--- title: 🧾 Link Wallet Payment Option for Donors description: Securely manage and use your preferred payment methods with Link, powered by Stripe. This article walks you through how to log in, manage your wallet, and check out using Link during ClickBid events. --- [Skip to content](https://support.cbo.io/link-payment-option-for-donors#main-content) ![clickbid\_logo\_22\_left\_0\_margin](https://support.cbo.io/hs-fs/hubfs/clickbid_logo_22_left_0_margin.png?width=200&height=59&name=clickbid_logo_22_left_0_margin.png) - [Blog](https://blog.cbo.io/) - [ClickBid Admin](https://cbo.io/admin/login.php) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Blog](https://blog.cbo.io/) - [ClickBid Admin](https://cbo.io/admin/login.php) - [View our Training Videos](https://training.clickbidonline.com/all-courses/) [View our Training Videos](https://training.clickbidonline.com/all-courses/) Welcome to ClickBid's Knowledge Base - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [ClickBid How To Articles](https://support.cbo.io/?hsLang=en) 2. [Credit Card Processing & Payments](https://support.cbo.io/credit-card-processing-payments?hsLang=en) 3. [Credit Card Processing & Payments](https://support.cbo.io/credit-card-processing-payments?hsLang=en#credit-card-processing-payments) # 🧾 Link Wallet Payment Option for Donors **Securely manage and use your preferred payment methods with Link, powered by Stripe.** This article walks you through how to log in, manage your wallet, and check out using Link during ClickBid events. --- ### 🚀 What is Link? Link is a secure, Stripe-powered wallet that allows donors to: - Save and reuse credit cards or bank accounts - Enjoy 1-click checkout across ClickBid events and other Stripe-supported sites - Manage payment options within a simple, consistent interface - Will appear on receipts and bidder statements as paid by Credit Card. --- ### **⚙️ Enabling Link Payments in Event Settings** Link payments are controlled at the **event level**, giving you full flexibility. To manage Link payments: 1. Go to **Software Settings** \> **Auction Settings \> Payment**. 2. Locate the **Enable Link** dropdown. 3. Toggle **Enable Link** to **On** or **Off**, depending on your preference. - - **Link is OFF by default.** - You are **not required** to enable Link. - If you start the process and decide not to continue, you can turn it off at any time. --- ### **🧾 Merchant Account Status: Link** Once Link is enabled, you can track its setup progress from your **Merchant Account** page. You’ll see a new status labeled **Stripe Link Payments**, displayed above **Payouts**: - **Disabled:** Link is turned off - **Pending:** Additional Stripe requirements must be completed - **Enabled:** Link is fully active and available to donors ![](https://support.cbo.io/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Feb-16-2026-11-58-39-6597-AM.png?width=377&height=192&name=image-png-Feb-16-2026-11-58-39-6597-AM.png) If your status shows **Pending**, Stripe is waiting for the required compliance or verification information before this method can be used. --- #### 🛠️ How to Use Link in ClickBid ### 1. **Log In to Link** When prompted to enter a payment method during login or checkout, you’ll see this option: > **“Secure, 1-click checkout with Link”** ![](https://support.cbo.io/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Jun-26-2025-04-03-38-4759-PM.png?width=439&height=365&name=image-png-Jun-26-2025-04-03-38-4759-PM.png) - Click the dropdown to sign in to Link. - Enter your email address. - If new to Link, you’ll create an account. - If you’ve used Link before, your wallet will load. ### ![](https://support.cbo.io/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Jun-26-2025-04-04-21-8849-PM.png?width=556&height=227&name=image-png-Jun-26-2025-04-04-21-8849-PM.png)   🔐 **Note:** Stripe will require a **2FA verification** step to authenticate your identity. - Complete the 2FA verification (sent via SMS or email). #### ![](https://support.cbo.io/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Jun-26-2025-04-06-37-2129-PM.png?width=440&height=255&name=image-png-Jun-26-2025-04-06-37-2129-PM.png)   --- ### 2. **Access Your Link Wallet** Once authenticated: - Your saved payment methods will appear. - If no methods exist yet, you’ll be prompted to add a new card or bank account. ![](https://support.cbo.io/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Jun-26-2025-04-08-31-1945-PM.png?width=500&height=203&name=image-png-Jun-26-2025-04-08-31-1945-PM.png) --- ### 3. **Choose a Payment Method** - Select your preferred method to use for: - Adding a card on file - Completing event checkouts - Click **“Change”** anytime to: - View other saved methods - Add a new one ![](https://support.cbo.io/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Jun-26-2025-04-10-06-7169-PM.png?width=469&height=327&name=image-png-Jun-26-2025-04-10-06-7169-PM.png) --- ### 4. **Add a New Payment Method** You can add a new card or bank account: - During login - During checkout - From your account page If you're already logged in to Link: - Click **“Add New Payment Method”** - Link will guide you through securely entering your details **🔐Note:** When adding a new **bank account** in Link, the account must first be verified. If a payment is attempted before that verification is complete, Link will automatically use the saved card on file as a fallback. --- ### 5\. **Log Out of Link (Optional)** - Click the three-dot menu next to your email in the Link interface - Select **“Log out of Link”** - You’ll return to the traditional payment entry form (manual card entry, Apple Pay, or Google Pay) ![](https://support.cbo.io/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Jun-26-2025-04-11-08-9904-PM.png?width=532&height=61&name=image-png-Jun-26-2025-04-11-08-9904-PM.png) --- ### 6. **Use Link Across ClickBid and Other Sites** Any payment methods saved in Link: - Are stored securely by Stripe - Will be available across all ClickBid events using Stripe - Can be used on other websites that support Link payments --- ### 7. **Update Payment Method While Logged In** If you click **“Add New Payment Method”** while logged in: - Link will appear by default - You can: - Add a new method - Switch between saved options - Choose your preferred payment for the transaction ![](https://support.cbo.io/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Jun-26-2025-04-12-42-2721-PM.png?width=670&height=284&name=image-png-Jun-26-2025-04-12-42-2721-PM.png)   --- ### 🧾 View Your Saved Method Whether you're: - On your **account page**, or - At the **checkout screen** The currently selected Link method will display clearly as the card on file — so you always know what’s being charged. ![](https://support.cbo.io/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Jun-26-2025-04-13-14-6507-PM.png?width=670&height=182&name=image-png-Jun-26-2025-04-13-14-6507-PM.png)   --- ### 🖼️ What You’ll See in ClickBid During your Link experience in ClickBid, expect: - A dropdown login for Link - Email prompt and 2FA step - Saved payment method view - Options to change or add methods - Seamless integration during: - Logging in - Storing a card on file - Checking out at the event 🔐**Note:** When checking out with Link and choosing a bank account, the payment will still display in the software as a credit card payment. 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