The CS-Cart Verify Vendor Phone on Registration Addon will include an important phone number verification step in the vendor registration process. By using this addon, vendors need to verify their phone numbers by giving an OTP that is generated on their mobile devices at the time of registration. Therefore, this process is yet another check on security, which would ensure the authenticity of the vendor, thus making the possibility of spam or fake account generation very low. 

This addon integrates well with your current CS-Cart system and can be easily configured from the admin panel. It supports various SMS gateways and allows flexibility in choosing a service provider for sending OTPs. The marketplace owner has full control over configuration and can enable or disable phone verification at any time according to their requirements.

Sellers can also receive a customisable verification message, so you can personalise the content of the SMS using your marketplace's branding and tone of voice. Whether you have a niche marketplace or an online e-commerce platform that is as global as it is accessible, this addon improves vendors' verification, thus rendering the platform safer and more reliable for all in it.

Key Features

1. Phone Number Verification on Registration: The vendors are also required to verify their phone number at the time of registration by entering a code received on their mobile device. In this way, only authentic vendors with legitimate contact information can join the platform while avoiding fake or fraudulent registrations.
2. OTP (One-Time Password) Support: OTP Support Every vendor registration is verified with a unique OTP that is automatically generated and sent to the vendor's mobile phone. With this OTP system, the safety of the registration process would be improved because the contact detail of the vendor is ensured to be authentic
3. Easy Configuration: The marketplace administrator can easily enable or disable phone number verification during the registration of vendors from the admin panel. It also allows admins to configure OTP settings, like expiration time, and manages SMS gateway connections, so the verification process can be managed in flexible ways.
4. Support for Multiple SMS Gateways: It supports the integration with multiple SMS service providers and provides an option for the admins to select a gateway of choice for optimising verification processes across regions and providers. 
5. Customisable Verification Messages: The content of the SMS messages that are sent during the phone verification process can be customised by admins. This way, the messages are consistent with the branding and tone of the marketplace, providing a seamless experience for vendors in the registration process.
6. Enhanced Security and Reduced Spam: The addon requires phone number verification, thereby reducing spam and fake accounts. It includes features that only allow valid vendors into the platform with verified contact information, thus enhancing trustworthiness and credibility among vendors and customers.
7. Improved User Trust: Phone number verification makes the entire platform more trustworthy. Marketplace owners, as well as customers, can trust the vendors on the marketplace as real, accessible, and dedicated to ensuring a safe transaction environment. 

Benefits for Marketplace Owners

• Reduced Fraudulent Accounts: By checking that only authenticated phone numbers are added with the vendor accounts, this addon helps keep the marketplace free from duplicate registrations and prevents fraudulent accounts.
• Increased Platform Security: The step added to registration, called the phone number, ensures higher security and prevents unauthorised access. 
• Customisation Control: You can customise the SMS content and choose your preferred SMS gateway, thus tailoring the verification process to suit your brand's needs and ensuring a uniform user experience. 
• Improved Vendor Accountability: With phone number verification, vendors are more likely to be accountable for their actions on the platform, thus reducing the likelihood of abandoned accounts or unresponsive sellers.

The CS-Cart Verify Vendor Phone on Registration Addon is an essential tool for marketplace owners who want to enhance the security, authenticity, and reliability of their platform. It reduces the risk of spam and fraud by requiring vendors to verify their phone numbers during the registration process, thus helping create a more trustworthy marketplace environment. With easy configuration, support for multiple SMS gateways, and customisable verification messages, this addon offers the flexibility and control needed to maintain a secure and professional marketplace.