One-Time Payment
A One-Time Payment Product in BagelPay is a digital item that customers purchase with a single, upfront payment—no recurring charges or subscriptions. This model is ideal for selling e-books, software licenses, downloadable content, or any product or service that requires only a one-time transaction.
Understanding One-Time Payment
Scenarios that call for a one-time payment model include the following:
Physical Goods and Retail: Ideal for tangible products like clothing, electronics, furniture, or groceries, where customers pay a single upfront price to own the item outright.
Single-Use Digital Products: Suitable for downloadable software, e-books, templates, or media files, where the user gains lifetime access upon purchase without needing ongoing updates or maintenance.
Event Tickets: For one-time experiences such as concerts, conferences, plays, or sports games, customers pay a single price to attend.
Education and Certification: One-time payment works well for courses or certifications not tied to a subscription model, where the value is delivered through a single offering or completion of a program.
Customized or Bespoke Services: Personal services such as photography sessions, design projects, consulting services, or home repairs often involve a one-time payment for specific deliverables.
Art and Collectibles: For purchasing original artworks, antiques, or rare collectibles, where the customer pays for ownership of the item rather than ongoing access or usage.
Travel and Tourism: Applicable for booking flights, hotel stays, tours, or vacation packages, where the payment covers a defined period or service.
Licenses and Rights: One-time payments are common for intellectual property usage, such as licensing a song, purchasing exclusive rights to a photograph, or acquiring patents.
Standalone Hardware or Devices: Electronics or appliances (e.g., cameras, refrigerators, laptops) often require a single payment for ownership unless bundled with a subscription for additional services.
Non-Recurring Software Features: For software offering permanent licenses instead of subscription-based access (e.g., Adobe programs under perpetual license models).
One-off Donations or Contributions: Crowdfunding or charity campaigns often involve one-time contributions rather than recurring commitments.
Homeownership and Real Estate: Purchasing property, land, or high-value assets typically involves a one-time fee rather than ongoing payments.
How to Add a One-Time Payment Product
Navigate to the Dashboard
Log in to your BagelPay dashboard.
Go to the Products Section
Click Product in the sidebar to view your catalogue.
Add a New Product
Click Create Product and select One-Time Payment Product.
Enter Product Details
Fill in the following fields:
Product Name: Clear, descriptive name
Description: Detailed explanation, features, and benefits
Price: Set a one-time price
Product Category: Select the appropriate tax category
Whether tax in price: If select No, the VAT/GST will be add into the price.
Save Your Product
Click Add product. Your product is now available for customers to purchase.
How to Edit a One-Time Payment Product
Access the Products Section
From your dashboard, go to Products.
Locate the Product to Edit
Find the product in the list and click the edit button.
Update Product Details
Edit any of the following:
Product Name: Clear, descriptive name
Description: Detailed explanation, features, and benefits
Price: Set a one-time price
Product Category: Select the appropriate tax category
Whether tax in price: If select No, the VAT/GST will be add into the price.
Save Changes
Click Update product to apply your updates.
How to Archive a One-Time Payment Product
Remove a product from your catalogue if it’s discontinued or no longer relevant. Archived products cannot be purchased by new customers, but existing sales records remain.
Access the Products Section
Go to Products in your dashboard.
Find the Product to Archive
Scroll or search to locate the product.
Archive the Product
Click the Archive Product button and confirm when prompted.
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