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# Overview

## Start using BraidPay Today

Sign up today for free [BraidPay](https://app.braidpay.com/). 

## Set Up BraidPay

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>​<a href="https://app.gitbook.com/o/cpyupkPiKV3ogTPQn123/s/VQ0EHHJQWmH245Y2BvVs/~/revisions/Bo6VrENtMFjrVgBbBhbg/set-up-braidpay/quickstart"><strong>Create Your Account</strong></a>​<br>Signup and unlock payment features.</td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><a href="/pages/JjjojIyKxaiBPzzLwvtg"><strong>Setting Up Your Wallet</strong></a><br>Securely store, manage, and access your funds with full control.</td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="/pages/DlP3JMN12vcmvkYT02z4"><strong>Identity Verification (KYC)</strong></a></p><p>Verify your identity to ensure secure transactions.</p></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><a href="/pages/9P74WnhZJx7n4zcn4aXv"><strong>Dashboard Overview</strong></a> </td><td>Access key features like creating payment links, sending invoices, and reviewing recent payments.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td><h2><sup><mark style="color:$success;">API Keys</mark></sup></h2></td><td><p>BraidPay API keys allow developers to securely connect their applications to BraidPay.<br>Keys are scoped and environment-specific (Test or Live) to ensure proper access control.</p><p>You</p></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Accept Payments

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><a href="/pages/DSQqnsAqJPnIRyPgQJ1S"><strong>Create an Invoice</strong></a></td><td>Create invoices in minutes and start accepting payments.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="/pages/QwHFLVleY7QejI9V4gc3"><strong>Create Payment Link</strong></a></p><p>Generate a payment link to sell online and start collecting payments instantly.</p></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="/pages/Y8HQbFHeydYA2mZRRr5t"><strong>Get Paid by BraidPay Users</strong></a></p><p>Request and receive payments from BraidPay users, with zero fees.</p></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="/pages/lAEtY6AnHe03sqTQOZyZ"><strong>Email Receipts</strong></a></p><p>Automatically send email receipts to your customers.</p></td><td></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Manage Funds&#x20;

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><p><a href="/pages/pkhLsVHlYrulUQLk1xuw"><strong>Receive Payouts</strong></a></p><p>Withdraw your balance to your bank account</p></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="/pages/6VyrnvMqrTWKtnNpBMck"><strong>Add Bank Account(s)</strong></a></p><p>Set up your bank account to receive payouts.</p></td><td></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Pay With BraidPay

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><p><a href="/pages/JKQmBYEngoogz6cur1bQ"><strong>Pay Invoices &#x26; Payment Links</strong></a></p><p>Settle invoices and payment links directly with BraidPay.</p></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="/pages/XQXq2jmma9JJUVoTyk99"><strong>Send Money to BraidPay Users</strong></a></p><p>Easily send payments to other BraidPay users with zero fees.</p></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="/pages/KESRAiVAI4uEclWmLPH4"><strong>Transfer to Another Crypto Wallet</strong></a></p><p>Transfer your funds to external crypto wallets securely and instantly.</p></td><td></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Security and Privacy Settings&#x20;

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><p><a href="/pages/Y88ZeeMIew4DUSxHdwnv"><strong>Self Custodial Wallet</strong></a></p><p>Manage your own self-custodial wallet to have full control over your funds.</p></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="/pages/x2fJomd253q0Y3eInyxM"><strong>Change Your Pin</strong></a></p><p>Easily update your PIN for enhanced account security.</p></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="/pages/0lcVx9Xw0jDbe0GoAg7P"><strong>Manage Fraud Risks</strong></a></p><p>Learn how to protect your account and mitigate fraud risks.</p></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><a href="/pages/OjDFbJbjSwhAN3RhdP6O">Backup Wallet </a><br>Securely back up your wallet using Google Drive or Passkey, to ensure you can recover access if needed.</td><td></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>