# ▶️ Run a test order

Source: https://support.storeconnect.com/articles/how-to-run-a-test-order · Last modified 21 August 2026

Video: https://vimeo.com/1177155792?fl=sv&fe=ci

### **1\. Set Up Test Mode**

You have two options to prevent real charges when testing orders:

#### **Option A: Set the Entire Store to Test Mode**

-   Go to the **Store Record** in Salesforce.

-   Open the **Modes tab**.

-   Ensure that the store is toggled to **Test Mode**.


#### **Option B: Assign Test Email Addresses**

-   In the **Store Record**, go to the **Key Relationships** tab.

-   Create a **new Store Variable**:

    -   **Name**: (any label you like)

    -   **Key**: `test_checkout_emails`

    -   **Value**: Up to **4 email addresses**, separated by commas (e.g., `test1@example.com,test2@example.com`)

-   Click **Save**.


Orders placed using these emails will be treated as **test orders**, even if the store is in live mode.

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### **2\. Run the Test Order on the Website**

-   Navigate to your **StoreConnect storefront**.

-   Add a few different types of products to your cart:

    -   A **variant product** (e.g., 3 × Steve Plushy in Orange).

    -   A **standard product** (e.g., 1 × Steve’s Mystery Box).

    -   A **subscription product** (e.g., Steve’s Travel Fund).


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### **3\. Apply Promo Codes (Optional)**

-   In the cart view, apply any **valid promotion codes** (e.g., `$5 off per Steve Plushy`).

-   Confirm the discount is reflected in the **Order Summary**.


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### **4\. Proceed to Checkout**

-   Fill in **Shipping and Billing information**

-   Click **Continue**.

-   Choose a **Payment Method**

-   Complete the purchase by clicking **Submit/Complete Purchase**.


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### **5\. Verify the Test Order in Salesforce**

-   Copy the **Order Reference Number** shown after purchase.

-   In Salesforce:

    -   Search for the **Order** using that reference number.

    -   Open the **Order Record**.


#### Review the following tabs and sections:

-   **Order Details**: Billing, shipping, and checkout info.

-   **Key Relationships**:

    -   Products purchased

    -   Promotions applied

-   **Payments**: View payment records tied to the order.

-   **Subscriptions**: If applicable, confirm the subscription record, next billing date, and recurring amount.

-   **Additional Relationships**: Check promotion linkages.

-   **Activities**: Confirm automated emails (e.g., thank-you email).

-   **Order History**: Shows a full event log for that order.

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