Frequently Asked Questions

Unified answers for onboarding, collections, payouts, reconciliation, escrow, and routing—built for compliance and scale.

General

What is bridg.money?
bridg.money is a Technology Service Provider (TSP) offering a unified API stack for compliant, scalable money movement — including payouts, collections, connected banking, merchant onboarding, multi-bank routing, reconciliation, and escrow infrastructure.
Is bridg.money a bank or financial institution?
No. We are not a bank. We partner with RBI-licensed banks and financial institutions to deliver API-based financial services.
Who can use bridg.money’s services?
We serve businesses, marketplaces, platforms, fintechs, enterprises, and (if eligible) individual sellers who require secure and compliant money movement.
Do you serve international merchants?
Currently, our services are for Indian entities. Cross-border capabilities may be available via select partner banks.
What industries do you support?
We support a wide range of industries, subject to compliance checks. Certain high-risk categories may be restricted.

Pricing & Fees

What are the charges for using bridg.money’s services?
Pricing depends on your transaction volumes, risk profile, and product usage. Contact our sales team for a custom quote.
Is there a minimum monthly commitment?
No fixed minimum for most products. High-volume plans may have minimum usage for preferential pricing.
Are there any hidden fees?
No. All charges are transparently listed in your agreement.

Security & Compliance

How secure is my data?
We use bank-grade encryption, secure storage, and multi-layered security protocols.
Are you PCI-DSS compliant?
Yes, through PCI-DSS certified partners.
Do you comply with RBI guidelines?
Yes. All services are provided in full compliance with RBI and applicable laws.
Do you hold any certifications?
We work with partners who are PCI-DSS certified, ISO 27001 certified, and SOC 2 ready.
How do you prevent fraud and money laundering?
We perform KYC/KYB verification, transaction monitoring, and AML/CFT checks.
Do you undergo regular compliance audits?
Yes. Our systems and processes are periodically reviewed for regulatory and security compliance.

Getting Started

How do I sign up?
Contact sales or register on our website to begin onboarding.
Do you provide API documentation?
Yes. We offer detailed API docs, sandbox credentials, and sample code.
Do you offer SDKs and plugins?
Yes. SDKs are available in popular languages, and plugins for platforms like Shopify and WooCommerce.
Do you assist with integration?
Yes. Our technical team supports both API and plugin-based setups.
Do you provide webhook and callback support?
Yes. We support webhooks for real-time status updates and callbacks for transaction events.
What is your uptime SLA?
We target 99.9% uptime, with automatic failover routing to ensure service continuity.

BridgOnboard – Merchant Onboarding

What is BridgOnboard?
An API-first onboarding solution with automated document verification, KYC/KYB checks, and instant merchant activation.
What documents are required?
Certificate of Incorporation, GST, PAN, bank proof, and authorized signatory KYC. Requirements vary by business type.
How long does onboarding take?
Typically 24–48 hours after submitting all documents.
Is onboarding paperless?
Yes — entirely digital via a secure upload flow.

BridgCollect – Multi-Channel Collections

What is BridgCollect?
Accept payments via Virtual Accounts, UPI/VPA, QR, and cards — with instant confirmation and auto-settlement.
Are collections available 24x7?
Yes, including weekends and public holidays.
How fast are settlements?
T+0 or T+1, depending on bank arrangements.

BridgPay – Instant Payouts

What is BridgPay?
Enables instant payouts via NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, UPI, and cards with smart retries and live tracking.
Can I do bulk payouts?
Yes — through API or dashboard CSV upload.
What happens if a payout fails?
It is retried automatically or refunded to your source account.
Are payouts available 24x7?
Yes via IMPS/UPI; NEFT/RTGS follow banking hours.

BridgConnect – Connected Banking

What is BridgConnect?
Gives real-time access to your own bank account balances, transactions, and statements — with the ability to initiate payments directly.
Can I connect multiple bank accounts?
Yes. You can link multiple accounts to view and operate them from a single dashboard.

BridgRoute – Multi-Bank Smart Routing

What is BridgRoute?
An intelligent routing engine that selects the fastest, most cost-efficient bank rail for transactions, with automatic failover.
Does it work for both payouts and collections?
Yes — it optimises both.

BridgRecon – Automated Reconciliation

What is BridgRecon?
Matches incoming and outgoing transactions in real time, syncs with ERP systems, and flags anomalies instantly.
Can I export reports?
Yes — available in CSV or Excel.
Can reports be scheduled automatically?
Yes — enterprise clients can schedule automated report delivery via API or email.

BridgVault – Escrow & Pooled Accounts

What is BridgVault?
Provides RBI-compliant escrow and pooled account structures with sub-ledgers and transaction-level controls.
Can escrow be multi-party?
Yes — suitable for marketplaces, gig platforms, and other multi-party settlements.
What happens in a dispute?
Funds remain in escrow until resolution per agreed terms.

Product Limitations & Exclusions

Are there restricted industries?
Yes. We do not support certain high-risk categories such as gambling, adult content, unregulated forex, and cryptocurrency trading.
Are all features available for all merchants?
Some features (e.g., T+0 settlements, certain API types) may be bank-dependent and subject to risk approval.

Account Management

Can I add multiple users?
Yes — with role-based access controls.
Can I white-label bridg.money’s services?
Yes — available for eligible partners.

Technical & Operational Policies

What happens if my account is inactive?
If dormant for a long period, re-verification may be required.
What happens if a bank is down?
Transactions are rerouted automatically using BridgRoute.

Disputes, Chargebacks & Support

How are disputes handled?
Via our published grievance redressal process.
Do you assist in chargeback resolution?
Yes — in coordination with the merchant.
Is support available 24x7?
Email support is 24x7; phone support during business hours.

Reporting & Analytics

Do you provide dashboards?
Yes — with real-time transaction data and analytics.
Can I request custom reports?
Yes — for enterprise clients.
Do you have real-time analytics APIs?
Yes — available for enterprise integrations.

Sandbox & Testing

Do you offer a sandbox?
Yes — with test credentials after initial setup.
How long does it take to go live?
Plugin integration can be same-day; full API integration may take a few days based on complexity.