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# Payment Links

Payment Links are a simple and effective way to accept payments from customers without needing a dedicated website or complex integration. They allow you to generate a unique URL that you can share with customers via email, social media, or messaging apps.

## Payment Links Use Cases

This feature is ideal for:

* Collecting one-time payments.

* Selling simple products or services.

* Freelancers and businesses sending quick invoices.

## Creating a Payment Link

Follow these steps to generate a new payment link for your customers.

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="table-columns" title="1. Access the Dashboard">
    <Frame>
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/mecash-0665cec5/d-J6K1NBkDak9pDE/public/images/payment-links-2.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=d-J6K1NBkDak9pDE&q=85&s=80dfcafb4cbfcbd1e972d1ccdd660b5c" alt="Main dashboard sidebar showing Payment Links menu item" style={{ borderRadius: '0.75rem' }} width="1439" height="803" data-path="public/images/payment-links-2.png" />
    </Frame>

    <Callout type="tip">
      From your main dashboard, locate the sidebar menu and click on **Payment Links**.
    </Callout>
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="plus" title="2. Initiate New Link">
    On the Payment Links page, click the + New Payment Link button located in the top right corner.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="pen-to-square" title="3. Fill in Payment Details">
    <Frame>
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/mecash-0665cec5/d-J6K1NBkDak9pDE/public/images/payment-links-3.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=d-J6K1NBkDak9pDE&q=85&s=c6597ca947d55d388de328dfae4f442e" alt="New Payment Link creation form with details fields" style={{ borderRadius: '0.75rem' }} width="1397" height="702" data-path="public/images/payment-links-3.png" />
    </Frame>

    A form will appear requiring the details of the transaction. You will need to provide:

    * **Currency:** Select the currency (e.g., `NGN`).
    * **Country:** Select the country (e.g., `NG`).
    * **Description:** A brief description (e.g., "Ejiro Fintech Course").
    * **Amount:** Enter the specific amount to be charged.

    Once filled, click the **Create Payment Link** button.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="check" title="4. Success and Sharing">
    <Frame>
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/mecash-0665cec5/d-J6K1NBkDak9pDE/public/images/payment-links-5.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=d-J6K1NBkDak9pDE&q=85&s=aa105da7eabca1ebfd919f935e599638" alt="Payment link success confirmation screen" style={{ borderRadius: '0.75rem' }} width="896" height="728" data-path="public/images/payment-links-5.png" />
    </Frame>

    Your link will be generated instantly. You can copy the link immediately using the **Copy Link** button or navigate back to your list.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

Managing and Deactivating Links

If a payment link is no longer needed (e.g., a limited-time offer has ended), you can deactivate it.

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="list" title="1. Select the link to manage">
    <Frame>
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/mecash-0665cec5/d-J6K1NBkDak9pDE/public/images/payment-links-6.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=d-J6K1NBkDak9pDE&q=85&s=0528e29c3f64d3d5b7d3f1648637d094" alt="List of active and inactive payment links" style={{ borderRadius: '0.75rem' }} width="1434" height="715" data-path="public/images/payment-links-6.png" />
    </Frame>

    Navigate to the **Payment Links** page. Find the specific link in your list and click the **Manage** button on the right side.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="ban" title="2. Deactivate the link">
    In the Payment Link Information view, look for the Deactivate Link button (usually located near the top right) and click it.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="triangle-exclamation" title="3. Confirm deactivation">
    <Frame>
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/mecash-0665cec5/d-J6K1NBkDak9pDE/public/images/payment-links-9.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=d-J6K1NBkDak9pDE&q=85&s=c39672d69ab90b511379481677f99529" alt="Deactivate link confirmation modal" style={{ borderRadius: '0.75rem' }} width="1086" height="757" data-path="public/images/payment-links-9.png" />
    </Frame>

    A warning modal will appear asking you to confirm the action. Click **Deactivate** to proceed.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="eye" title="4. Verify Status">
    Once deactivated, the link status in your dashboard will change to Inactive. The link will no longer be able to receive payments.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

<Tip>
  You can monitor the status of your links at any time in the dashboard. The status column indicates if a link is Active or Inactive.
</Tip>
