# Paylink

Integrating the Paylink lets you send a payment link to customers by text message (SMS) or email as an invoice payment request to accept payments online. This secure link directs your customers to a pre-generated payment form where they can pay by credit card, debit card, or ACH.

Integrate the securely hosted paylink into your website using the [Paylink Settings API](https://docs.xplorpay.com/api-references/payments/cards/gateway-settings/paylink-settings).

The following articles explain how to enable the paylink setting and send it by text message (SMS) or e-mail:

* [get-paylink-settings](https://docs.xplorpay.com/guides/payment-processing-solutions/paylink/get-paylink-settings "mention")
* [enable-paylink](https://docs.xplorpay.com/guides/payment-processing-solutions/paylink/enable-paylink "mention")
* [send-paylink-by-sms-or-email](https://docs.xplorpay.com/guides/payment-processing-solutions/paylink/send-paylink-by-sms-or-email "mention")

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Avoid hosting online payment forms on public pages. This helps prevent fraudulent card testing and delays in card payment processing. For more information, see [protect-paylink](https://docs.xplorpay.com/guides/payment-processing-solutions/paylink/protect-paylink "mention").
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