Established businesses with existing Stripe accounts
Connection Process
Connect your Stripe account:
- 1Navigate to Settings → Payment Settings
- 2Click "Connect with Stripe"
- 3Select Express or Standard account type
- 4Complete Stripe verification (identity, bank account)
- 5Authorize BrightStar to process payments
- 6Verify connection status shows "Active"
Interactive Stripe connection status checker
Interactive component coming soon
Supported Payment Methods
Available payment options (varies by region):
- Credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
- Apple Pay (iOS Safari, macOS Safari)
- Google Pay (Chrome, Android)
- Link by Stripe (one-click checkout)
- Klarna (pay later - select regions)
- Affirm (pay later - US only)
- ACH Direct Debit (US only, $10+ transactions)
Verification Requirements
Individual Accounts • Government-issued ID • Last 4 digits of SSN • Date of birth • Home address
Business Accounts • EIN or Tax ID • Business address • Business structure (LLC, Corp, etc.) • Beneficial owner information (25%+ ownership)
Stripe requires accurate information for compliance. Mismatched names between your ID and bank account will cause verification delays. Contact Stripe support directly for verification issues.