> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.yabetoopay.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
# Share a Payment Link
> Discover the best methods to share your payment links
## Get the Link URL
After creating a payment link, you receive a unique URL in the response:
```json theme={null}
{
"id": "plink_abc123def456ghi789jkl012",
"url": "https://checkout.yabetoo.com/p/training",
"slug": "training"
}
```
The URL can take two forms:
* **With custom slug**: `https://checkout.yabetoo.com/p/training`
* **With ID**: `https://checkout.yabetoo.com/p/plink_abc123def456ghi789jkl012`
## Sharing Methods
### Sharing by Email
Embed the link in a professional email:
```html theme={null}
Your order is ready!
Hello [Customer Name],
Thank you for your order. Click the button below to proceed with payment:
```
### Sharing by SMS
Short and direct format:
```text theme={null}
[Your Company] Pay your order of 25,000 XOF securely: https://checkout.yabetoo.com/p/training
```
Use short slugs for SMS to respect character limits.
### Sharing by WhatsApp
Message with context:
```text theme={null}
Hello! 👋
Here's the link to complete your order:
https://checkout.yabetoo.com/p/training
Amount: 25,000 XOF
Payment is 100% secure. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
```
### Sharing on Social Media
For Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc.:
```text theme={null}
🎉 New collection available!
Order directly via this secure link:
👉 https://checkout.yabetoo.com/p/summer-collection
Mobile money payment accepted 📱
```
## Generate a QR Code
Create a QR code to allow customers to scan and access the link:
```bash theme={null}
curl https://api.yabetoo.com/v1/payment-links/plink_abc123/qr \
-H "Authorization: Bearer sk_live_..." \
--output qr-code.png
```
### QR Code Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Description |
| --------- | ------ | ------------------------------------------- |
| `size` | number | Size in pixels (default: 300) |
| `format` | string | Image format: `png`, `svg` (default: `png`) |
```bash theme={null}
curl "https://api.yabetoo.com/v1/payment-links/plink_abc123/qr?size=500&format=svg" \
-H "Authorization: Bearer sk_live_..." \
--output qr-code.svg
```
QR codes are ideal for posters, flyers, business cards, and presentations.
## Website Integration
### Payment Button
```html theme={null}
Buy Now - 25,000 XOF
```
### Embedded Widget (iframe)
```html theme={null}
```
## URL Parameters
You can add parameters to the URL to customize the experience:
| Parameter | Description |
| --------------- | ------------------------------- |
| `prefill_email` | Pre-fill customer email |
| `prefill_name` | Pre-fill customer name |
| `prefill_phone` | Pre-fill phone number |
| `locale` | Interface language (`fr`, `en`) |
| `utm_source` | Campaign source |
| `utm_medium` | Campaign medium |
| `utm_campaign` | Campaign name |
### Example with Parameters
```
https://checkout.yabetoo.com/p/training?prefill_email=customer@example.com&locale=en&utm_source=newsletter&utm_campaign=summer_2024
```
## Conversion Tracking
### With Metadata
Add tracking information when creating the link:
```json theme={null}
{
"metadata": {
"campaign": "summer_2024",
"source": "newsletter",
"affiliate_id": "AFF123"
}
}
```
### With UTM Parameters
```
https://checkout.yabetoo.com/p/training?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=january_promo
```
These parameters are included in webhooks for conversion tracking.
## Best Practices
* Never share your secret key
* Verify that the link is still active before sharing
* Use HTTPS for all integrations
* Configure webhooks to verify payments
* Include a clear description of the product or service
* Specify the amount and currency
* Indicate the validity period if applicable
* Add your support contact information
* Use short and memorable slugs
* Test the link before sharing
* Adapt the message to the communication channel
* Track performance with UTM parameters
* Offer multiple payment methods
* Ensure the link works on mobile
* Provide accessible customer support
## Message Templates
### Invoice
```text theme={null}
Subject: Invoice #1234 - [Your Company]
Hello [Name],
Please find below the link to pay your invoice #1234 for an amount of 50,000 XOF.
👉 Pay now: https://checkout.yabetoo.com/p/invoice-1234
Payment deadline: January 30, 2024
For any questions, contact us at support@your-company.com
Best regards,
[Your Company]
```
### Order Confirmation
```text theme={null}
Subject: Confirm your order - [Your Company]
Hello [Name]!
Your cart is ready. Complete your order by clicking the link below:
🛒 View and pay: https://checkout.yabetoo.com/p/order-xyz
Summary:
- JavaScript Course: 25,000 XOF
- React Course: 35,000 XOF
Total: 60,000 XOF
See you soon!
The [Your Company] Team
```
### Payment Reminder
```text theme={null}
Subject: Reminder - Payment pending
Hello [Name],
We haven't received your payment for [Product/Service] yet.
👉 Pay now: https://checkout.yabetoo.com/p/reminder-xyz
The link expires on [Date].
Need help? Reply to this email.
Best regards,
[Your Company]
```
## Next Steps
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