Testing Connections to the Verifone API Using Postman
Problem
You need to verify that your system can successfully connect and authenticate to the Verifone API. This helps ensure your Verifone integration is working correctly.
Resolution
Open Gladstone360 GMC:
- Go to
Configuration > Gladstone360 CheckIn POS > Verifone Settings. - Keep this screen open, as you will need the Verifone User ID and API Key.
- Go to
Set up a Request in Postman:
- Create a new GET request.
- Use the Verifone STATUS endpoint. For a test system, the endpoint is:
https://cstpos.test-gsc.vfims.com/oidc/poscloud/nexo/status - (For production, use your live endpoint as appropriate.)
Configure Authentication:
- Go to the Authorization tab in Postman.
- Set the Auth Type to Basic Auth.
- Copy the Verifone User ID from the GMC and paste it into the Username field.
- Copy the Verifone API Key from the GMC and paste it into the Password field.
Send the Request:
- No request body is required for the STATUS endpoint.
- Save the request.
- Click SEND to test the connection.
Check the Response:
- If authentication is successful, you should receive a
200 OKstatus and a JSON response.
- If authentication is successful, you should receive a
Notes
- This process tests authentication and connectivity only.
- Ensure you use the correct endpoint for test or production environments.