thread Re: What is the difference between receipt vs authorization numbers? in Archived Discussions (Read Only)

What is the difference between receipt vs authorization numbers?

marieketchum — Wed, 01 Jul 2020 21:31:49 GMT

Why are there two different sorts of numbers on the receipt (receipt and auth number) and which is better to use to record the transaction in the accounting software?

Re: What is the difference between receipt vs authorization numbers?

sayra — Thu, 02 Jul 2020 21:37:25 GMT

Thanks for posting in our Seller Community.

Not too sure what you mean by auth number. @marieketchum When you get some time, can you please send me a screenshot of the receipt as I was unable to find this feature in the receipt settings.

Re: What is the difference between receipt vs authorization numbers?

marieketchum — Thu, 02 Jul 2020 22:11:00 GMT

See the two number sets on the bottom left of the receipt.

Re: What is the difference between receipt vs authorization numbers?

sayra — Fri, 03 Jul 2020 01:01:36 GMT

Thank you for sending this over @marieketchum. It was very helpful to see the receipt. This number is auto generated within the system when a credit/debit card is processed. It is normally used for the card-issuing company (AMEX, VISA, Discover) as a type of ID in case there are ever any pending balances that need to be addressed. I would suggest using the receipt number for accounting purposes.

Hope this was helpful. Let me know if you have any other questions.

Re: What is the difference between receipt vs authorization numbers?

marieketchum — Mon, 06 Jul 2020 16:00:57 GMT

Thanks for the feedback, I really appreciate it!