The Universal Payment Initiation Standard

An open, neutral standard enabling seamless payment initiation across all channels. Built for interoperability, designed for innovation.

Why a universal standard matters

Payment infrastructure has been fragmented for decades. Different methods, incompatible systems, and proprietary protocols create friction, increase costs, and limit innovation. payware changes this.

Interoperability First

One standard connecting all payment institutions, eliminating fragmentation and creating universal compatibility.

Open Architecture

Built on open standards, enabling innovation while maintaining compatibility and compliance.

Network Effects

Every new participant multiplies value for all, creating exponential growth in connectivity and capabilities.

Standard components

Universal Protocol

The core protocol enabling payment initiation across all channels. Built on industry standards with extensibility for future innovation.

  • Open standard messaging
  • Multi-modal initiation support
  • Real-time processing and settlement
  • End-to-end encryption

Technical Specifications

Comprehensive technical documentation for implementing the payware standard in your infrastructure.

  • API specifications and schemas
  • Security and encryption standards
  • Implementation guidelines

Certification Programs

Ensure compliance and interoperability through our comprehensive certification process.

  • Payment institution certification
  • ISV partner certification
  • Compliance verification

Implement the standard

Join the growing network of institutions and partners implementing the payware standard.