Release Notes

Strictly Platform is committed to continually improving the system by resolving bugs and often implementing new features with each release. You'll find our latest Strictly Platform release notes below.

Release Notes - 3.1.0

The Release was performed on 09/12/2024 at 06:00 PM.

We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve our platform's overall performance, reliability, and user experience.
If you're using the Crosscheck integration, you now have the option to activate Check Guarantee, which is especially helpful for managing disputes. After capturing payment on the Virtual Terminal, you can print a Crosscheck receipt for the customer to sign, ensuring you have a signed hard copy for your records.
For merchants using physical terminals, we've added the ability to perform voids and refunds for any transaction completed on the terminal directly from the 'Payments' screen in the Strictly platform. After processing a payment on the physical terminal, simply log in to the Strictly platform, go to the 'Payments' screen, locate the transaction, click the ellipsis menu on the right, and select 'Void' or 'Refund'.
Some merchants require late settlement batching due to their business needs. We've added the option to configure this during merchant setup. For adjustments, please contact your agent.

Release Notes - 3.0.9

The Release was performed on 08/29/2024 at 06:00 PM.

We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve our platform's overall performance, reliability, and user experience.
We have introduced the Power Post Report, which provides detailed transaction data, payment summaries, and reconciliation information, offering a comprehensive financial overview. This ensures that financial data in CDK remains up-to-date and accurately reflects the latest transactions from Strictly. By automating data synchronization, the report reduces manual entry errors, leading to more precise financial records and reporting.

Release Notes - 3.0.8

The Release was performed on 08/16/2024 at 06:00 PM.

We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 3.0.7

The Release was performed on 08/01/2024 at 06:00 PM.

We have introduced a new payment method: Paper Check. This allows you to capture check payments within your platform by entering the required information, making it easier to reconcile all your payments in one place. More payment methods are coming soon. If you need to activate this feature, please contact your agent.
For merchants using custom fields, you now have the option to filter payments using these fields. In the top-right corner of the payments screen, click on "More Actions" > "Customize View." From there, you can display the custom fields column and include them in the search filter.
For merchants using our API, we have added the option to create an ACH Payment using an existing customer.
We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 3.0.6

The Release was performed on 07/18/2024 at 06:00 PM.

You now have the option to accept only credit cards, only debit cards, or both when processing payments. You can configure this setting based on your business needs. Contact your Agent for assistance.
We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 3.0.5

The Release was performed on 07/03/2024 at 06:00 PM.

To enhance our compliance with surcharge regulations in Canada, we have made several modifications. These changes ensure adherence to Canadian surcharge rules and provide a more transparent experience for our Canadian users.
We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 3.0.4

The Release was performed on 06/20/2024 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 3.0.3

The Release was performed on 06/06/2024 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

We have introduced the ability to capture cash payments on our platform to address various business needs. This feature enables you to log your cash payments for improved reconciliation. Additionally, we offer integration with DTS Connex to manage cash deposits if you use their services. To learn more and activate these features, please contact your agent.
After completing a payment, you now have the option to print either the customer's receipt or the merchant's receipt. This action can be performed immediately after completing the payment or from the Payments screen using the ellipsis menu located to the right of each record.
Under the Reports tab, we have added a new option to the Transactions Snapshot. You can now generate reports based on the payment method used when creating the payment.
We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 3.0.2

The Release was performed on 05/23/2024 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 3.0.1

The Release was performed on 05/09/2024 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

We are introducing a new way to view your Items. On a side panel, you will see much better-structured details. Also, you can keep track of all the events happening using the new “Recent Activity” section.
We have added the ability to share a receipt with the customer after the payment is completed. From the “Payments” screen, click on the actions icon, and select “Send Receipt”. You will be able to enter the email or phone number of the customer.
We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 3.0.0

The Release was performed on 04/25/2024 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.9.9

The Release was performed on 04/12/2024 at 07:00 PM.

