How Payment Links Work
Payment links create individual links you can send to buyers to complete a transaction. You can share these links on web pages, email, text, or QR codes.
Payment links can be either "single-use" or "multiple-use". Single-use payment links are personalized for a specific customer's purchase, while multiple-use links can be used any number of times.
With payment links, instead of logging in to a computer or meeting the seller in person, the buyer can click a link and complete the transaction on their phone or preferred device.
Example use cases for payment links:
- Including a payment link with an invoice for your buyer to pay
- Asking a buyer to pay after they visit your store
- Allowing buyers to pay through chat, email, or social media
Buyer Experience
Payment links are generated by entering transaction details in the HL Hunt Dashboard. After creating the payment link, you can share it with your buyer via a hyperlink, QR code, email, or chat.
When the buyer clicks the link, they will be directed to a payment page where they can enter their card or bank information to complete the transaction.
Payment Link Types
Single-Use Payment Links
Single-use payment links can only be used once. After a buyer completes payment, the link transitions to Completed and cannot accept additional payments.
Use single-use links when:
- Sending a payment request for a specific transaction.
- You want to ensure the link is only valid for one payment.
- Tracking individual purchases tied to specific buyers.
Multiple-Use Payment Links
Multiple-use payment links can accept unlimited payments. The link remains Active until it expires or is manually deactivated.
Use multiple-use links when:
- Accepting recurring payments from multiple buyers.
- Embedding a payment link on a website or in marketing materials.
- You don't need to track individual buyers per transaction.
Each successful payment creates a new Transfer resource. After payment, the buyer sees a confirmation with the items and total amount paid:
Amount Types
Payment links use Fixed amounts — a predetermined total that buyers cannot change. Set the exact payment amount when creating the link.
Payment Link Lifecycle
- Create: Create a payment link in the Dashboard with product details, amount, and settings.
- Share: Share the link with buyers via email, text, QR code, or embed it on your website.
- Pay: The buyer clicks the link and completes payment on the hosted payment page.
- Complete: For single-use links, the state changes to Completed. For multiple-use links, the state remains Active.
Payment Link States
| Status | Description |
|---|---|
| Active | The payment link is available for buyers to use. |
| Completed | A payment has been successfully made (single-use links only). |
| Expired | The link validity period has passed and the link can no longer be used. |
| Deactivated | The payment link was manually deactivated and can no longer be used. |
Refunds
Refunds on payments made through Payment Links are handled the same way as other payments. For more information, see Refunds.