Getting Started with Payment Link
Set up your account and create your first payment link in minutes to start accepting payments effortlessly.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, ensure you have:
- A valid email address
- Access to Google account (optional, for quicker signup)
- A web browser (Chrome, Firefox, or Safari recommended)
Sign Up and Log In
Payment Link provides a simple signup process. Choose between email/password or Google authentication.
Visit the Dashboard
Navigate to https://app.paymentlink.io.
Enter Details
Provide your email address and create a secure password.
Complete Registration
Click Login or Sign Up to create your account. Verify your email if prompted.
Access Login Page
Go to https://app.paymentlink.io.
Select Google
Click Continue with Google.
Authorize
Approve permissions and log in automatically.
Forgot your password? Use Reset it here.
Create Your First Payment Link
Once logged in, generate a payment link in under a minute.
Start New Link
Click New Payment Link from the dashboard.
Set Amount
Enter the payment amount (e.g., $29.99) and description like "Monthly Subscription".
Customize
Add your brand logo and success page URL.
Publish
Click Create Link to get your shareable URL (e.g., https://app.paymentlink.io/pay/abc123).
Configure Basic Payment Settings
Tailor settings for your business.
Select from USD, EUR, or others in Settings > Payments.
Enable cards, Apple Pay, or bank transfers.
Example embed code for your website:
<iframe src="https://app.paymentlink.io/pay/abc123" width="400" height="600"></iframe>
const linkId = 'abc123';
const embed = document.createElement('iframe');
embed.src = `https://app.paymentlink.io/pay/${linkId}`;
embed.width = '400';
embed.height = '600';
document.body.appendChild(embed);
Test the Payment Flow
Validate everything works:
Share Link
Copy your payment link and open in incognito mode.
Simulate Payment
Enter test card details (use 4242 4242 4242 4242, expiry future date, any CVC).
Verify Dashboard
Confirm payment appears in your dashboard.
Next Steps
Advanced Features
Explore webhooks, custom domains, and integrations.
API Reference
Automate payments programmatically.
Congratulations! You're ready to accept payments. Share your link via email, social media, or embed it anywhere.
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