How to Add a Stripe Express Account to Medium for Payouts: A Step-by-Step Guide for Indians

Step 1: Log into Medium

1. Go to Medium.com:
   Open your browser and head to medium.com.
2. Log in to Your Account:
   Sign in using your email, Google, or Twitter account. Make sure you log in with the account where you want to receive payments.

Step 2: Join the Medium Partner Program (If Not Already Enrolled)

To get paid, you need to join the Medium Partner Program. If you’re not already a member, here’s how you can join:

1. Click on Your Profile Picture:
   Once you’re logged in, click on your profile picture in the top-right corner of the homepage.
2. Go to Settings:
   From the drop-down menu, click on Settings.
3. Scroll to the Partner Program Section:
   Scroll down until you see the Medium Partner Program section.
4. Join the Partner Program:
   Click on Join the Partner Program and follow the steps. You’ll need to agree to the terms and provide details like your name, country, and tax information.

Step 3: Access Your Partner Program Settings

If you’re already in the Partner Program, here’s how to access your payment settings:

1. Go to Settings:
   After logging in, click on your profile picture and choose Settings from the menu.
2. Scroll to the Partner Program Section:
   Find the Partner Program section in the settings, where your earnings and payout info are managed.

Step 4: Set Up Stripe Express for Payments

Now that you’re in the Partner Program settings, it’s time to set up your payments through Stripe Express.

1. Locate the Payout Method Section:
   You’ll see the option to set up your payments. If this is your first time, it will say Set Up Payments or Connect Stripe.
2. Click Connect Stripe:
   Click on this button, and Medium will guide you to Stripe Express to begin the setup process.

Step 5: Complete the Stripe Express Setup

You’ll be taken to Stripe’s setup page, where you’ll provide the information needed for payments.

1. Provide Your Personal or Business Details:
   Stripe will ask for details like your full name, address, and date of birth. This is to verify your identity.
2. Submit Tax Information:
   Depending on your country, Stripe may ask for tax information. For example, U.S. citizens need to provide their Social Security Number (SSN), while Indian users may need a PAN card.

1. Add Bank Account Details:
   Provide your bank account details for Stripe to deposit your payments. Double-check the account and routing numbers to avoid mistakes.
2. Review Terms and Conditions:
   Read through Stripe’s terms, and if you agree, click to accept.
3. Complete Setup:
   After entering all the required information, click Submit or Complete Setup. Stripe will process your setup, which may take a few minutes.

Step 6: Verification and Final Setup

Stripe may ask for more verification depending on your details.

1. Email Verification:
   Stripe might send you a verification email. Check your inbox and follow the instructions.
2. Additional Identity Verification:
   In some cases, Stripe may request extra documents, like a photo ID. Follow the steps to upload them if needed.
3. Check Verification Status:
   You can check your Stripe Express account status in the Partner Program section on Medium or by logging into Stripe Express directly.