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AutoPayAgent Quick Start Guide — 0 to First Payment in 30 Minutes

You don't need weeks of setup or a developer to start collecting faster payments.

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You don't need weeks of setup or a developer to start collecting faster payments. With AutoPayAgent, you can go from signup to your first payment link live in under 30 minutes—and most customers get their first payment the same day.

Why Speed Matters

82% of small businesses fail because of cash flow, not lack of revenue. The faster you collect, the healthier your business stays. AutoPayAgent removes friction by replacing slow email invoicing with instant SMS payment links.

The 3-Step Setup

Step 1: Create Your Account (2 minutes)

Step 2: Connect Stripe (5 minutes)

Step 3: Send Your First Payment Link (10–15 minutes)

Total time: 20–30 minutes.

First Payment Story

Sarah, a contractor in Phoenix, signed up at 10:00 AM. By 10:26 AM, she'd sent a $1,200 invoice. Her client paid at 10:48 AM. Same-day money in her account.

Quick FAQs

Q: Do I need my own Stripe account?

A: Yes—setup takes 5 minutes, and it keeps your money flowing directly to your bank.

Q: What about security?

A: Every payment is PCI-compliant, encrypted, and secured by Stripe.

Q: Can I try before upgrading?

A: Yes—starter credits let you send test invoices for as little as $1.

Ready to see your first payment come in faster than ever?

Sign up now — send your first SMS invoice in under 30 minutes.

Get Started for $1