Beginner
How to create payment links on Stripe
Quick Answer
Create payment links in Stripe by navigating to the Payment Links section in your dashboard, adding products with pricing, and configuring checkout settings. Once created, you can share the generated link with customers to accept payments without coding.
Prerequisites
- Active Stripe account
- Verified business information
- Products or services to sell
- Basic understanding of payment processing
1
Access Payment Links in Stripe Dashboard
Log into your Stripe Dashboard and navigate to Products in the left sidebar. Click on Payment links from the dropdown menu. Then click the Create payment link button in the top right corner.
Tip
You can also access Payment Links directly from the main dashboard search bar by typing 'payment links'.
2
Add Products to Your Payment Link
Click Add product to select existing products or create new ones. For new products, enter the Product name, Description, and upload product images if desired. Set your pricing by selecting One time or Recurring and enter the amount in your preferred currency.
Tip
You can add multiple products to a single payment link to create a mini storefront.
3
Configure Customer Information Settings
In the Collect customer information section, choose what information to collect from customers. Select Email addresses (required for receipts), Phone numbers, and Billing addresses based on your needs. Toggle Shipping address if you're selling physical products.
Tip
Collecting minimal information reduces checkout friction and improves conversion rates.
4
Set Up Payment Options and Checkout
Under Payment options, enable your preferred payment methods like cards, digital wallets, or bank transfers. Configure Checkout settings by adding a custom header, success message, and redirect URL. Set quantity limits if needed by adjusting Quantity settings.
Tip
Enable automatic tax calculation in checkout settings if you need to collect taxes.
5
Configure Advanced Settings
Scroll to Advanced settings to customize additional options. Set up Promotional codes if you want to offer discounts, configure Custom fields for additional customer data, and set Purchase limits to control inventory or exclusivity.
6
Preview and Create Your Payment Link
Click Preview to see how your payment link will appear to customers. Review all settings, product details, and checkout flow. If everything looks correct, click Create link to generate your payment link.
Tip
Test the preview thoroughly on both desktop and mobile to ensure a smooth customer experience.
7
Copy and Share Your Payment Link
Once created, Stripe will display your unique payment link URL. Click the Copy link button to copy the URL to your clipboard. You can also click Share to get additional sharing options including QR codes, or click Customize to modify the link later.
Tip
Save the payment link URL in a secure location and consider creating a shortened version for easier sharing.
Troubleshooting
Payment link shows 'This link is not available' error
Check if the payment link is active in your Stripe dashboard. Go to Payment links, find your link, and ensure the status shows Active. If deactivated, click Activate to restore it.
Customers cannot complete checkout
Verify your account verification status in Stripe Dashboard. Go to Settings > Account details and complete any pending verification requirements. Also check that your payment methods are properly configured.
Payment link doesn't display correct pricing
Edit your payment link and review the product pricing settings. Ensure the currency matches your account's default currency and that tax settings are configured correctly in Settings > Tax.
Unable to create payment link
Ensure your Stripe account has payments enabled and all required business information is complete. Check Settings > Business settings for any missing details or compliance requirements.
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