What's New

We're thrilled to introduce an enhanced and versatile interface that aims to simplify your payment processing through our New Virtual Terminal. This update includes integrated payment methods on a single screen for convenience, along with a flexible layout that is mobile-responsive, ensuring an improved user experience throughout the payment journey. You can watch the instructional video here: Watch Video
We have added the ability to record cash payments as a new payment method.
You will notice new columns on the Payments screen that display the Taxes and Total Amount of each payment, making it easier to understand. Remember, you can show or hide columns using the "Customize View" option under "More Actions" at the top of the screen. Additionally, several adjustments have been made to the View Payments feature to align with this new update.
We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.9.8

The Release was performed on 03/28/2024 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

We're excited to announce our latest enhancements to the Virtual Terminal, designed to provide a more flexible and streamlined experience. In the coming weeks, we'll be releasing a revamped interface that offers increased flexibility in processing payments in the Virtual Terminal. With all payment methods seamlessly integrated into a single screen, along with numerous other improvements, managing transactions will be more efficient than ever. Stay tuned for further communications throughout the week, including comprehensive training materials to prepare you for the upcoming feature release.
We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.9.7

The Release was performed on 03/14/2024 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.9.6

The Release was performed on 02/29/2024 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.9.5

The Release was performed on 02/15/2024 at 07:00 PM.

What's New

If you are using the Payment Link Public API, in addition to the current ability to send a fixed amount, you will now be able to send one or multiple Tax IDs that will automatically pull the preconfigured values.
We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.9.4

The Release was performed on 02/01/2024 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

We're excited to announce that StrictlyZero has evolved to become Strictly! Our website and portal have been seamlessly updated to reflect our new brand identity, ensuring consistency and enhanced experience across all our products and services.
We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.9.3

The Release was performed on 01/18/2024 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

We have introduced a convenient shortcut for easier access to the Embedded Page URL. Now, under Merchant Settings > Guest-Facing Pages, you’ll find a dedicated section for the Embedded Page. This update simplifies the customization process, making it more straightforward to tailor the page to your branding preferences. Plus, with the added convenience of an easy-to-copy URL, integrating and sharing your Embedded Page is now more efficient than ever.
We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.
Fixed UI/UX issue visualizing dashboard in high resolution screens (1440p screen resolution).

Release Notes - 2.9.2

The Release was performed on 01/02/2024 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

Based on multiple requests, we've introduced the option to personalize the Payment Links View, similar to the customization available on the Payments page. This enhancement enables you to include an additional column of your choice, potentially displaying information about the recipient(s) of the shared payment link. To enable this feature, go to Payment Links, click on the 'More Actions' button, choose 'Customize View,' and activate the desired columns accordingly.
We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.9.1

The Release was performed on 12/14/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.9.0

The Release was performed on 11/22/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

We have enhanced the "Payment Methods" chart within the Dashboard to address various data scenarios effectively.
We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.8.9

The Release was performed on 11/13/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.8.8

The Release was performed on 10/04/2023 at 08:00 PM.

What's New

We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.
We are excited to announce we are now a Surcharging Certified Gateway with Elavon. In alignment with the latest regulations, we have significantly enhanced our surcharge gateway, ensuring its compliance with card brand requirements, and high accuracy. This crucial update underscores our commitment to offering our customers assured and seamless transactions, guaranteeing eligibility and steadfast adherence to all surcharge regulations. Your transactions remain in trustworthy hands, and we continue to prioritize your need for reliability and compliance in all operations.

Release Notes - 2.8.7

The Release was performed on 09/11/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.8.6

The Release was performed on 08/23/2023 at 07:00 PM.

What's New

In the Dashboard, we've introduced an enhanced feature that allows you to seamlessly filter data with a flexible date range selection. We've maintained the existing shortcuts while seamlessly integrating this new option for a more comprehensive data management experience.
If you are using our CDK/Fortellis Integration, you now have the ability to communicate reminders to your customers using SMS.
Also, for users with this integration, we have added the Order ID as additional information on the View Payment panel for payments associated with the Order, making it easier for you to establish a relationship between them.
You now have the ability to create subscriptions using a custom plan using the Public API.
We've integrated with Elavon to enhance our surcharge eligibility checks.
This release contains other minor improvements and bug fixes.

