Frequently Asked Questions

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General

What is tiqopay?

tiqopay is Morocco's first escrow (trusted third-party) service. We act as an intermediary between buyer and seller: the buyer deposits funds with us, the seller delivers, and we only release payment after the buyer confirms receipt. This eliminates the risk of fraud for both parties.

Why use tiqopay?

In Morocco, 73% of consumers hesitate to buy online due to lack of trust. tiqopay solves this: the buyer is protected because they don't pay the seller directly, and the seller is guaranteed to receive payment after delivery. Result: more trust, more sales, zero scams.

How does an tiqopay transaction work?

It's simple in 4 steps: (1) The seller creates a payment link from their dashboard, (2) The buyer pays via this link — funds are locked in escrow, (3) The seller delivers the product or service, (4) The buyer confirms receipt and funds are automatically released to the seller. If there's an issue, our mediation system steps in.

Who can use tiqopay?

tiqopay is open to everyone: online sellers, freelancers, marketplaces, Instagram sellers, individuals making peer-to-peer transactions (vehicles, electronics, etc.). Any person or business in Morocco looking to secure their transactions can create an account.

Payments & Pricing

How much does it cost?

Registration and setup are 100% free on all plans. The Starter plan is 4.9% per transaction (min 1 MAD), with no subscription. The Pro plan at 3.9% + 99 MAD/month is ideal for regular sellers with a 14-day free trial. The Business plan starting at 2.5% is customizable based on your volume. No hidden fees, no commitment.

Why does tiqopay cost more than Stripe or PayPal?

Stripe and PayPal only transfer money. tiqopay adds escrow protection: your funds are locked until delivery is confirmed, with mediation in case of dispute. It's fraud insurance included in every transaction — for less than the cost of a single dispute.

How do I choose my plan?

Starter if you're just starting out or do less than 2,500 MAD/month in transactions. Pro once you exceed that volume: the 99 MAD subscription pays for itself thanks to the reduced 3.9% rate. Business for marketplaces and platforms with high volume. You can switch plans at any time, free of charge.

What payment methods are accepted?

We accept Moroccan bank cards via CMI, as well as bank transfers. More payment methods will be added soon.

How long to receive my payment?

As soon as the buyer confirms receipt, funds are released immediately. The transfer to your bank account typically takes 1 to 3 business days.

Who pays tiqopay fees?

By default, fees are borne by the seller and automatically deducted from the released amount. The seller can also choose to pass them on to the buyer when creating the payment link.

Can I change plans?

Yes, you can switch plans at any time from your dashboard. Upgrades are immediate, and downgrades take effect at the end of your current billing period.

Security & Compliance

Are my funds safe?

Yes. Funds are held in a secure, encrypted escrow account (AES-256). They are never commingled with tiqopay's own funds and are only released after buyer confirmation.

Is tiqopay compliant with Moroccan regulations?

tiqopay is designed to comply with Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM) requirements. Our architecture includes a complete audit trail, data encryption, and traceability of every transaction.

Is my personal data protected?

Absolutely. All data is encrypted in transit (TLS) and at rest (AES-256). We never share your personal information with third parties. Our privacy policy details all our practices.

Disputes & Resolution

What happens in case of a dispute?

tiqopay has a built-in mediation system. If the buyer or seller opens a dispute, our team steps in to examine evidence and find a fair resolution. Funds remain locked in escrow throughout the dispute.

What if the buyer never confirms?

After a set period (typically 7 days after delivery), if the buyer doesn't confirm and doesn't open a dispute, funds are automatically released to the seller. The buyer is notified multiple times before the deadline.

Can I cancel a transaction?

Yes, a transaction can be cancelled by mutual agreement as long as funds haven't been released. In case of cancellation, funds are fully refunded to the buyer.

API & Integration

Can I integrate tiqopay into my marketplace?

Yes. Our complete REST API with webhooks lets you integrate tiqopay directly into your platform. Create transactions, track statuses, and manage payments programmatically.

Is there a test environment?

Yes. Every developer account has API keys in test mode (sandbox) and live mode. The test environment lets you simulate complete transactions without real money movement.

What languages and frameworks are supported?

Our REST API is compatible with any language capable of making HTTP requests. We provide comprehensive documentation with examples in cURL, JavaScript, Python, and PHP. Our official Node.js/TypeScript SDK is available with full typing, error handling, and webhook verification built in.

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