> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.monxa.co/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Onboarding Guide

> Get started with Monxa and start accepting payments across Asia quickly and securely. This guide will take you from account creation to live transactions in three simple steps.

## Get Started in Three Steps

Set up your Monxa account, accept your first payment, and make your first payout fast.

### Step 1: Create Your Monxa Account

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    Kick off your journey by contacting [**sales@monxa.co**](mailto:sales@monxa.co). If your business meets our eligibility criteria, we’ll assign a **dedicated account manager** to guide you.

    <Tip>
      Once we receive your application, your account manager will create a sandbox account so you can begin integration right away while we continue reviewing your application.
    </Tip>
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  <Accordion title="Prepare your business information" icon="books">
    Your dedicated account manager will guide you through the onboarding process and request a few basic details, such as your business information and supporting documents, to set up your merchant account quickly and smoothly.

    1. Provide basic business informaton to set up your merchant profile
    2. Verify your email address and contact
    3. Login in to the Monxa Dashboard to access your account and feature application.
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### Step 2: Integrate in Sandbox Mode

Monxa offers multiple integration options to suit your business needs:

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    Unlock the **full power** of Monxa’s REST APIs to build fully customized payment experiences that fit your unique business model.\
    APIs provide **complete control over the payment flow**, making them ideal for automation, recurring billing, and advanced workflows.

    Scale your business with a flexible, enterprise-grade payment backbone.

    **✅ Best for:** Enterprises or tech-driven businesses needing full customization and advanced workflows.

    **💡 Example:** A **SaaS platform** that automatically charges monthly subscriptions using Monxa’s APIs, integrated directly with their billing system.

    <Tip>
      Scale your business with a **flexible**, enterprise-grade payment backbone.
    </Tip>
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  <Accordion title="Hosted Payment Page" icon="memo" iconType="solid">
    The **fastest way** to start accepting payments. Redirect your customers to **Monxa’s secure, PCI-compliant checkout page**, where they can complete transactions safely and seamlessly.

    **✅ Best for:** Startups or small businesses wanting quick setup without technical overhea

    **💡 Example:** An **online tutoring service** that needs to accept payments immediately can use the hosted page and start collecting fees the same day.

    <Tip>
      Perfect for businesses that want to go live quickly **without handling sensitive payment data**.
    </Tip>
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    Accelerate your integration with Monxa’s **developer-friendly SDKs**, available for popular platforms and programming languages.\
    SDKs simplify complex payment processes while giving you **flexibility to customize** your checkout experience.

    **✅ Best for:** Businesses with in-house developers who want easy integration and faster deployment.

    **💡 Example:** A **mobile food delivery app** integrating Monxa’s Android SDK to securely accept card and wallet payments inside the app.

    <Tip>
      Reduce development time while **keeping full control over the look and feel** of your app
    </Tip>
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    Quickly connect Monxa to **leading e-commerce platforms** using our ready-made plugins.\
    No heavy coding required — just install, configure, and start accepting payments within minutes.

    **✅ Best for:** E-commerce businesses that want quick and simple setup without development work.

    **💡 Example:** A **Shopify or WooCommerce store** using Monxa’s plugin to enable card, wallet, and QR code payments directly at checkout.

    <Tip>
      Designed for merchants who need a **hassle-free, plug-and-play solution**.
    </Tip>
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### Step 3: Go Live and Accept Payments

Once your integration is ready, your account needs to be **verified** and **approved** before you can start processing live transactions. This involves two key steps:

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    ✅ Submit the required business documents to enable real transactions.

    ✅ Our team will review and verify your details, which may include phone or video checks.

    <Tip>
      Typical processing time: **\~7 working days**.
    </Tip>
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    ✅ Complete your **User Acceptance Test (UAT)** and submit results to [**integrations@monxa.com**](mailto:integrations@monxa.com).

    ✅ Once verified, you’ll receive **LIVE API credentials** and can start accepting payments.

    <Tip>
      Your account manager will share a **UAT checklist** to guide you.
    </Tip>
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## Next Steps

You’re all set! Now, dive in and discover the powerful features of Monxa: confidently test your integrations in the sandbox and start accepting payments online, in person, or worldwide effortlessly and securely:

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    Learn how to create and use a sandbox account for testing your Monxa integrations
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    Accept payments online, in person, and worldwide with one solution for any business
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<Note>
  **Need help?** See our [API reference](https://docs.monxa.co/api-reference) or contact our integration [support](https://docs.monxa.co/support).
</Note>