Payment Methods
Overview of various payment methods available for supporters on the fundraising platform.
Payment Methods
Provide supporters with modern ways to give using cards, wallets, bank transfers, and noncash methods.
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Givetly’s turnkey payment methods make it easy to integrate current payment systems into your giving process. All payment options offered by Givetly can be enabled from the Dashboard settings without requiring coding.
We categorize payment methods into five families:
- Cards
- Bank Debits
- Bank Redirects
- Wallets
- Crypto
Each family shares similar features, with a simplified activation process and uniform Checkout experience.
Cards
Cards are a popular way for supporters to give online. Through Stripe, Givetly supports both global and local card networks.
| Region | Card Networks |
|---|---|
| Global | Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club |
| US and Canada | Discover |
| Europe | Cartes Bancaires |
| Asia | JCB, China Union Pay |
| Latin America | — |
Some cards have different features or restrictions depending on your organization’s location or where your supporters are giving from. Learn more
Bank Debits
Bank debits are ideal for high-value donations, allowing your organization to debit a supporter’s bank account directly, with their permission.
| Region | Bank Debit Methods |
|---|---|
| US and Canada | ACH Direct Debit, Canadian PADs |
| Europe | Bacs Direct Debit, SEPA Direct Debit |
| Australia | BECS Direct Debit |
Bank Redirects
Bank redirects allow supporters to donate using their bank account through a secure, intuitive checkout process. They are highly popular outside the US and help improve conversion rates while reducing fraud.
| Region | Bank Redirect Methods |
|---|---|
| Europe | iDEAL |
Wallets
Wallets provide a fast and secure way for supporters to give using a saved card or a stored balance. This can improve conversion and reduce fraud, particularly on mobile devices.
| Region | Wallet Methods |
|---|---|
| Global | PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay |
| US and Canada | Venmo (US only) |
Crypto
Crypto payment methods offer a chance for your organization to collect donations often classified as property. Learn more about enabling crypto donations →
Payment Providers
Every available payment method is supported by a single payment provider. The provider must be linked to your Givetly account to enable its methods. Here’s a look at which providers support which payment networks:
| Provider | Supported Methods |
|---|---|
| Stripe | Card payments, Apple Pay, Google Pay, ACH, Bacs, BECS, SEPA, ACSS (PAD), iDEAL |
| PayPal | Venmo, PayPal |
| Gemini | Crypto |
Troubleshooting
If you encounter issues with a payment method or have questions, consult Givetly’s payment method support articles.