WeChat Pay for online shops

WeChat Pay ist ein führender chinesischer Online-Zahlungsdienst. WeChat Pay ist in die WeChat-App integriert, die eine der beliebtesten Messaging-Apps in China sowie weltweit ist. Dank der grossen Zielgruppe und der einfachen Handhabung hat sich WeChat Pay zu einem der am weitesten verbreiteten digitalen Zahlungssysteme entwickelt.

Transaction fees

Transaction fees

WeChat Pay
FREE

3.50%

+

0.3 CHF

3.50%

+

0.3 CHF

STANDARD

3.50%

+

0.3 CHF

3.50%

+

0.3 CHF

PREMIUM

3.50%

+

0.3 CHF

3.50%

+

0.3 CHF

Mobile Payments

WeChat Pay ermöglicht es dir, mit deinem Smartphone in physischen Geschäften und Onlineshops zu bezahlen. Dies erfolgt oft durch Scannen von QR-Codes oder über das Hinzufügen von Kredit- und Debitkarten zur WeChat Pay-App.

Huge target audience

WeChat Pay is used by millions of Chinese consumers, allowing merchants to access a vast target audience – especially for businesses focusing on Chinese tourists and customers.

Simple Integration

Payrexx makes it easy to implement WeChat Pay as a payment method and enables merchants to quickly and smoothly benefit from the advantages of this modern payment option.

Processing by

Payrexx

Type

Cards and Wallets

Availability

CH, DE, AT, LI, FR, IT, UK, NL, DK

Währungen

All

Payout currencies

CHF, EUR, USD, GBP, DKK, CAD, AUD

Transaction fees

FREE

3.50%

+

0.3 CHF

3.50%

+

0.3 CHF

STANDARD

3.50%

+

0.3 CHF

3.50%

+

0.3 CHF

PREMIUM

3.50%

+

0.3 CHF

3.50%

+

0.3 CHF

Kanäle

Online

Functions

Refunds

Limit per Transaction

Payrexx Pay

CHF 20’000

Payrexx Pay Plus

CHF 30’000

Documentation

How to activate WeChat Pay

For existing customers

Log in to your Payrexx account and activate WeChat Pay in your payment provider settings. This way, WeChat Pay, along with Google Pay, Visa, Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, TWINT, etc., is ready for your customers.

For new customers

Create your Payrexx account at the push of a button and test Payrexx without obligation. WeChat Pay is already activated for Swiss merchants, and you only need to have your account verified before you can receive live payments with WeChat Pay.

For existing customers

Log in to your Payrexx account and activate WeChat Pay in your payment provider settings. This way, WeChat Pay, along with Google Pay, Visa, Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, TWINT, etc., is ready for your customers.

For new customers

Create your Payrexx account at the push of a button and test Payrexx without obligation. WeChat Pay is already activated for Swiss merchants, and you only need to have your account verified before you can receive live payments with WeChat Pay.

Frequently Asked Questions about WeChat Pay for Online Shops

Answers to typical questions that merchants and SMEs have about the WeChatPay payment method, including important information about costs, security, and implementation for use at checkout or in the online shop.

Wie secure is WeChat Pay für Händler:innen?

By integrating WeChat Pay for merchants with Payrexx in your webshop, we guarantee you the highest level of security for every transaction. The following security measures are enabled by Payrexx when integrating the WeChat Pay payment method:

  • Personal data, both yours and that of your customers, is stored in compliance with GDPR on secure Swiss servers.

  • Payrexx is fully PCI DSS Level 1 certified, the highest global security standard for payment data, developed in collaboration with several credit card organizations.

  • To ensure secure data transmission, Payrexx uses encryption protocols such as SSL (Secure Socket Layer) with 256-bit encryption, the highest security standard.

  • The 3-D Secure process strengthens online payments with additional identification, minimizes fraud risks and chargebacks, and ensures maximum security and customer authentication.

Within just 5 minutes, you can easily and securely accept your first online payments for merchants with Payrexx and WeChat Pay.

