AbacatePay
Quick Payments & Simplified Subscriptions for SaaS in Brazil
What is AbacatePay?
AbacatePay is a payment gateway focused on simplifying billing for startups, SaaS, and quick MVPs in Brazil. Developed with developers and micro-SaaS founders in mind, it avoids the typical integration friction and bureaucracy of traditional gateways, offering straightforward support for **PIX**, **credit cards**, and **recurring billing (subscriptions)**.
Why Choose AbacatePay for Your MVP?
🇧🇷 Full PIX Integration
Generate PIX QR Codes and copy-paste codes automatically. Instantly confirm payments via webhooks.
🔄 Recurring Subscriptions
Create and manage monthly or yearly billing plans with automatic renewals and flexible invoicing.
🛑 Zero Bureaucracy to Start
Fast onboarding for both individuals (CPF) and businesses (CNPJ). Start receiving payments on the same day.
🔌 Minimalist API & Webhooks
One of the most direct billing APIs in the market. Send simple JSON requests and track status updates through stable webhooks.
Practical Example: Generating a Billing Link (PIX/Card)
Here is an example of a direct HTTPS POST request to create a new billing charge on AbacatePay using Node.js:
async function createBillingLink(customerData, amountInCents) {
const url = 'https://api.abacatepay.com/v1/billing/create';
const payload = {
frequency: 'ONE_TIME', // Or 'WEEKLY', 'MONTHLY', 'YEARLY' for subscription
methods: ['PIX', 'CARD'],
amount: amountInCents, // Amount in cents (e.g. 9900 for R$ 99,00)
returnUrl: 'https://your-saas.com/payment/success',
completionUrl: 'https://your-saas.com/dashboard',
customerId: customerData.id // Customer ID registered on AbacatePay
};
const response = await fetch(url, {
method: 'POST',
headers: {
'Content-Type': 'application/json',
'Authorization': `Bearer ${process.env.ABACATEPAY_API_KEY}`
},
body: JSON.stringify(payload)
});
const data = await response.json();
if (!response.ok) throw new Error(data.message);
return data.url; // Checkout URL provided by AbacatePay
}