Online Payments-overview 
Choose the suitable payment method to accept payments
 Checus provides global and local payment methods with multiple integration models so you can choose based on your business needs. Integration Mode Comparison 
🛡 All integration models are protected by compliance and security controls.
| Integration Mode | Description | Features | Integration Effort | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Hosted Checkout Recommended | Users are redirected to the Checus checkout page to select a payment method and complete payment. | - No need to build a checkout page - Multi-device support - No merchant PCI-DSS certification required | Low-code | 
| Predefined Checkout Recommended | Merchant provides the entry point and redirects users directly to the chosen payment method page. | - Direct redirect to wallet/payment provider page - Flexible control over payment method display - No merchant PCI-DSS certification required | Low-code | 
| API Integration | Merchant integrates Checus web component; card data is securely hosted by Checus. | - Maximum flexibility - Requires self-built checkout - Requires merchant PCI-DSS certification | High-code | 
| Drop-in Component | Embed Checus web components so card data is tokenized and hosted by Checus. | - Sensitive card data hosted by Checus - No merchant PCI-DSS certification required | High-code | 
| Payment Links | Generate a payment link and send it to the user. | - No development required - No merchant PCI-DSS certification required | Low-code | 
