> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.paybyrd.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Start building

> Learn how to access the merchant dashboard and start using the tools Paybyrd provides to build your product.

## Logging in

Your merchant credentials and account details are provided by Paybyrd via email during onboarding. You will need these to access the [merchant dashboard](https://beta.paybyrd.com/).

Sign up first if you do not have an account yet.

After logging in, you can [retrieve your API key](https://beta.paybyrd.com/developer-keys), needed to authenticate all API requests.

<Note>You can invite team members to your merchant group or store. Visit the [Team Users](https://beta.paybyrd.com/team-users) page in the Dashboard to set each user’s access level and send an email invitation.</Note>

From the merchant dashboard, you can:

* Search and view transactions
* Issue refunds
* Manage store settings and team members
* Download settlement reports
* Configure refund passwords and account settings

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## Start building

You can now start integrating Paybyrd. Your integration path depends on your setup: configure a POS terminal, build a custom online checkout, or install a plugin for your e-commerce platform. This section covers the available options depending on your use case.

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### **POS terminal**

If you have been set up with a Paybyrd POS device, it will arrive pre-charged and ready to use. Follow the setup instructions included in the box. Once connected via Wi-Fi or 4G, the terminal is ready to accept payments.

For full usage instructions, see the [POS Terminal Starter Manual](https://www.notion.so/POS-Terminal-Starter-Manual-d4c64742e25e4791a22b53473d0e83f1?pvs=21).

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### **E-commerce API**

If you are building a custom online checkout, Paybyrd provides REST APIs and front-end components for secure payment collection.

See the [API Reference](/api-reference/payments/create-payment) and the [Paybyrd Checkout](/embed/checkout) documentation to get started.

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### **No-code plugins**

If you are using Adobe Commerce (Magento), WooCommerce, or nopCommerce, Paybyrd offers ready-made plugins that add payment support without custom integration.

See the available plugin documentation:

* [WooCommerce](/integrations/ecommerce-plugins/woocommerce)
* [nopCommerce](/integrations/ecommerce-plugins/nopcommerce)
* [Adobe Commerce (Magento)](/integrations/ecommerce-plugins/adobe-commerce-magento)

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## **Need help?**

* **Chat:** Available from the merchant dashboard (bottom right). On the POS terminal, tap the chat icon in the bottom-left corner.
* **Email:** [help@paybyrd.com](mailto:help@paybyrd.com)
* **Phone:** +351 910 042 417
* **Help Center:** [help.paybyrd.com](http://help.paybyrd.com)