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How Payments Work

Overview of Nexook's payment system, including accepted payment methods, transaction fees, payment security, and the flow of funds between clients and experts.

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Written by Laura Cardini
Updated over 3 months ago

Payment Overview

Nexook uses Stripe, a secure third-party payment processor, to handle all transactions on the platform. This guide explains our payment system and answers common questions about how money moves through the platform.

Payment Methods Accepted

Nexook currently accepts the following payment methods:

  • Credit/Debit Cards: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

  • Digital Wallets: Apple Pay, Google Pay

  • ACH Transfers: For US-based users

All payment information is securely stored by Stripe and not directly on Nexook's servers.

Transaction Fees Explained

Nexook charges the following transaction fees on payments made to experts:

  • Premium Plan: 5% transaction fee

  • Basic Plan: 10% transaction fee

For example:

  • A $100 session with an expert on the Premium plan: Expert receives $95, Nexook receives $5

  • A $100 session with an expert on the Basic plan: Expert receives $90, Nexook receives $10

These fees cover:

  • Payment processing costs

  • Platform maintenance and development

  • Customer support services

  • Fraud prevention measures

The Payment Flow

Here's how money moves through the Nexook platform:

  1. Client books a session

    • Client selects a session and payment method

    • Payment is authorized but not immediately charged

  2. Payment is held

    • Funds are held in a secure escrow system

    • The client's payment method is not charged until the session occurs

  3. Session completion

    • After the session takes place, the payment is processed

    • Funds are released to the expert's Nexook balance

    • Transaction fees are deducted automatically

  4. Expert withdrawal

    • Experts can withdraw their balance to their bank account

    • Withdrawals are processed according to the schedule in the Expert Payments section

Payment Security

Nexook prioritizes the security of all financial transactions:

  • PCI DSS Compliance: We adhere to Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards

  • Encryption: All payment data is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols

  • Fraud Detection: We use advanced systems to detect and prevent fraudulent transactions

  • No Card Storage: Nexook does not directly store credit card information on our servers

Refunds and Disputes

Currency and International Payments

  • All transactions on Nexook are processed in USD

  • International payments may incur currency conversion fees from your payment provider

  • Nexook does not charge additional fees for international transactions

  • Exchange rates are determined by your payment provider, not by Nexook

Tax Information

  • Clients will receive receipts for all transactions

  • Experts are responsible for determining and paying applicable taxes on their earnings

  • Nexook uses Stripe's tax calculation services but does not guarantee the accuracy of tax calculations

  • Users should consult with a tax professional regarding their tax obligations

For specific questions about payments, please contact our support team at support@nexook.com.

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