Overview
Understand payment types and flows before you compare methods in the catalog
Payment typeOnlineCash paymentWallet
Payment flowDirectRedirect
Payment type
| Online | Transactions are processed directly through a bank or payment provider's online platform. |
| Cash payment | Customers generate a voucher or payment code and complete the transaction in cash at a retail location or partner outlet. |
| Wallet | Transactions are processed through a digital wallet, allowing customers to pay from stored funds or linked accounts. |
Payment flow
| Direct | The customer completes the payment without leaving the merchant's website or app. |
| Redirect | The customer is redirected to a third-party site or app to complete the payment. |
Alternative Payment Methods
Glossary
Alternative Payment Methods (APM) refer to non-traditional forms of payment beyond credit and debit cards, providing customers with diverse options for completing transactions. These methods vary globally and include digital wallets, bank transfers, mobile payments, and others.
(APMs)
extend checkout beyond cards. Each method page and choose APM catalog use the labels above to describe how customers pay and where checkout completes.
Review track APM for lifecycle and error-code guidance, then browse methods by region below or open the full catalog.
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