Overview of Big Cartel

Big Cartel is a popular e-commerce platform that allows artists and creative entrepreneurs to build a business and sell their unique products online. It's known for its simplicity, affordability, and user-friendly interface, making it an ideal choice for small to medium-sized businesses wanting to create an online store.

Potential Uses for ID Verification with Big Cartel

Integrating IdentityCheck with Big Cartel allows store owners to add a layer of security and verification for both buyers and sellers. Below are some possible uses:

• Verifying the identities of customers during checkout to prevent fraud.
• Ensuring that buyers meet age requirements for restricted products.
• Validating seller identities to build trust and enhance the credibility of your store.

Instructions to Set Up ID Verification

Setting up IdentityCheck with Big Cartel through Zapier is a straightforward process. Follow these steps:

1. Create a Zapier account if you don't have one. Log in to your account.
2. Navigate to the Zapier Big Cartel integration page.
3. Click on “Connect a New Account” and select Big Cartel from the list. Follow the prompts to authenticate your Big Cartel account.
4. After successfully connecting, search for "IdentityCheck" in the Zapier app directory.
5. Click on “Connect a New Account” under IdentityCheck and follow the authentication steps to link your IdentityCheck account.
6. Once both accounts are linked, create a new Zap by clicking the “Make a Zap” button.
7. Select Big Cartel as the trigger app and choose a specific event like “New Order” or “New Customer”.
8. Then, select IdentityCheck as the action app and choose the action event “Verify Identity”.
9. Map the necessary data fields from Big Cartel to IdentityCheck, such as customer name and email address.
10. Review and test your Zap, then turn it on to activate the integration.

How to Use ID Verification in Big Cartel

With IdentityCheck integrated into your Big Cartel store, here’s how you can use it:

1. When a customer makes a purchase or creates an account, IdentityCheck will automatically verify their identity based on preset criteria.
2. If the verification passes, the order proceeds as normal without any interruptions.
3. In case of a failed verification, you can review the flagged order in Big Cartel and decide whether to proceed or cancel it.
4. You can also set up notifications to alert you or the customer about the status of their ID verification.

Using IdentityCheck for ID verification ensures a secure shopping experience for both you and your customers, ultimately fostering trust and safeguarding your business from potential fraud.