Question 1

How is Startbutton different from Paddle or Stripe Atlas?

Accepted Answer

While global platforms like Paddle and Stripe are excellent for US/EU markets, they often lack deep infrastructure in Africa. Startbutton is built specifically for this region. We handle local tax filing (VAT/WHT), support local payment methods like Mobile Money (M-Pesa) and Verve, and provide dedicated support for African cross-border compliance.

Question 2

How long does it take to go live?

Accepted Answer

You can be live in 3–5 days. Because we act as your Merchant of Record, you do not need to wait months to incorporate a local entity in Nigeria, Kenya, or South Africa. We simply plug into your existing stack via API or no-code links.

Question 3

How do I get paid?

Accepted Answer

We settle directly to your bank account in USD, GBP, or EUR. You do not need to worry about holding volatile local currencies like Naira or Cedis. We handle the conversion and payout automatically.

Question 4

Which countries do you cover?

Accepted Answer

We currently support payments and compliance in 15+ African markets, including major hubs like Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Egypt, and Rwanda. One integration gives you access to the entire continent.

Question 5

Is there a setup fee?

Accepted Answer

No. Our model is performance-based. We charge a small percentage per transaction, which covers payment processing, fraud protection, and tax compliance. You only pay when you make a sale.

Feature	Startbutton (MoR)	Stripe / Gateways
Accepts Local Cards (Verve)	✓ Yes, Included	✕ Often fails
Francophone Africa (CFA)	✓ Native Support	✕ Limited
Handles Local Sales Tax	✓ We file for you	✕ You file yourself
Requires Local Entity	✓ No entity needed	✕ Usually Yes

Expand into Africa without setting up local entities.

Why not just use Stripe?

Deep coverage across the continent.

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