Link by Stripe is a digital wallet that clients can use to make payments in the Client Portal. To accept Link as a payment method, you must have an online payments account set up. For more information, see Getting started with online payments.
- What is Link?
- Who is Link available for?
- Can I add Link payments?
- Can I see Link payments in my account?
Note: You can provide clients with our guide on Billing in the Client Portal for a walkthrough on using Link as a payment method.
What is Link?
Link is a digital wallet that clients can use as a payment method in the Client Portal. Entering their card information and choosing the option to Save my information for faster checkout stores the payment method using their contact information, which they can use for one-click payments in the future.
Link also allows clients to connect their bank account for Link instant bank payments. Standard processing fees apply for any payments added via Link, including bank payments.
Who is Link available for?
Link is available for any clients who have signed up to use Link. In addition to the Client Portal, they can sign for Link at link.com or when using a Link-supported website.
Can I add Link payments?
Link allows clients to connect their card or bank account as payment methods. Once added, these will be saved in their profile and can be used to add payments from your account. Cards added via Link will be displayed in the client’s file as standard cards, while bank accounts added via Link will be listed as a separate payment method.
Can I see Link payments in my account?
Card payments added with Link will be noted as normal charges. Bank payments added with Link will be noted as Link - Bank Account payments in the card transactions page.