At Portal Pay, we're all about making payments smooth and effortless. Our Checkout feature is designed to do just that, offering a dynamic and context-aware solution for processing transactions. Let's dive into how it works and when you might need it.

Endpoints

To access checkout information for a specific payment, use this endpoint:

GET /payments/{id}/checkout

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Pro Tip:
If you're using Portal Pay's Hosted Payment Page, you likely won't need to interact with this API directly. We've got you covered!

What is the Checkout Object?

Understands the context of each payment
Generates tailored options for TransactionRequests
Considers both your Payment ruleset and account configuration

In essence, the Checkout Object figures out how a specific payment can be processed based on your setup and the payment's characteristics.

Key Components of Checkout

Assets

These are the cryptocurrencies your account can accept for a given Payment. They fall into two categories:

Native Coins: Bitcoin, Solana, and Ethereum
Tokens: These are assets that live on various blockchains, like USDC, PEPE, or BONK.

The available assets are determined by your account settings and the specific payment requirements.

Wallets

This is a curated list of wallets that Portal Pay supports on our Hosted Payment Page.

By leveraging the Checkout object, you can create highly tailored payment experiences that align perfectly with your business needs and customer preferences.