Request payments the easy way
Send professional payment requests via email or message. Perfect for deposits, quotes, and custom amounts. Get paid faster with automatic reminders.
What is a payment request?
A payment request is a digital message that asks a customer to pay a specific amount — sent by email, SMS, WhatsApp, Telegram, QR code or a shareable link.
The recipient clicks the link and pays securely through a hosted checkout. They can choose from cards, iDEAL, SEPA, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Klarna and 15+ other methods. No account, no app download, no friction — and you're notified the moment the payment lands.
Unlike a full invoice, a payment request is lightweight and instant: ideal for deposits, quotes, milestones, custom amounts and one-off charges. Send it from your phone, your dashboard, or automate it through PayRequest's API.
Request a payment from anyone, anywhere
Better than PayPal Request Money — request payments online via email, WhatsApp, Instagram, SMS or a link. Your customer pays by card, iDEAL, Apple Pay or any local method.
How do I request money online?
Open PayRequest, create a payment request with the amount and customer, and share it as a link. The recipient pays through a hosted checkout — no account, no app, no friction. Works for any amount, any currency, in 195+ countries.
How do I request money on Instagram?
Paste your PayRequest link in your Instagram bio, story, or DM. Followers tap, pay, and you're notified instantly. Unlike Instagram's native checkout, this works for services, deposits and custom amounts — not just physical products.
How do I request money on WhatsApp?
Send a PayRequest payment link directly inside a WhatsApp chat. Customers see a preview card with the amount and tap to pay. Faster than WhatsApp Pay (which only works in select countries) and accepts every payment method your customer prefers.
PayPal request money vs invoice — which should I use?
PayPal Request Money forces the payer to have a PayPal account and only accepts PayPal balance, card or bank in PayPal. A PayRequest payment request accepts 20+ methods (iDEAL, SEPA, Apple Pay, card, Klarna, plus PayPal) — same speed, far higher conversion. Use invoices when you need formal accounting; payment requests for everything else.
What's the cheapest way to request payments online?
PayRequest is free to start (€0/mo). You pay 2% per successful payment, capped at €25 per transaction — on top of your provider's processing fee. No monthly minimum, no per-link cost, unlimited requests on the Free plan.
Can I request a recurring payment?
Yes. Toggle 'recurring' when creating the payment request and PayRequest converts it into a subscription. Customers approve once, then get charged automatically on your schedule — daily, weekly, monthly, or custom.
How to send a payment request online
From zero to first payment in under a minute — no developer or accounting setup required.
- 1Sign up for PayRequestCreate a free account and connect Stripe, Mollie or PayPal as your payment provider.
- 2Click 'New payment request'Enter the customer's email or phone number, the amount, and a short description.
- 3Pick a delivery channelSend via email, SMS, WhatsApp, Telegram, copy as a link, or generate a QR code.
- 4Customer pays securelyThey open the link, choose a payment method, and complete checkout in a few clicks.
- 5Get paid and notifiedFunds go to your provider, you get an instant notification, and reminders auto-stop.
Send requests anywhere
Reach your customers on their preferred platform. Send payment requests via Telegram, WhatsApp, email, SMS, QR codes, or shareable links.
TelegramTelegram
Send payment requests directly to Telegram chats. Perfect for quick, informal transactions with tech-savvy customers.
WhatsAppWhatsApp
Request payments through WhatsApp Business. Ideal for local businesses and customer service interactions.
EmailEmail
Professional payment request emails with your branding. The classic choice for invoices and formal requests.
SMSSMS
Text message payment requests that reach any phone. Great for urgent payments and customers without apps.
QR CodeQR Code
Generate scannable QR codes for in-person payments. Perfect for retail, events, and physical locations.
Shareable LinkShareable Link
Copy and share payment links anywhere. Post on social media, websites, or send through any messaging app.
How it works
Send a payment request in seconds. Your customer receives a professional email with a secure payment link.
Enter customer
Add their email address or select from your contacts.
Set amount
Enter the payment amount and add a description.
Send request
Customer receives a professional email with payment link.
Get paid
Customer pays securely. You get notified instantly.
Professional emails that convert
Your customers receive a clean, branded email with all the details they need. One click takes them to a secure payment page.
Your branding
Emails include your logo and business name for instant recognition.
Clear call to action
One prominent "Pay Now" button makes it easy for customers to pay.
Mobile optimized
Looks great on any device. Customers can pay from their phone instantly.
Hi John,
You have a payment request from Your Business for the following:
Secure payment powered by PayRequest
Quotes & estimates
Turn accepted quotes into payment requests instantly
Deposits
Collect upfront deposits before starting work
Milestone payments
Request payment at project milestones
Custom invoicing
Send payment requests for any amount to any customer
Perfect for any payment
Whether you need to collect a deposit, request payment for a quote, or bill for custom work, payment requests make it simple.
Everything you need
Payment requests come with all the features to help you get paid faster.
Email requests
Send professional payment requests directly to your customer's inbox with one click.
Custom amounts
Request any amount for any reason. Perfect for quotes, deposits, and custom work.
Automatic reminders
Set up automatic follow-ups for unpaid requests. Never chase payments manually again.
Due dates
Set payment deadlines and let customers know when payment is expected.
Add context
Include descriptions, attachments, and notes to explain what the payment is for.
Track status
See when requests are sent, viewed, and paid. Full visibility into every payment.
Stop chasing payments
Let PayRequest handle the follow-ups. Set up automatic reminders and watch the payments come in.
Request status timeline
Payment request questions, answered
What is a payment request?
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A payment request is a digital message — sent by email, SMS, WhatsApp, Telegram or a shareable link — that asks a customer to pay a specific amount. The recipient clicks the link and pays securely by card, iDEAL, SEPA, Apple Pay or another supported method. It's faster than a traditional invoice and works in any channel.
How do I send a payment request?
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Open PayRequest, enter the customer's email or phone number, the amount and a short description, then click send. The customer instantly receives a branded message with a one-click payment link. You're notified the moment they pay.
How does a payment request work?
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You create a payment request with the amount, description and due date. PayRequest delivers it via your chosen channel. The customer pays through a secure hosted checkout. Funds are routed via your connected provider (Stripe, Mollie or PayPal) and you get an instant notification.
What is the best payment request app?
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PayRequest is the most flexible payment request app for businesses — every feature is on the Free plan, including multi-channel delivery, automatic reminders, custom branding, 20+ payment methods and a self-service customer portal. You only pay 2% per successful payment, capped at €25 per transaction.
Is a payment request the same as an invoice?
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A payment request is a lighter, faster version of an invoice. It collects payment for a specific amount without requiring full invoice metadata (line items, VAT breakdown, invoice numbers). Use a payment request for deposits, quotes, milestones or one-off charges. Use an invoice when you need a formal accounting document.
Can I send a payment request via WhatsApp or SMS?
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Yes. PayRequest lets you send payment requests via WhatsApp, SMS, Telegram, email, QR codes, or any shareable link. Pick the channel your customer prefers — 6+ delivery channels are supported out of the box.
Ready to get paid faster?
Send your first payment request in under a minute. Watch the payments roll in.