PayLinker
SMS deposit app for bookings

Get paid in minutes — send a payment link by SMS or email.

Create a secure payment link, send it to your customer, and track the status in real time. Perfect for deposits, invoices, rentals, and appointments — not just bookings.

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Accepted payment methods

Your customers can pay in seconds, on mobile or desktop.

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Accepted payment methods: Your customers can pay in seconds, on mobile or desktop.. Secure payments powered by Stripe.

How it works

Follow an SMS payment link from creation to confirmation.

Create the payment link

Enter the phone number, identity, amount and memo.

PayLinker side

Ready to send

Customer side

Waiting

Phone number

0505010105

Full name

Lucy Martin

Amount

€189.00

Label

Catering booking

SMS sent to Lucy

PayLinker pushes the link as soon as you click “Send”.

PayLinker SMS

[PayLinker] – Your secure payment link:

paylinker.fr/abc

Please pay €189.00 for “Catering booking”.

PayLinker SMS

[PayLinker] – Your secure payment link:

paylinker.fr/abc

Please pay €189.00 for “Catering booking”.

The secure link lands directly on their phone.

Secure Stripe checkout

Amount charged

€189.00

Catering booking

Card number
Expiry
CVC

Order paid

You receive €189.00 and the SMS link becomes the receipt.

Amount charged

€189.00

Catering booking

Ready to get paid?

Sign up for free

Send SMS payment links and get paid with PayLinker + Stripe.

3 reasons you get paid faster by SMS

Under 24h

Faster payments

Most payments complete within 24 hours after an SMS link is sent.

A few clicks

Effortless sending

Create and send a secure payment link from PayLinker.

Fewer no-shows

A safer schedule

Deposits and SMS reminders help confirm more bookings and payments.

An app built for professionals who need to get paid fast.

Deposits, instalments, reminders, receipts: PayLinker centralises everything in a simple interface, while Stripe processes payments and pays funds to your account. PayLinker adapts to your workflow: SMS for instant reach, email for formal requests, with the same secure link.

Deposit collection

Ask for a deposit before an appointment, reservation or intervention to secure your schedule.

Payment in 1 to 4 instalments via Stripe, when available

Thanks to Stripe, offer payment in several instalments when this option is available. Funds are paid directly to your Stripe account, and Stripe manages the instalment schedule.

Payment link by SMS

Create a link from PayLinker, send it in 1 click by SMS. Your customer pays from their smartphone.

Real-time tracking

Receive an alert as soon as a payment is completed and view the full history.

Automatic receipt

After payment, your customer can access a downloadable receipt (PDF or equivalent).

Simple & mobile-friendly interface

Accessible from phone, tablet or computer. The app is perfect for on-site professionals.

Work as a team

Invite up to 10 agents to your organization (subscribers only).

Send a payment link in seconds.

From the PayLinker app, generate a payment link, choose the amount and plan (1 to 4 instalments), then send it by SMS. Your customer pays via Stripe; funds are sent to your Stripe account without being held by PayLinker. The professional freely chooses the delivery channel: email (free) or SMS (1 credit).

  • Payment links by SMS or email.
  • Secure payments via Stripe.
  • No terminal, no app required — for appointments, quotes, rentals and services.

Example SMS sent

[Your Business] – Your secure payment link: pay.linker/ABC123. Please pay 120,00 € to confirm your appointment.

The link is unique, secure and works on smartphone, tablet or computer. Once the payment is completed, a receipt is automatically generated.

Designed for tradespeople, service providers and freelancers.

Ideal whenever you need to secure a booking, appointment or intervention with a deposit or quick payment. PayLinker is also used to collect payments after a quote, invoice remotely, secure rentals, or request payment before a visit.

Tradespeople

Plumber, locksmith, electrician… Take a deposit before travelling.

Restaurants & caterers

Secure reservations with a quick SMS payment.

Leisure & rentals

Jet-ski, bikes, equipment… Lock a slot with an online deposit.

Home services

Secure your travel with upfront payment.

Liberal professions

Get fees paid remotely.

SMEs & freelancers

Modernise your payments without changing banks.

Stripe reliability, PayLinker simplicity.

Payments are processed on Stripe’s PCI-DSS-certified infrastructure. Funds land directly in your Stripe account, and PayLinker never sees or stores card numbers.

