# Payment Links overview

Accept payments online without writing a single line of code.

Payment Links are the easiest way for you to accept payments online **without a digital storefront**. Create a link within a few simple clicks and share the URL or QR code on invoices, social media, emails, or your website. Collect payments via cards and 160+ payment methods from anywhere in the world, in any currency.

Key features include:

- Create payment links manually or automate bulk creation using our [Payment Links APIs](/api/payments/payment_links).
- Accept payments via a responsive payment page that works across all devices.
- Instantly generate payment URLs or QR codes to share with customers in the most convenient way.
- Integrated [3D Secure authentication](https://www.airwallex.com/docs/payments/integration-options/web-checkout/native-api/3d-secure-authentication.md) and fraud protection to safeguard your business from fraudulent transactions.
- Create both reusable and one-time payment links to accommodate multiple payment scenarios.
- Add merchant logo and business information to the checkout page for a professional, branded customer experience.
- Add a new payment channel for your business without the need for technical integration.

## Payment links coverage

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| ---------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Merchant country codes | AU, CA (Beta), CH, EEA, HK, IL (Beta), JP (Beta), MX (Beta), MY, SG, NZ, UK, US                                                                                                                    |
| Shopper country codes  | Global                                                                                                                                                                                             |
| Payment methods        | Apple Pay, Google Pay, Airi, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, UnionPay, JCB, WeChat Pay, iDeal and over [30+ local payment methods](https://www.airwallex.com/docs/payments/payment-methods.md) |
| Features               | Payment, Refund, Partial refund, 3DS authentication                                                                                                                                                |
| Currencies             | See [payment method](https://www.airwallex.com/docs/payments/payment-methods.md) capabilities                                                                                                      |
| Supported languages    | English, Simplified Chinese                                                                                                                                                                        |

> **\[INFORMATIONAL]**
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> Some payment methods only support certain currencies. Please check [payment method overview](https://www.airwallex.com/docs/payments/payment-methods.md) and click into the particular payment method for more details.

## Compare features

You can create payment links using the [Airwallex web app](https://www.airwallex.com/docs/payments/integration-options/invoices-and-payment-links/payment-links/payment-links-via-web-app.md), [Payment Link APIs](https://www.airwallex.com/docs/payments/integration-options/invoices-and-payment-links/payment-links/payment-links-via-api.md), or both.

| Feature                                                             | Web app | API |
| ------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- | --- |
| Create a reusable payment link with flexible amount and currency    | ✓       | ✓   |
| Create a reusable payment link with fixed amount and currency       | ✓       | ✓   |
| Create a one-time payment link with fixed amount and currency       | ✓       | ✓   |
| Define the expiry date for a payment link                           | ✓       | ✓   |
| Customize the checkout page with your logo and business name        | ✓       | ✗   |
| Customize the payment URL                                           | ✓       | ✗   |
| View transactions made with a payment link                          | ✓       | ✗   |
| Include a merchant reference in each payment link                   | ✓       | ✓   |
| Allow shoppers to leave a message about the payment they are making | ✓       | ✓   |
| Activate/deactivate a payment link                                  | ✓       | ✓   |
| Delete a payment link                                               | ✓       | ✗   |

> **\[INFORMATIONAL]**
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> Check out [payment link branding](https://www.airwallex.com/docs/payments/integration-options/invoices-and-payment-links/payment-links/payment-links-via-web-app#customize-your-branding.md) and [automatic currency conversion](https://www.airwallex.com/docs/payments/integration-options/invoices-and-payment-links/payment-links/payment-links-via-web-app#enable-currency-switching-for-your-shoppers.md).