How to create payment links on Stripe

beginner 8 min read Updated 2026-03-18

Quick Answer

Create payment links in Stripe by navigating to the Payment Links section in your dashboard, adding products with pricing, and configuring checkout settings. Once created, you can share the generated link with customers to accept payments without coding.

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Prerequisites

Active Stripe account
Verified business information
Products or services to sell
Basic understanding of payment processing

Step-by-Step Instructions

Access Payment Links in Stripe Dashboard

Log into your Stripe Dashboard and navigate to Products in the left sidebar. Click on Payment links from the dropdown menu. Then click the Create payment link button in the top right corner.

You can also access Payment Links directly from the main dashboard search bar by typing 'payment links'.

Add Products to Your Payment Link

Click Add product to select existing products or create new ones. For new products, enter the Product name, Description, and upload product images if desired. Set your pricing by selecting One time or Recurring and enter the amount in your preferred currency.

You can add multiple products to a single payment link to create a mini storefront.

Configure Customer Information Settings

In the Collect customer information section, choose what information to collect from customers. Select Email addresses (required for receipts), Phone numbers, and Billing addresses based on your needs. Toggle Shipping address if you're selling physical products.

Collecting minimal information reduces checkout friction and improves conversion rates.

Set Up Payment Options and Checkout

Under Payment options, enable your preferred payment methods like cards, digital wallets, or bank transfers. Configure Checkout settings by adding a custom header, success message, and redirect URL. Set quantity limits if needed by adjusting Quantity settings.

Enable automatic tax calculation in checkout settings if you need to collect taxes.

Configure Advanced Settings

Scroll to Advanced settings to customize additional options. Set up Promotional codes if you want to offer discounts, configure Custom fields for additional customer data, and set Purchase limits to control inventory or exclusivity.

Preview and Create Your Payment Link

Click Preview to see how your payment link will appear to customers. Review all settings, product details, and checkout flow. If everything looks correct, click Create link to generate your payment link.

Test the preview thoroughly on both desktop and mobile to ensure a smooth customer experience.

Copy and Share Your Payment Link

Once created, Stripe will display your unique payment link URL. Click the Copy link button to copy the URL to your clipboard. You can also click Share to get additional sharing options including QR codes, or click Customize to modify the link later.

Save the payment link URL in a secure location and consider creating a shortened version for easier sharing.

Common Issues & Troubleshooting

Payment link shows 'This link is not available' error

Check if the payment link is active in your Stripe dashboard. Go to Payment links, find your link, and ensure the status shows Active. If deactivated, click Activate to restore it.

Customers cannot complete checkout

Verify your account verification status in Stripe Dashboard. Go to Settings > Account details and complete any pending verification requirements. Also check that your payment methods are properly configured.

Payment link doesn't display correct pricing

Edit your payment link and review the product pricing settings. Ensure the currency matches your account's default currency and that tax settings are configured correctly in Settings > Tax.

Unable to create payment link

Ensure your Stripe account has payments enabled and all required business information is complete. Check Settings > Business settings for any missing details or compliance requirements.

Prices mentioned in this guide are pulled from current plan data and may change. Always verify on the official Stripe website before purchasing.

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