When you connect your Stripe account to a platform (like through the Integrations page), Stripe assigns a new acct_ ID that represents your account within the platform’s Stripe environment. This doesn’t mean a new Stripe account is created — your original Stripe account still exists.
This acct_ ID is how the platform identifies and interacts with your connected account. It allows the platform to securely route payments, manage transactions, and access data (based on the permissions you granted). Stripe uses this system to keep access organized and isolated between platforms.
So in short — the acct_ ID is a connected account token, not a duplicate account. Nothing changes in your Stripe dashboard, and there’s nothing to worry about. It’s just how Stripe securely connects platforms with businesses.
