Unlock global reach with one payments API

Our Unified Payments API gives you immediate access to all the local payment methods, digital wallets, and global card schemes you need to create smarter regional strategies and happier customers.

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Reach more customers

Reduce cart abandonment with your customer’s preferred way to pay, such as BNPL, vouchers, and more.

Expand into new regions

Grow into new markets faster using a single integration to switch on local payment methods globally.

Improve payment acceptance

Increase issuer approvals at a country level with local payment processing and deep expertise.

Pinpoint new opportunities

Build superior strategies with granular country, payments, and reconciliation data at your fingertips.

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Popular payment methods from around the world

Explore our international card schemes, digital wallets, and alternative payment methods you will need for each market. Search for available payment methods by payment type, region, and country so you can switch on the right payment methods your customers know and love.

    “Checkout.com is integrated into all the region's most popular local payment methods. Through one API, we’re able to make the payment methods live across our entire portfolio.”

    Red Bamba

    Senior Manager, Alshaya Group

    Guide

    Switch on the right payment methods

    A wave of Alternative Payment Methods (APMs) are gaining popularity with customers around the world, as 60% of ecommerce consumers say they would abandon their cart if they cannot pay with their preferred payment method.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Find answers below to key questions asked about payment methods. Want to know more? Get in touch with one of our payment experts.

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    What is a digital payment method?

    A digital payment method is also known as an electronic payment. It is the transfer of value from one payment account to another using a digital device. Mobile phone and online bank transfers, mobile wallet payments, in-app payments, online payments (via a computer or a mobile phone), QR code payments, and every other electronic payment qualify as a digital payment.

    To learn more about how digital payment methods can benefit your business, get in touch with one of our payment experts today.

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    What is an alternative payment method?

    Alternative payment methods — APMs for short — refers to any form of payment that isn’t cash or a major international credit card brand. 

    Domestic cards, cash-based vouchers, digital wallets — such as Apple Pay and Google Pay — or bank transfers, including iDEAL in the Netherlands, POLi in Australia and New Zealand, and Przelewy24 in Poland are all considered alternative payment methods. 

    View our blog "What are alternative payment methods?" to learn more. 

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    What are the benefits of accepting local payment methods?

    Accepting local payment methods allows you to scale your business globally while staying highly localized. By giving your customer their preferred method of payment, you can increase transaction rates and reduce cart abandonment. 

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    How can I add new payment methods with Checkout.com?

    Contact our payment experts today and explore which payment methods are best suited for your business. 

    Already a customer? Check out our documentation page and integrate with a payment method now. Alternatively, contact your Customer Success Manager and explore payment method options. 

    Win more customers with the payment methods they love

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