Table of contents
- Creating payment links
- Activating your bank account
- Supported payment methods
- Disputes and refunds
- Fees and payouts
- Next steps
Creating payment links
Create payment links tied to approved deliverables so customers can pay with clear context.
Each payment request should include:
- A short title describing the delivered outcome.
- Scope summary and references (issue, PR, milestone, or document).
- Exact amount and currency.
- Due date and payment terms.
- Optional notes with what is included in this delivery.
Activating your bank account
Enable and verify your bank account so payouts can be transferred after payment collection.
Before sending links to customers:
- Confirm payout details are accurate.
- Complete any required verification steps.
- Validate your supported payout country/currency.
- Review expected payout timing.
Supported payment methods
Use supported methods available in your region and account configuration.
To reduce failed payments:
- Offer at least one backup payment method when available.
- Communicate accepted methods before delivery approval.
- Keep invoice/request amounts consistent across systems.
Disputes and refunds
Handle disputes and refunds according to the payment method policy and platform workflow.
Recommended approach:
- Keep proof of delivery (PR links, acceptance messages, assets).
- Respond quickly and clearly to customer concerns.
- Share objective evidence aligned with agreed scope.
- Use partial or full refunds only when justified by the delivery agreement.
Fees and payouts
Review transaction fees and payout timing before charging customers.
Plan cash flow with:
- Platform and processor fee deductions.
- Payout schedule (instant vs delayed where applicable).
- Refund/dispute reserve impacts.
- Currency conversion effects when relevant.
Next steps
- Read What is Gitpay?
- Read Get Started
- Read Fund an Issue
