What are online and offline payments?

Online Payment: Refers to customers making immediate payments via online platforms such as credit cards, Alipay, PayPal, etc. These payment methods can be integrated with your store’s backend, and once the transaction is completed, the order status will automatically update to “Paid.” The key advantages of online payments lie in their speed and convenience—customers can pay anytime, anywhere, while merchants can promptly process orders.
Offline Payment: Refers to payments made upon receiving goods or in physical stores. This includes bank transfers, cash on delivery, or in-store payments. For offline transactions, the merchant typically ships goods or provides services only after receiving the payment.