====== The Basics ======

===== What is PayFast? =====

If you're a **seller**, [[https://www.payfast.co.za/c/std/our-service|click here]] to learn more about PayFast.

If you're a **buyer**, [[https://www.payfast.co.za/c/std/what-is-payfast|click here]] to learn more about PayFast.


===== What methods of payment do you offer? =====

We facilitate payment by credit cards, debit cards, EFTs (via Internet Banking) and cash (via Ukash)

For more on the payment methods we offer, please see the [[start#payment_methods|payment methods on this help site]] or the the [[http://www.payfast.co.za/c/std/payment-methods|Payment Methods]] page on the main site.


===== What eCommerce engines/shopping carts does PayFast have modules for? =====

PayFast has pre-built modules for a number of eCommerce engines/shopping carts.

See our [[https://www.payfast.co.za/c/std/shopping-carts|Shopping Carts]] page for a full list and to download.

===== What are your fees? =====

We charge NO setup or monthly fixed costs.

We only charge per transaction fees, so we only make money when YOU make money!

Our per transaction fees are detailed on our [[https://www.payfast.co.za/c/std/fees|Fees page]].

=====I'm from a "non SA country". Can I receive with PayFast?=====

PayFast is a South African service designed for holders of South African bank accounts, so unfortunately, we cannot be of service to you.