Built for local service pros
Finish the job. Get paid on the spot.
Send a secure payment link by text or email. Your customer pays by card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay — no app, no account, no chasing checks.
See how it works — three steps, under a minute.
Payment received
$175.00 · just now
Payment request
$175.00
Biweekly lawn service
No account needed. Card details go straight to Stripe.
Under 1 min
to create and send a payment link
$0 extra
added to what your customer pays
Zero apps
for your customer to download
How it works
Three steps. That's the whole thing.
- 1
Create a payment link
Enter the amount, your customer's contact, and what the job was. Takes under a minute.
- 2
Send it by text or email
Your customer opens the link on any phone. No app to download, no account to create.
- 3
Customer pays — you're done
They pay by card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. The paid status shows in your dashboard instantly.
Why Mandalo
Less chasing. More closing out the day.
A clean receipt trail
Every request, payment, and receipt in one place. No more “did they pay me?” scrolling through texts.
Repeat customers pay faster
Customers can save a card securely with Stripe. Every future charge still needs their explicit approval.
A dashboard that keeps up
See pending, paid, and overdue at a glance. Know exactly who to nudge before the week closes out.
Bank-grade card security
Card numbers go straight to Stripe's payment system — the same one big retailers use. Mandalo never stores card data.
FAQ
Common questions
When do I get paid?
Stripe handles payouts to your bank account. Payout timing depends on your Stripe settings — typically 2–7 business days after a payment clears. Mandalo shows you when a customer has paid; Stripe manages the deposit.
Do customers need an account?
No. Customers open the link and pay by card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. No sign-up, no app download, nothing to install.
Can I send links by text or email?
Yes. Enter your customer's phone number or email when creating a request. If you provide an email address, Mandalo can send the link automatically. For phone numbers, copy the link and text it yourself.
Who handles card security?
Stripe. Card numbers, CVCs, and bank details go directly to Stripe's secure payment system. Mandalo never stores raw card data.
Can customers save a card for next time?
Yes. Customers can opt to save their card when they pay. Each future payment request from you still requires their explicit approval before any charge is submitted.
What about refunds and disputes?
If a customer wants a refund, they contact you first — the merchant. You issue refunds through your Stripe account. Card disputes go through the customer's card issuer and Stripe. Mandalo keeps the payment record as part of the receipt trail.
What does Mandalo cost?
Mandalo charges $1.50 per successful payment, plus Stripe's standard processing fees (typically 2.9% + 30¢ per transaction). There's no monthly fee — you only pay when you get paid. Customers never pay extra; the amount shown to them is the amount you requested.
Stop texting “did you get my Zelle?”
Set up Mandalo in a few minutes, connect Stripe, and send your first payment link today.