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Payment links

Generate shareable payment links for remote payment collection

A payment link is a URL that you can send to a customer. The customer pays through it without a login and without an account. Use a payment link to collect an invoice, an order, or a service payment.

A payment link in the API represents:

  • Shareable payment URL: Secure link that enables payment collection without authentication requirements
  • Payment context: Pre-configured payment information including amount, description, and customer details
  • Distribution channel: Links distributed via email, SMS, QR codes, or embedded in communications
  • Expiration management: Time-limited links with configurable expiration and usage policies

Key capabilities

Link generation

Generate secure, shareable payment links for any payment scenario or customer interaction.

Multi-channel distribution

Distribute payment links through email, SMS, QR codes, and customer communications.

Payment tracking

Monitor payment link usage, completion rates, and transaction success metrics.

Configuration

Configure payment amounts, descriptions, customer information, and expiration policies.

Common use cases

Invoice collection

Send payment links for outstanding invoices and billing statements via email or SMS.

Remote checkout

Enable order completion for customers without requiring account login or registration.

Customer support

Provide payment links during customer service interactions for immediate payment resolution.

Marketing campaigns

Include payment links in promotional communications and marketing materials.

Payment Link entities integrate with other API resources:

  • Payment sessions: Payment links redirect to hosted payment sessions for secure processing
  • Payments: Track payments collected through payment link interactions
  • Invoices: Generate payment links for specific invoices and billing statements
  • Orders: Create payment links for order completion and checkout processes
  • Customers: Associate payment links with customer accounts for tracking and management
  • Payment profiles: Enable payment profile creation through payment link completions

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