CardStream for WooCommerce

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Accept online payments via CardStream’s hosted payment page (secure redirect) with our new CardStream for WooCommerce plugin. Built as the natural next step for Barclaycard ePDQ merchants, it delivers a smooth migration and the same expert support you expect from the AG team.

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Looking for a secure, reliable alternative to Barclaycard ePDQ? Our CardStream for WooCommerce plugin lets you take payments via CardStream’s PCI-compliant hosted page, with the same trusted support you’ve always had from the AG team.

With ePDQ shutting down in March 2026, we’ve built this integration to give you a smooth migration path to CardStream, one of Barclaycard’s recommended alternatives.

This is our MVP release focused on essentials that keep revenue flowing. We’ll continue to build out features based on real merchant feedback.

CardStream is one of the recommended alternatives for merchants moving away from Barclaycard ePDQ.
With our CardStream for WooCommerce plugin, your customers are securely redirected to CardStream’s PCI DSS Level 1 hosted payment page and returned to your store once the payment is complete.

Built by the team behind the popular ePDQ and Opayo plugins, this integration combines years of payment gateway experience with CardStream’s secure, reliable platform.

You’ll get a fully supported solution designed to keep your business running smoothly.

  • Smooth Migration from ePDQ
    Designed for merchants switching from Barclaycard ePDQ ahead of the March 2026 shutdown.
  • Fast & Secure Payments
    Customers are redirected to CardStream’s PCI DSS Level 1 hosted payment page and returned to your store after payment.
  • Simple, Reliable Integration
    Works cleanly with WooCommerce’s checkout flow and order lifecycle.
  • Trusted AG Support
    The same merchant-first team behind our ePDQ and Opayo plugins.
  • Future-Proof Features
    MVP now, with ongoing development guided by merchant feedback.

Migrating from ePDQ? We’ve Got You Covered

Barclaycard will discontinue ePDQ (Smartpay Checkout) in March 2026.
CardStream is one of the gateways Barclaycard is recommending merchants migrate to, and our plugin makes the switch seamless.

  • Keep processing payments without disruption
  • Migrate confidently with AG’s support team
  • Future-proof your WooCommerce store

Why Choose We Are AG

You’re not just getting a plugin - you’re partnering with the same team that’s been supporting thousands of merchants using ePDQ, Opayo, and Lloyds Cardnet for over a decade.

  • Expert, Dedicated Support - Our team knows WooCommerce and payment gateways inside out, providing fast, reliable help when you need it.
  • Merchant-Focused Development - We listen to your feedback and build the features that matter most to your business.
  • Proven Track Record - Trusted by thousands of WooCommerce stores to deliver secure, dependable payment solutions.

  • Compatibility

    The plugin is compatible and has been tested for WordPress 6.8.2 and WooCommerce 10.1.2 We continue to check compatibility with each new version.

  • Payment Type And Information

    This plugin uses an off-site method for processing payments, which means that customers will be redirected to a different website to complete the transaction. We recommend that your website has an SSL certificate and is PCI compliant (SAQ A).

  • Supported Payment Methods

    Accept all major credit cards
    Visa®, MasterCard®, American Express®, Maestro & JCB

  • Support For Automatic Refunds

    Say goodbye to logging into CardStream for refunds – our plugin makes it easy to process refunds directly from your WooCommerce store

  • Full Documentation

    Our plugin comes with comprehensive documentation to help you set up and configure the plugin quickly and easily. Our step-by-step guides and instructions will ensure that you have everything you need to get started.

  • Translation Ready

    Our plugin is fully compatible with WPML and other translation tools, making it easy to customize the plugin for your customers' language and locale. This means that you can provide a seamless and user-friendly payment experience for customers from all over the world.

  • WooCommerce Checkout Blocks

    Our plugin integrates seamlessly with WooCommerce checkout blocks, so you can take advantage of the latest design and features to improve the payment experience on your store. This can help you boost conversions and increase customer satisfaction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

WordPress Compatibility

Keeping your WordPress site up-to-date is key to ensuring your website runs smoothly and securely. We make sure our plugins work perfectly with the latest versions of WordPress, and we recommend that you always update to the newest version when possible. Our plugins are compatible with WordPress version 6.0 and above.

WooCommerce Compatibility

Our plugins are designed to work seamlessly with WooCommerce, and we suggest using the latest version of WooCommerce for the best performance. We routinely test our plugins with the latest WooCommerce updates to ensure everything works flawlessly. The minimum version of WooCommerce required is 7.1+.

PHP & Server Settings

The version of PHP and your server settings play a big role in how well your website performs. For the best results, we recommend using a server with PHP version 8.1 or higher. While there’s no strict minimum requirement for server settings, a standard hosting package is usually sufficient. Since our plugins require WooCommerce, it’s also a good idea to check out their server recommendations. Rest assured, we regularly test our plugins with the latest versions of WordPress, WooCommerce, and PHP to keep everything running smoothly.

When you purchase a plugin the download links are emailed to you. If you lose this original email, you can login via our account page, you can also request a new password from the account page.

Yes, unless you cancel it, your subscription will renew annually. If you cancel within your first year, your licence will still remain valid for 12 months from the purchase date, during which you can continue to enjoy updates as they are released.

WooCommerce & WordPress are continually evolving and being updated, which means we frequently need to make changes to the plugin to ensure continuing compatibility. In order to update the plugin as new versions are released, you need to have an active licence. Your licence effectively provides you with insurance against issues with the plugin.

The licence is an annual subscription which you may cancel at any time. While your licence is current, you may update the plugin as new versions are released. Once your licence expires, you will no longer be able to update to newer releases, but the plugin will continue to function.

We offer a 30-day guarantee, If you experience an issue that makes the plugin unusable and we are unable to resolve it, we’ll happily consider offering a full refund.

Yes, your licence should work on your staging environment without affecting any site limits. However, should you experience any problems, do get in touch and we’ll do out best to help.

If you’re on a monthly plan, yes, the plugin will no longer work. if you’re on an annual plan, the plugin will continue to work but you will no longer receive support and updates, which could affect compatibility with future WordPress & WooCommerce versions.

We have a blog post with some helpful information on PCI compliance, you can read it here. If you still have questions let us know.

No, there is no special lifetime formula available at the moment. You can only buy an annual license.

  • Easy to Use

    Getting started with our plugins is a breeze, you'll be accepting payments in no time. Our intuitive setup makes the process effortless, even for those new to payment integration.

  • Fast Support

    Our commitment to providing speedy support is a point of pride for us. It's not unusual for us to respond to support requests within just a few minutes, or at most a few hours.

  • Regular Updates

    New features and updates are our thing! We keep up with the latest WordPress and WooCommerce versions to make sure our plugins are always in top shape.

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