  • Payments are processed on Stripe’s PCI-DSS-certified infrastructure. PayLinker never sees or stores card numbers.
  • 3D Secure and built-in fraud prevention tools.
  • Payment in 1 to 4 instalments via Stripe, when available and without complex paperwork.

Example Stripe fees (France)

  • EEE card: 1.5% + €0.25
  • Premium EEE card: 1.9% + €0.25
  • Non-EEE card: 3.25% + €0.25
  • Installment payment: from 4.99% + €0.40

These are indicative fees based on Stripe’s public pricing in France at the time of writing. Actual fees may vary. Always refer to Stripe’s official pricing page for up-to-date information and your specific account conditions.

You pay Stripe’s banking fees on each transaction. PayLinker does not add any hidden fees.

Simple and transparent pricing.

Start for free, then choose the plan that fits your SMS volume.

Free

€0 / month

To get started with no commitment.

  • Unlimited payment links
  • Payments in 1 to 4 instalments via Stripe, when available
  • 1 SMS = 1 credit, email delivery free
  • PayLinker fee: 0.5% + €0.20 per transaction (Stripe fees billed separately)
  • Simple payment page

PayLinker subscription

€9.90 / month

For pros who charge clients regularly.

  • Everything included in Free
  • 1 SMS = 1 credit, email delivery free
  • PayLinker fee: 0% (Stripe fees remain separate)
  • 20 SMS credits offered with your first PayLinker subscription
  • Then 20 bonus SMS credits every month
  • Custom branding (logo)
  • Priority support
  • Invite up to 10 agents to send and track payments together

SMS credits

Packs from €15

Top up your credit balance as you go.

  • 100 credits = €15.00
  • 200 credits = €28.00
  • 500 credits = €65.00
  • 1,000 credits = €120.00

1 SMS = 1 credit for both plans. Email delivery stays free.

Cancelling the PayLinker subscription

All our plans are commitment-free.

You can stop the PayLinker subscription at any time from your PayLinker customer area, in “Billing / Subscription”. The cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period; amounts already billed for the ongoing period remain due and are not refunded.

Watch how to create an SMS payment in video

A short PayLinker demo (about 1 minute).

FAQ

Can I get a refund for my subscription or SMS credits?

Amounts paid for the PayLinker subscription and SMS credit packs are non-refundable, except where required by law or for a malfunction solely attributable to PayLinker. If you have an issue or concern with an invoice, you can contact support at contact@paylinker.fr; we review each request on a case-by-case basis and may offer a credit or goodwill gesture if needed.

How do I stop my PayLinker subscription?

You can stop the PayLinker subscription at any time from your PayLinker customer area, under “Billing / Subscription”. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current period: you keep PayLinker subscription features until then, and billing stops after that, except for any SMS credit usage.

Get paid remotely, without friction

Start today, no commitment, invoice your clients in a few clicks.

Discover the key benefits of PayLinker

Why use payment links by SMS or email

Payment links sent by SMS or email help professionals get paid remotely without a card terminal. This is ideal for service businesses, bookings, deposits, and appointments. Unlike traditional terminals, a payment link requires no hardware. The customer receives a secure link, opens it, and pays online from a phone or computer. To see the full flow, visit how it works. This approach is used to collect deposits, confirm bookings, charge remotely, and reduce unpaid invoices or last-minute cancellations. Details about plans are available on pricing.

Common use cases for PayLinker

PayLinker is used by professionals who want a simple and fast way to collect payments. Tradespeople use it to request a deposit before a job. Beauty and wellness businesses use it to secure appointments. Sports clubs, leisure activities, and rental services also use payment links to confirm bookings and reduce no-shows. Explore industry use cases on sectors, for example beauty services or sports and leisure.

Work as a team: up to 10 agents

Invite up to 10 agents (subscribers) to create and send payment links in seconds, even on the go. Each agent can send payment requests and track incoming payments in real time: reminders, paid status, automatic receipts — all within the same organization.

Security and reliability

Payments sent with PayLinker are processed by certified payment infrastructure. Customers’ card details are never stored on the professional’s website. Each payment link is secured and lets customers pay with confidence. A confirmation is sent after payment, providing clear traceability for both the professional and the end customer.