Custom payment methods and manual invoices - Textalk Abicart
Abicart offers flexibility in payment processing by allowing you to add your own custom payment methods, which can include managing invoices manually or integrating a pre-payment option.
Invoicing on Your Own Terms
For businesses that prefer to handle their own invoicing outside of a major checkout provider, Abicart offers a dedicated **"Your own invoice"** payment method.
- This payment option is designed for stores that generate and send invoices using their own financial or business management system, not within the shop itself.
- When setting up this method, you use the "Detailed description" field to clearly communicate to the buyer how to pay, including bank account or BankGiro details and applicable payment rules.
- It is a completely manual process on your end—Abicart does not automatically create or send the invoice.
"Own Payment Method" for Full Customization
Beyond a dedicated invoice option, you can add a generic **"Own payment method"**.
- This is ideal for any manual payment process, serving as a flexible tool for various custom arrangements.
- Similar to manual invoicing, you utilize the detailed description field to inform the customer of the necessary payment steps, such as bank transfer details.
Key Configuration Features
All custom and manual payment methods include comprehensive settings to ensure they fit seamlessly into your business operations:
- Visibility: You control whether the method is active and visible in the checkout.
- Customer Targeting: Define precisely which customer types (private or business) or specific customer groups can use the payment method.
- Order Restrictions: You can set limits to ensure the payment method is only offered if the order total falls within a specific monetary range.
- Fees and Description: Easily add a handling fee to the purchase or modify the name and provide a detailed description that explains how the method works.
While managing payments yourself provides control, leveraging Abicart's integrations with full-service checkout solutions like Klarna or Svea may be a more convenient alternative, as they assume all credit and fraud risk and automate the invoicing process.