> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.payr.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.payr.com/payment-interface/payr-sdk/features.md).

# Features

The Payr SDK offers flexible payment features that you can enable based on your platform's needs. Choose which features to activate for your users.

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### Available Features

#### Alternative Payment Methods (APMs)

Expand payment options beyond cards with popular Asian payment methods.

**What's included:**

* Alipay (Hong Kong & China)
* WeChat Pay
* UnionPay

**Benefits:**

* Reach international students and users
* Offer familiar payment methods from their home countries

**Best for:** Platforms with international users

[**Learn how to implement APMs →**](/payment-interface/payr-sdk/features/alternative-payment-methods-apms.md)

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#### Recurring Payments

Automate monthly rent payments with scheduled payment processing.

**What's included:**

* Payment schedules based on tenancy
* Pause and resume functionality
* Payment management dashboard
* Automatic retry on failed payments

**Benefits:**

* Users never miss a rent payment
* Reduces manual payment burden
* Improves on-time payment rates
* Set-it-and-forget-it convenience

**Best for:** Automatic monthly rent payments

[**Learn how to implement Recurring Payments →**](/payment-interface/payr-sdk/features/recurring-payments.md)

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#### Wallet Payments

Fast, secure checkout with biometric authentication from Apple Pay and Google Pay.

**What's included:**

* Apple Pay
* Google Pay
* Biometric authentication (Face ID, Touch ID, fingerprint)
* One-tap checkout experience

**Benefits:**

* Faster checkout (no typing card details)
* Higher conversion rates
* Mobile-optimized experience
* Enhanced security with tokenized payments

**Best for:** Mobile-first platforms, improving checkout conversion, modern payment experiences

[**Learn how to implement Wallet Payments →**](/payment-interface/payr-sdk/features/wallet-payments-setup-apple-pay-and-google-pay.md)

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### Standard Features

These features are included automatically in the SDK:

**3D Secure (3DS) Authentication**

* Automatic fraud protection on all card transactions
* Compliant with PSD2 Strong Customer Authentication
* Challenge flow for high-risk payments

**Card Management**

* Save multiple payment methods
* Securely tokenized via WorldPay
* CVC verification for saved cards
* Delete unwanted cards

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### Feature Comparison

| Feature                         |       Payment Type       | Recurring Support | Setup Required |
| ------------------------------- | :----------------------: | :---------------: | :------------: |
| **Card Payments**               |           Card           |        Yes        |       No       |
| **Alternative Payment Methods** | Alipay, WeChat, UnionPay |         No        |       No       |
| **Recurring Payments**          |         Card only        |        Yes        |       No       |
| **Apple Pay**                   |          Wallet          |         No        |       Yes      |
| **Google Pay**                  |          Wallet          |         No        |       Yes      |

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### Choosing Your Features

**Start with cards + recurring** if:

* Your users primarily use traditional payment cards
* You want automated monthly rent payments
* You're building a UK-focused platform

**Add APMs** if:

* You have international students from Asia
* Users prefer Alipay, WeChat Pay, or UnionPay
* You want to reduce payment friction for Chinese users

**Add wallets** if:

* Your users are mobile-first
* You want to improve checkout conversion
* You're ready for a modern, fast payment experience

**Enable everything** if:

* You want maximum payment flexibility
* Your user base is diverse and international
* You want to offer every payment option available

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### Next Steps

**Implement Features:**

* [**Alternative Payment Methods →**](/payment-interface/payr-sdk/features/alternative-payment-methods-apms.md)
* [**Recurring Payments →**](/payment-interface/payr-sdk/features/recurring-payments.md)
* [**Wallet Payments →**](/payment-interface/payr-sdk/features/wallet-payments-setup-apple-pay-and-google-pay.md)

**SDK Documentation:**

* [**Payment Flow →**](/payment-interface/payr-sdk/payment-flow.md)
* [**Customizing Appearance →**](/payment-interface/payr-sdk/customization.md)
* [**Security Requirements →**](/payment-interface/payr-sdk/security-requirements.md)

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### Need Help?

Contact **<support@mypayr.co.uk>** to discuss which features are right for your platform.