Set up Payrexx WeChat Pay

Setting up WeChat Pay using Payrexx is extremely quick and easy. There is no need for lengthy registration procedures. Additionally, you can benefit from our free open-source Payrexx plugins.

This allows you a smooth integration of WeChat Pay for your online shop project.

Further information on the implementation of WeChat Pay into the most popular e-commerce systems:

View overview

Also with our customized system: Payrexx Merchant API

WeChat Pay einfach einrichten

The activation of WeChat Pay for online shops is extremely quick and effortless with Payrexx. There are no lengthy registration procedures required. Furthermore, you can benefit from our free open-source Payrexx plugins.

This enables you to seamlessly integrate WeChat Pay for your online shop project.

Further information about the implementation of WeChat Pay in the most popular e-commerce systems:

View overview

Also with our bespoke system: Payrexx Merchant API

Is WeChat Pay reputable?

WeChat Pay is used by hundreds of millions of people in China every day and enjoys an excellent reputation as a reputable payment service provider. This trust is based on a variety of factors, including the financial stability and reputation of Tencent, the company behind WeChat Pay. Tencent is one of the world's largest technology companies and is listed on various stock exchanges, underscoring its seriousness.

The high prevalence of WeChat Pay in China also speaks for its credibility. Chinese consumers use this payment method for a wide range of transactions, from everyday purchases to bill payments and money transfers. This broad acceptance in Chinese society is a clear sign of trust in the service.

What are the fees for WeChat Pay?

When transactions are processed via WeChat Pay, merchants pay a transaction fee depending on the payment provider.

At Payrexx, this is 3.5%.

What is WeChat Pay?

WeChat Pay is a leading mobile payment service provider developed by Tencent Holdings Ltd. This service is closely connected to the WeChat platform, which is widespread in China and other regions. WeChat Pay enables users to handle payments securely and conveniently via their smartphones.

One of the standout features of WeChat Pay is its seamless integration into the WeChat app. Users can send and receive money, settle invoices, pay in stores, make online purchases, and much more, all within the WeChat platform. This makes WeChat Pay a central component of the digital daily life for many people, particularly in China.

The security of WeChat Pay is ensured by advanced technologies such as encryption and biometric authentication. Users can confirm their payments using fingerprint or facial recognition, offering additional protection.

Another important aspect of WeChat Pay is its wide acceptance at numerous stores, both in China and in some selected international destinations. This is especially convenient for Chinese tourists and travelers, as they can use their domestic payment method.

Overall, WeChat Pay is an integral part of digital life in China, providing users with a convenient and secure way to handle payments. It is also accepted by many companies and stores as a payment option to meet the needs of their customers.

How can you pay with WeChat Pay in Switzerland?

In popular tourist areas of Switzerland, especially in cities like Zurich, Geneva, and Lucerne, which attract many Chinese tourists, some shops, hotels, and restaurants might accept WeChat Pay as a payment method. This often happens to meet the needs of Chinese visitors who consider WeChat Pay a familiar and convenient payment option.

Paying with WeChat Pay usually works by scanning a QR code using the WeChat Pay app. Such codes can be conveniently created using the QR Tool from Payrexx.

What are the benefits of WeChat Pay for shoppers?

With WeChat Pay, you pay securely, contactlessly, and mobile worldwide. You benefit from fraud protection, 3-D Secure, and, depending on the card, cashback or additional services.

What are the advantages of WeChat Pay for online shops?

WeChat Pay offers worldwide acceptance, fast payments, high fraud protection with 3-D Secure, and easy integration – ideal for increased conversion and secure transactions.

Test Payrexx free of charge and without obligation.

Without risk and without obligations. Discover how simple online payments can be.

Test Payrexx free of charge and without obligation.

Without risk and without obligations. Discover how simple online payments can be.

Test Payrexx free of charge and without obligation.

Without risk and without obligations. Discover how simple online payments can be.