Stripe Connect

Definition: Stripe's API for platforms that route payments to multiple sub-merchants — the standard for marketplace and SaaS billing.

What it is

Stripe Connect is the suite of Stripe APIs designed for platforms that need to take payments and route some portion to a third party. It powers marketplaces (where buyers pay sellers), SaaS that bills end-customers on behalf of its users, and any platform that needs sub-merchant onboarding, KYC, and payout management.

Why it matters

For teams running a CRM, the ability to invoice and collect from a deal record (without bouncing to a separate billing tool) is a major workflow shortener.

Layer UI in context

Layer UI integrates Stripe Connect natively — a closed deal can become a Stripe invoice or recurring subscription with one click from the CRM record.

Related terms

Headless CRM
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