Getting Started
Welcome to PayConnect Developer Platform! This guide will help you get started with integrating our APIs into your application.
Choose Your Product
PayConnect offers three main products to meet your financial integration needs:
🚀 Payment Gateway
Accept payments from multiple channels with a single integration.
- Use Case: E-commerce, retail, online services
- Features: QRPH codes, 711 OTC, GCash integration
- Get Started
🔗 Switch APIs
Enable money transfers between different financial institutions.
- Use Case: Remittance, money transfer services
- Features: Bank-to-bank transfers, e-wallet integration
- Get Started
🏦 Core Banking API
Build banking applications with account management capabilities.
- Use Case: Digital banks, fintech apps
- Features: Account creation, balance inquiries, transactions
- Get Started
Prerequisites
Before you start, you'll need:
PayConnect Account
- Sign up at portal.payconnect.io
- Complete merchant verification
API Credentials
- Generate API keys from the portal
- Choose your environment (sandbox/production)
Development Environment
- Node.js, PHP, Python, or any HTTP client
- HTTPS endpoint for webhooks (if needed)
Quick Setup
1. Authentication
All PayConnect APIs use API key authentication. Include your API key in the Authorization header:
http
Authorization: Basic {base64_encoded_api_key}
Content-Type: application/json2. Base URLs
Choose the appropriate base URL for your environment:
- Sandbox:
https://sandbox-api.payconnect.io - Production:
https://api.payconnect.io
3. Test Your Integration
Make a test request to verify your setup:
bash
curl -X GET \
https://sandbox-api.payconnect.io/health \
-H "Authorization: Basic {your_api_key}"Next Steps
- Choose a Product: Select the product that best fits your needs
- Read the Docs: Review the specific documentation for your chosen product
- Test in Sandbox: Use our sandbox environment for testing
- Go Live: Switch to production when ready