How to Integrate Microsoft Payment Method for SaaS SPFx App and Publish from Partner Center?

Question

Hello,

I am new to integrating Microsoft Payment Methods and publishing apps via the Microsoft Partner Center. I have developed a SaaS product SPFx application and would like to integrate Microsoft Payment Method for transactions and subsequently publish the app.

Could someone provide me with clear, step-by-step instructions on how to:

Integrate Microsoft Payment Method for my SaaS SPFx application.

Set up and configure the necessary settings for payments.

1. Publish the application through the Microsoft Partner Center.

I am looking for detailed guidance as I am not familiar with this process and want to ensure everything is set up correctly.

Thank You,

Pratibha

Answer 1

Hello Pratibha Dawar,

Welcome to the Microsoft Q&A and thank you for posting your questions here.

Problem

I understand that you would like to integrate Microsoft Payment Methods and publish your SaaS SPFx (SharePoint Framework) application through the Microsoft Partner Center and also, you need guidance on how to set up and configure the necessary settings for payments.

Solution

There are several steps to integrate Microsoft Payment Methods and publish your SaaS SPFx (SharePoint Framework) application through the Microsoft Partner Center.

• Aside from ensuring that your application complies with all legal and regulatory requirements, including data privacy and security standards. Regularly review Microsoft's guidelines and policies, as they may change over time.
• You will need to become a Microsoft ISV or Publisher Partner, every information you need is on Microsoft Partner site and your onboarding team will be able to guide you through the processes. You will Sign up for a Partner Center Account by go to the Microsoft Partner Center https://partner.microsoft.com/ and sign up for an account if you haven't already. Ensure your account is verified and all necessary information is provided, including tax and business details.
• Set up your Microsoft Partner Center account by completing the ISV Success application form. Right from Microsoft Partner site, you will Create a New Offer
• Integrating Microsoft Payment Method In the Partner Center, under the "Monetization" section, set up the payment method for your application.
  • Use Microsoft Store APIs. Utilize the [Microsoft Store APIs. https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/uwp/monetize/ to integrate payment functionalities into your application.
  • Use Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) for authentication, which is essential for handling user accounts and subscriptions. https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/sharepoint/dev/spfx/use-aadhttpclient for SPFx applications.
  • Subscription Management using Microsoft Graph. https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/graph/overview) for user and subscription data management.
• Application Configuration and Publishing depend on your choice platform or IDE, either from DevOps, or Visual Studio. But it will follow the same processes such as:
  • Configure Your Offer
  • Test Your Application
  • Submit for Review
  • Monitor and Update

This is how to Become a Microsoft Software Vendor/Publisher: To become a Microsoft products reseller, follow these steps:

1. Register for the Microsoft Partner Network (MPN).
2. Choose the Microsoft products you want to sell.
3. Meet the eligibility requirements for the products you want to sell.
4. Complete the necessary training and certification requirements.
5. Sign a reseller agreement with Microsoft.

Similar answer: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/msoffice/forum/all/how-to-become-microsoft-products-reseller/6ee5b73a-fa

References

Use the below links to get more information required for this process:

Microsoft commercial marketplace customer documentation.

Get help and contact support in Partner Center.

Microsoft Independent Software Vendor (ISV) Success for Business.

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