Payments
This guide explains how payments work for businesses on adly.news, including how to pay for bookings and manage your payment history.
Understanding Payments
How Payments Work
When you book an ad slot:
Select and configure — Choose your ad slot and provide details
Payment — Pay securely through Stripe
Confirmation — Booking is confirmed upon successful payment
Fulfillment — Newsletter owner publishes your ad
Payment Processing
All payments are processed through Stripe:
Secure, encrypted transactions
Major credit and debit cards accepted
Payment receipts sent via email
No card details stored on adly.news
Making a Payment
During Booking
When completing a booking:
Review your booking summary
Enter payment information
Complete the transaction
Payment Information Required
Card Number
Your credit or debit card number
Expiration Date
Month/Year
CVC
3-4 digit security code
Billing Address
May be required
Payment Confirmation
After successful payment:
You'll see a confirmation screen
Email receipt is sent
Booking status changes to "Confirmed"
Newsletter owner is notified
Payment Security
Secure Processing
Stripe handles all payment processing:
PCI-DSS compliant
Industry-standard encryption
Fraud detection
Secure handling of card data
What adly.news Stores
Transaction history
Payment amounts
Invoice records
What adly.news Doesn't Store
Full card numbers
CVCs
Sensitive payment credentials
Viewing Payment History
Accessing Payments
Navigate to Payments in the sidebar
View your payment history
Payment History Information
Your payment history shows:
Date
When the payment was made
Amount
How much you paid
Newsletter
Which newsletter the payment was for
Status
Payment status
Booking
Associated booking
Payment Statuses
Completed
Payment successful
Pending
Processing in progress
Failed
Payment did not go through
Refunded
Payment was refunded
Invoices
Receiving Invoices
After each payment:
Invoice is generated
Available in your payment history
Email receipt sent
Invoice Contents
Each invoice includes:
Invoice Number
Unique identifier
Date
Invoice date
Amount
Total charged
Description
What you paid for
Your Details
Your business information
Accessing Invoices
Go to Payments
Find the relevant transaction
Download or view the invoice
Payment Issues
Payment Declined
If your payment is declined:
Check card details are correct
Verify sufficient funds/credit
Try a different card
Contact your bank if issues persist
Common Decline Reasons
Incorrect details
Verify and re-enter
Insufficient funds
Use a different card
Card expired
Update card information
Bank block
Contact your bank
Fraud prevention
Verify with your bank
Retry Payment
If payment fails during booking:
The booking may be saved as pending
Return to complete payment
Use updated or different payment method
Refunds
When Refunds Apply
Refunds may be issued for:
Cancelled bookings (per platform policy)
Non-delivery of services
Platform errors
Refund Process
If a refund is due:
Refund is initiated through the platform
Funds return to original payment method
Processing time: 5-10 business days
Confirmation email sent
Refund Status
Check refund status in your payment history:
Refund Pending
Refund initiated
Refund Processing
In progress
Refunded
Complete
Managing Payment Methods
Entering Payment Information
Payment information is entered during each booking:
No card storage required
Enter details at checkout
Secure one-time entry
Saved Payment Methods
If the platform offers saved payment methods:
Option to save card for future use
Stored securely with Stripe
Easily select for future bookings
Updating Payment Information
If you need to update:
Enter new details at your next booking
Or manage saved methods in your account settings
Billing for Businesses
Tax Considerations
You're responsible for any applicable taxes
Invoices show payment amounts
Consult your accountant for tax treatment
Keep records for your accounting
Business Expense Records
Use your payment history for:
Expense tracking
Budget management
Financial reporting
Tax documentation
Multiple Bookings
Separate Payments
Each booking is a separate transaction:
Pay for each booking individually
Each has its own invoice
Payment history shows all transactions
Bulk Campaigns
If you have multiple bookings from a campaign:
Each approved application is a separate booking
Each has its own payment
Track all in payment history
Common Questions
What payment methods are accepted?
Major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) are accepted through Stripe.
Is there a minimum booking amount?
Minimums are set by individual newsletter owners on their ad slots.
Can I pay via invoice/wire transfer?
Currently, online card payment through Stripe is the primary method. Contact platform support for alternative arrangements.
How long does payment processing take?
Payments are typically processed immediately. Confirmation is instant upon successful payment.
What if I need to dispute a charge?
Contact platform support first to resolve the issue. Disputed charges may affect your account standing.
Are payments in USD only?
Payments are processed in USD. Your bank may apply currency conversion if your card is in another currency.
Can I get a receipt for my records?
Yes, email receipts are sent automatically, and invoices are available in your payment history.
Best Practices
Before Booking
Ensure your card is valid
Verify sufficient funds/credit
Have billing details ready
During Payment
Double-check entered details
Wait for confirmation
Don't refresh or close during processing
After Payment
Save your receipt/invoice
Verify booking confirmation
Track in your records
Next Steps
View your bookings in My Bookings
Communicate with newsletter owners via Messages
Manage notification preferences in Settings
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