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Using Stripe Test Keys in Production
Your app uses Stripe test API keys in production. Charges aren't processing, or test data appears in live account.
Key mismatch between test and production environment breaks payment processing.
Error Messages You Might See
Test API key used in production
This request could not be authenticated
Common Causes
- Same API key for test and production environment
- Test key accidentally deployed to production
- Environment variable not properly set on Replit
- Fallback to test key in code
- API key not reloaded after environment change
How to Fix It
Use separate STRIPE_API_KEY_TEST and STRIPE_API_KEY_LIVE in code. Load from Replit Secrets based on environment (development vs production). Never hardcode API keys in code. Use Stripe webhooks to detect key source. Check Stripe Dashboard which environment requests are coming from.
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Get HelpFrequently Asked Questions
How do I switch between test and live keys?
Use environment variable: if (env == 'production') use LIVE key else use TEST key
Can I see which key was used for a charge?
Yes, Stripe Dashboard shows test vs live. Look at charge details