Step-by-Step Guide

How to create a payment link in Google Pay

Looking to generate a payment link directly inside the Google Pay app? Here's the honest answer — plus the right way to accept Google Pay online if you're outside India.

Want the basics first? See what is a payment request link — the primer this Google Pay guide builds on.

What is Google Pay?

Google Pay (formerly Android Pay) is a digital wallet that lets customers pay online using cards saved to their Google account. When a customer clicks your payment link on an Android device or Chrome browser, they can complete the payment with just one tap — no need to enter card details manually.

One-Tap Payments

Customers pay instantly with saved cards — no manual card entry needed.

Secure Tokenization

Card details are replaced with a secure token. Your actual card number is never shared.

Works Everywhere

Android phones, Chrome browser, and any device with Google Pay enabled.

Global Reach

Available in 40+ countries with support for major card networks.

Quick answer: Native Google Pay app vs payment link platforms

Inside the Google Pay app (India only): Open Google Pay → New Payment → enter amount → tap Create Link. This generates a UPI payment link you can share. Everywhere else in the world: The Google Pay app doesn't have a Create Link feature. To accept Google Pay payments online — anywhere globally — you need a payment processor (Stripe, Mollie, or PayRequest). When you create a link with these, Google Pay shows up automatically as a one-tap option for any customer with a Google Pay wallet.

How to Accept Google Pay Payments

1

Choose a Payment Provider

You need a payment processor that supports Google Pay. Stripe and Mollie both offer it.

  • Sign up for Stripe or Mollie account
  • Complete business verification
  • Enable Google Pay in dashboard settings
2

Create Your Payment Link

Use your provider's payment link feature or a platform like PayRequest.

  • Set the payment amount
  • Add product description
  • Customize with your branding
3

Share the Link

Send your payment link via email, SMS, social media, or embed on your website.

  • Copy the payment URL
  • Share via any channel
  • Google Pay appears automatically for eligible customers

Payment Providers with Google Pay Support

Stripe

Google Pay Supported

Enable Google Pay in your Stripe Dashboard under Payment Methods. Works with Stripe Checkout, Payment Links, and custom integrations.

Fee
1.4% + €0.25 (EU cards)

Mollie

Google Pay Supported

Google Pay available for Mollie merchants in supported countries. Enable in your Mollie Dashboard.

Fee
1.8% + €0.25

PayRequest

Google Pay Supported

Google Pay is automatically enabled when you connect Stripe or Mollie. No extra setup needed.

Fee
0% platform fee

PayPal

Limited Support

PayPal supports Google Pay for in-store payments only. Not available for online payment links.

Fee
N/A

Google Pay Use Cases

E-commerce Checkout

Add Google Pay to your online store for faster checkout and higher conversion rates.

Invoice Payments

Include payment links in invoices so clients can pay instantly with Google Pay.

Event Tickets

Sell event tickets with one-tap Google Pay checkout on mobile devices.

Digital Products

Sell ebooks, courses, or downloads with frictionless Google Pay payments.

Easiest Way: Use PayRequest

PayRequest automatically enables Google Pay (and Apple Pay) when you connect Stripe or Mollie. Create a payment link once, and customers see all available payment methods based on their device.

  • Google Pay + Apple Pay + 20 more methods
  • 0% platform fee — only pay your provider's rate
  • Professional payment pages with your branding
  • Payment tracking and automatic reminders
Create Your First Payment Link

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I create a payment link directly inside the Google Pay app?

Only in India. The Google Pay app for India has a built-in 'Create Link' feature for UPI payments — open the app, tap New Payment, enter an amount, and tap Create Link. Outside India, the Google Pay app doesn't generate payment links — you need a payment processor like Stripe, Mollie, or PayRequest to accept Google Pay online.

What's the difference between the native Google Pay link and using PayRequest?

Native Google Pay links (India UPI) are wallet-to-wallet and only work for Indian customers paying in INR. A PayRequest/Stripe/Mollie link works globally, accepts Google Pay alongside cards, Apple Pay, iDEAL, and 20+ methods, and settles to your business bank account — better for B2B invoicing, recurring billing, and international customers.

Does Google Pay work on iPhone?

Google Pay works in Chrome browser on any device, but the native tap-to-pay experience is Android-only. iPhone users typically see Apple Pay instead.

What are the fees for Google Pay?

Google doesn't charge extra fees. You pay your payment processor's normal card rate (e.g., Stripe's 1.4% + €0.25 for EU cards).

Is Google Pay secure?

Yes. Google Pay uses tokenization — your actual card number is never shared with merchants. Each transaction uses a unique encrypted code.

Ready to Accept Google Pay?

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