Payment links
Request payments from a specific customer by sharing a secure link through WhatsApp, email, SMS, or social media.
Payment forms
Collect payments from multiple or unknown users using a reusable, customisable form that can be embedded or shared publicly.
Payment button
Embed a simple HTML code snippet on your website or blog to accept payments without any technical setup.
Payment links vs payment forms
The table below summarises the differences to help you choose the right no-code solution.| Aspect | Payment links | Payment forms |
|---|---|---|
| Definition | A shareable link to request payment from a specific, known customer. | A reusable form to collect payments and data from multiple or unknown users. |
| Primary purpose | One-to-one, individual payment collection. | Public, high-volume collection with structured data. |
| Audience | Identified customers. | Broad or unknown users. |
| Sharing method | Sent directly via WhatsApp, SMS, email, or chat. | Embedded on websites or shared as a public link. |
| Data collection | Minimal details required. | Supports structured, multi-field inputs. |
| Customisation | Basic (amount, description, expiry). | Advanced (branding, layout, custom fields). |
| Usage | Transaction-specific or customer-specific. | Ongoing, repeatable, open to many users. |
| Best for | Invoices, order confirmations, individual fees, and targeted donations. | Donations at scale, registrations, educational fees, healthcare onboarding, and membership payments. |
| Limitations | Restricted for use by many unknown users. | Challenging for personalised amounts or individual customer targeting. |
- Payment links
- Payment forms
Payment links are shareable, one-time or reusable URLs that allow you to request payment from a specific individual. They are suitable when you know the payer, the payment amount, and the context of the transaction. You can generate a link for each customer and send it through any communication channel.
When to use
Payment links are most effective in the following scenarios:- Requesting payment from an identified customer for a confirmed order or service.
- Sending post-service payment requests for consultation, repair, or professional work.
- Collecting deposits, booking amounts, or outstanding balances from a known customer.
- Converting a cash-on-delivery order into a prepaid payment.
- Sharing invoice-based payment requests with clients.
- Collecting targeted donations from specific donors.
- Requesting student-specific fees or payments that vary by individual.
Key capabilities
Payment links provide various features to simplify your payment collection process:- Create-to-collect: Create Payment Links easily with a few clicks and share them with customers.
- No setup required: Create and share Payment Links without building a website or technical integration.
- Automatic sharing: Customers receive a Payment Link via SMS or email for quick payment.
- Partial payments: Allow your customers to make partial payments and decide the first instalment amount.
- Set reminders: Send automated SMS to your customers to remind them about outstanding payments.
- Easy integration: Seamlessly integrate Payment Links with your systems using APIs.