For freelancers, consultants, and small business owners across Africa, landing an international client is a major win. But too often, that victory lap is cut short by the hurdle of actually getting paid.
You’ve done the work, sent the invoice, and then... the wait begins. You find yourself dealing with confusing wire transfers, bank delays that stretch for days, and hidden fees that eat into your hard-earned income. It’s a pain that every business owner knows too well.
What if receiving a payment from a client in New York or London was as simple as sharing a link?
EasySpend has just made that a reality with our new USD Payment Link feature. We’ve built a tool that removes the stress from cross-border payments, putting a digital point-of-sale terminal directly into your pocket.
What is the USD Payment Link Feature?
Think of it as your own personal payment terminal. The USD Payment Link feature in the EasySpend app lets you create a unique web link for every invoice or project. You share that link with your client, they click it, enter their card details, and the money is on its way to you. It’s that simple.
Why We Built It
We created this feature to solve one specific problem: the barrier of cross-border payments. We knew that African business owners were losing too much time and money on outdated methods like wire transfers. Our goal was to make receiving international payments "as easy as sharing a WhatsApp message."
If you have clients in countries like the US, UK, or Canada and need a reliable way to collect USD payments, this feature is for you.
Your client doesn’t need an EasySpend account. They don’t need to navigate complex international banking forms. They simply click the link and land on a secure page where they can pay instantly with their credit or debit card. You don't have to worry about the technical side, security, or whether their payment method will work. The system handles it all, so you can focus on your work.
How to Create Your First USD Payment Link in 3 Minutes
Before You Start
Make sure you have:
1. The EasySpend app installed on your phone.
2. An active and verified EasySpend account.
3. A USD wallet set up within the app to receive your funds.
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Log in to the EasySpend App: Open the app and head to your dashboard.
2. Navigate to Your USD Wallet: Find your USD wallet on the home screen and click "Add Money."
3. Choose Your Option: Select "Receive USD Payment Via Stripe."
4. Select Payment Link Type: You’ll see two options:
· Static Payment Link: A permanent link you can reuse and share with multiple clients.
· Dynamic Payment Link: A one-time link created for a specific invoice.
· Choose "Dynamic Payment Link" to create a link for a single payment.
5. Enter the Amount: Type in the exact amount in USD you need to charge (e.g., $850 for a website build).
6. Select a Reason: Choose the purpose of the payment from the list, such as "Business Payment," "Family Support," or "School Fees." This helps both you and your client keep your finances organized.
7. Generate Your Link: Tap the button to create the link. The app will instantly provide a unique URL.
8. Share With Your Client: Copy the link and paste it into an email, a WhatsApp message, or an SMS.
9. Get Paid: Your client clicks the link, completes the secure checkout, and the funds are credited directly to your EasySpend USD wallet.
Ready to get paid instantly?
Open the EasySpend app on your phone today, navigate to your USD wallet, and create your first payment link. If you don’t have the app yet, download it now from your app store, get verified, and start experiencing the easiest way to receive money from around the world.
