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About PayNow

PayNow is an online payment platform from Softwarehouse that supports secure transactions in Zimbabwe. It combines personal payment solutions, business payment options, and integrations with Mastercard, OneMoney, and Telecash so users can process payments conveniently. PayNow allows businesses and individuals to make and receive payments in various formats, facilitating e-commerce and everyday transactions. It provides features tailored for different user needs, ensuring flexibility across various platforms. Key capabilities: personal payments business payments Mastercard integration OneMoney support Telecash compatibility Best for: individuals and businesses that need reliable online payment solutions.

PayNow Details

Vendor
Softwarehouse
Year Launched
2013
Location
207 Josiah Tongogara Avenue, Cnr 9th Street, Harare, Zimbabwe
Deployment
cloud
Training Options
documentation
Countries Served
Zimbabwe
Languages
English
Users
SMBs, enterprises, individual merchants across Zimbabwe
Industries Served
E‑commerce, utilities, financial services, telecommunication, education, insurance
Tags
Online payments, digital payments, mobile money, bill payment, ecommerce, payment gateway, fintech, PayNow

PayNow's In-App Market Place

Does PayNow have an in-app market place?

Yes

How many Mini-Apps in the marketplace?

1

Mini Apps

N/A

Pricing Options

Free trial
Free version
Request a quote
Promo Offer

Accepted Payment Currencies

USD ($), ZWL ($), ZAR (R)

Pros & Cons

  • Connects to multiple payment networks and supports local bank settlements efficiently.
  • Provides an Escrow facility to ensure secure transactions and mediate disputes.
  • Allows merchants to accept card and mobile money under a single contract easily.
  • Payments are settled quickly into local accounts, avoiding unnecessary delays.
  • No setup or standing fees, only low transaction-based costs for merchants.
  • Escrow mediation may slow down fund release for certain transactions.
  • Mobile money payments depend on network stability, affecting reliability.
  • Not all merchants may be verified, leading to potential trust issues.
  • Utility and airtime options are country-specific, limiting broader adoption.
  • Advanced developer integrations require technical knowledge for setup.

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