I realize that the beta version of Google just shipped, but can anybody (hopefully Alex) list the features of Google Checkout as it is integrated with aMember? Does it support subscriptions, cards stored on aMember or Google, does google send IPN on cancellation, does it support discounts/coupons? Thanks in avance!
Been reading up on Google Checkout.... It looks like they don't support subscriptions (recurring charges) from the Google side. So how does aMember accomplish this? Does aMember charge Google Checkout when each recurring payment is due? I also am interested in other supported features such as trial periods, the ability to purchase multiple subscriptions in one transaction, and coupons. I also see a lot of reference to the site needed a SSL Certificate. Does anybody know if this is a requirement? Thanks in advance for any help on this!
It does not support subscriptions and won't (it just does not support it. Google Checkout was completely designed for tangible goods). User have to go to amember/member.php and make new purchase every time when subscription expires. Trial periods won't work with GC. Multiple subscriptions in one transactions and coupons will work, why not.. Credit cards are asked on Google side, and not stored at all. Hovewer, it anyway requires you to have SSL certificate to send your IPN notifications. The plugin is now in beta stage and we are fixing it.
It looks like Google Checkout now allows us to bill subscriptions! Check out: Source: https://checkout.google.com/support/sell/bin/answer.py?answer=30726&topic=8681