Ecosystem At A Glance
Dashboard
Configure providers, monitor transactions, manage disbursements, and control team access from one place.
APIs and Webhooks
Build server-to-server payment and disbursement flows with full automation and event callbacks.
Hosted Checkout
Send customers to a Payfonte-hosted payment page with local payment methods and minimal integration effort.
How Developers Use Payfonte
Start with the Dashboard
Start with the Dashboard
The dashboard is the fastest way to begin. You can create your account, configure collection or disbursement providers, set webhook URLs, and invite teammates with roles and permissions.This is ideal when you want to go live quickly without building everything from scratch.
Scale with API Integration
Scale with API Integration
Payfonte APIs let you control checkout creation, direct charge, transaction verification, disbursements, and wallet operations from your backend.Use this path when you need advanced control, custom business logic, or tight integration with your internal systems.
Collect with Hosted Checkout
Collect with Hosted Checkout
Hosted checkout is PCI-friendly and supports multiple African payment methods out of the box. You create a checkout session and redirect your customer to complete payment.You can still receive webhook events and reconcile everything through API or dashboard.
Integration Paths
| Path | Best For | Effort |
|---|---|---|
| Dashboard-first | Fast setup and operations | Low |
| Hosted checkout + webhooks | Quick launch with async status updates | Low-Medium |
| Full API integration | Deep customization and automation | Medium-High |
Recommended Rollout
Choose your collection method
Start with hosted checkout or inline flow, then move to direct charge/API where needed.
Implement webhook-driven status updates
Treat webhook events as the source of truth for transaction lifecycle updates.