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Paystack

by Stripe

Payments for Africa.

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Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

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Key facts

Vendor
Stripe
Pricing
Usage-based — Free
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Web, Api
Best for
African Business, Developers
Editor rating
4.6 / 5
Founded
2015
Headquarters
Lagos, Nigeria

What is Paystack?

Paystack is a payment processing tool from Stripe. Paystack is a modern payments platform for businesses across Nigeria and Africa.

Paystack uses usage-based pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free.

It's best suited to african-business, developers and runs on Web, Api.

Standout strengths include great dx, africa coverage, reliable. Worth weighing: region-specific.

Paystack pricing

Per transaction
Custom
Get Per transaction

Pros

  • Great DX
  • Africa coverage
  • Reliable

Cons

  • Region-specific

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Frequently asked questions

What is Paystack?

Paystack is a modern payments platform for businesses across Nigeria and Africa.

How much does Paystack cost?

Paystack is usage-based-priced. It has a free tier.

Does Paystack have a free trial?

Paystack offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.

What platforms does Paystack support?

Paystack is available on Web, Api.