How to create a one-time payment request

A one-time payment request allows you to collect a specific amount from a single student using a secure, shareable payment link. This method is ideal for admissions fees, renewals, trial conversions, or any ad-hoc collections that are not recurring.

Written by Sumit Kapoor

Introduction

Once created, Lynk automatically sends the payment link to the student via WhatsApp and SMS, ensuring quick and reliable delivery.

When to Use a One-Time Payment Request

One-time payment requests are best suited for situations such as:

  • Admission or enrollment fees

  • Monthly or short-term renewals

  • Trial-to-paid conversions

  • Equipment, material, or special session charges

  • Any custom or non-recurring collection

Each request is tagged to a specific student and does not affect other students or future payments.

How One-Time Payment Requests Work

When you create a one-time payment request:

  • A unique payment link is generated for the selected student

  • The link is automatically sent to the student’s registered WhatsApp number and via SMS

  • The student can complete payment using online methods

  • The payment is credited to your configured payout destination

The link remains active for 24 hours, after which it expires if unpaid.

Steps to Create a One-Time Payment Request

Step 1: Go to Request Payment

Navigate to:

Payments → Request Payment

This opens the payment request creation screen.

Step 2: Select the Student

Choose the student you want to request payment from.

Each payment request can be created for one student at a time.

Step 3: Enter Payment Amount

Enter the amount you want to collect.

This is the net amount you intend to receive, before any gateway fee adjustments.

Step 4: Add Description (Optional)

You may add a short description such as:

  • “January renewal fee”

  • “Admission charges”

  • “Swimming class – special session”

This helps the student understand what the payment is for.

Step 5: Choose Gateway Fee Handling

Select who bears the payment gateway fee:

  • You pay the fee, or

  • Pass the fee to the student

Lynk clearly shows:

  • What the student pays

  • What you receive

before you create the request.

Step 6: Create the Payment Request

Tap Create Payment Request.

Once created:

  • The payment link is generated instantly

  • The link is automatically sent via WhatsApp and SMS to the student

  • You can also copy the link and share it manually if needed

What Happens After the Request Is Created

  • The student receives the payment link immediately

  • The link remains active for 24 hours

  • If unpaid after expiry, the link stops working

  • You can generate a new payment request at any time

Successful payments are reflected in your payments section.

Key Things to Know

  • One-time payment requests are student-specific

  • Each request is independent and does not recur until auto payments reminder are set

  • Payment links are time-bound for security

  • Payouts depend on completed bank and compliance setup

Summary

One-time payment requests in Lynk provide a fast, flexible, and secure way to collect payments for individual needs.

With automated notifications, clear fee visibility, and simple tracking, they are ideal for handling non-recurring collections without friction.

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