How to Accept Donations Using OzSpeed hPanel

If you want to add a donation feature to your website hosted with OzSpeed, follow these steps using the hPanel dashboard.

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Step 1: Log in to OzSpeed hPanel #

1. Visit ozspeed.com.au.
2. Click on “Client Login” at the top right corner.
3. Enter your email and password, then click “Login”.
4. You will be directed to the hPanel Dashboard, where you can manage your website settings.

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Step 2: Choose a Donation Platform #

Select a platform that integrates easily with your website. Recommended options include:

• PayPal: Provides a simple donation button with easy setup.
• Stripe: Offers customizable forms for one-time or recurring donations.
• Donorbox: Includes features like recurring donations and donor tracking.

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Step 3: Create a Donation Button (Using PayPal) #

1. Log in to your PayPal account and navigate to “Tools”.
2. Click on “PayPal Buttons” and select “Donate”.
3. Customize the donation button (choose currency, donation amount, etc.).
4. Click “Create Button” and copy the generated HTML code.

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Step 4: Add the Donation Button to Your Website #

1. In hPanel, click on File Manager.
2. Open the file where you want to place the donation button (e.g., index.html or donate.html).
3. Paste the PayPal HTML code where you want the button to appear.
4. Click “Save” and then “Publish” to update your website.

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Step 5: Create a Dedicated Donation Page #

1. Go to the Website Builder in hPanel.
2. Create a new page titled “Donate” or “Support Us”.
3. Add the donation button or form to this page.
4. Include a brief message explaining why you are collecting donations and how the funds will be used.

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Step 6: Test the Donation Feature #

• Visit your website and navigate to the donation page.
• Click the donation button and make a small test donation to ensure everything is working properly.

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Step 7: Promote Your Donation Feature #

• Add a link to your donation page in the main navigation menu of your website.
• Share the donation link on social media and in email newsletters.
• Use a banner or pop-up to draw attention to your donation page.

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Additional Tips: #

• Enable SSL: Ensure your website uses SSL (https) for secure transactions.
• Track Donations: Use analytics tools to monitor donation activity and optimize your page.
• Thank Your Donors: Set up automated thank-you emails to acknowledge donations and build trust.