Release Notes - 2.8.5

The Release was performed on 08/04/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

We have implemented several changes in the Dashboard to provide you with a better understanding of crucial data. These changes are accompanied by performance improvements, resulting in faster page loading times.
Our API documentation has been updated to include more detailed information on Rate Limiting and versioning.
After a Payment is settled, you now have the option to check the event in the "History" section of the “View Payment” panel.
When an entity is created through the API, we have added new information to the "History" section. This includes details such as the creator or updater of the entity.
On the Subscriptions page, you previously only had the option to search by the name associated with the Payment Method (Name on Card or Bank Account). With the latest enhancement, you now have the ability to filter by the "Customer" associated with the subscription.
This update contains bug fixes and performance improvements.

Release Notes - 2.8.4

The Release was performed on 07/14/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

You can now modify an existing subscription. If for some reason you need to adjust the schedule, amount, customer, or any other information, you can do so by clicking the "Edit" button. The system will prompt you to review and confirm these changes, which will take effect instantly.
We have added the Payment Link ID as additional information on the View Payment panel for payments associated with a Payment Link, making it easier for you to establish a relationship between them.
We have improved the Subscriptions filters, allowing you to easily locate failing payments for a specific date range.
You can now find a subscription by filtering it using the Subscription ID in the filter panel. This provides a convenient way to access specific subscriptions based on their unique identifiers.
When creating a Subscription and selecting an existing Plan, we now render the Plan information, so you can review the schedule and other details to ensure accuracy before creating the subscription.
On the View Customer page, you previously had access to the list of payments associated with a specific customer. Now, you have the ability to check the payment details without leaving that page. Simply click on the ellipsis menu located on the right of the row, and click the "View" option.
We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.8.3

The Release was performed on 06/22/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

The system now supports the creation of Subscriptions using ACH as a payment method. To create a Subscription, simply follow the existing process and select a customer with an ACH on file.
We have implemented a new View panel on the Plans page, providing comprehensive and relevant information about each plan. You can also check the Subscriptions attached to this plan from this panel.
We have added a History section for each Plan, displaying major events.
We have introduced additional filter options for payment links. You can now filter links based on the Email Address or Phone Number with which the Payment Link was shared.
We have added the Subscription ID as additional information on the View Payment panel for payments associated with a Subscription, making it easier for you to establish a relationship between them.
The History section for Invoices and Links has been improved by including additional information about the user taking each action.

Release Notes - 2.8.2

The Release was performed on 06/08/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What's New

We have added the Invoice Number as additional information on the View Payment panel for payments associated with an Invoice, making it easier for you to establish a relationship between them.
We have implemented a new View panel on the Subscriptions page, providing comprehensive and relevant information about each subscription.We also grouped the scheduled payments to enhance user understanding and improve the overall user experience.
We have added a History section for each subscription, displaying major events. This feature enables users to gain a better understanding of the subscription's history and important events.
We have made several improvements to our Public API, specifically focused on the process of updating and deleting customer cards. These enhancements streamline the flow and ensure a smoother experience.

Release Notes - 2.8.1

The Release was performed on 05/25/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.8.0

The Release was performed on 05/11/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.7.9

The Release was performed on 04/27/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

If you encounter communication or connection errors while collecting payments using a POS terminal, the payment may not be reflected on your Strictly platform. Now, you can easily import those transactions by clicking the “More Actions'' button located on the top-right of the Payments page and selecting “Synchronize Payments”. The transaction(s) will be imported after a few minutes. In the case that you don't realize you have a missing transaction, we'll automatically run the same process for you at night, so all transactions will be available on the platform the next day.
We have added the Transaction Status to the receipt. This will provide you with more information when downloading and sending the receipt to your clients.
We have added additional information to the error message displayed when a transaction fails. This enhancement provides you with more detailed information on the root cause of the error.
We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.7.8

The Release was performed on 04/13/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.

Release Notes - 2.7.7

The Release was performed on 03/23/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have included new data on the "View Payment" panel. In the "Customer" section, users can now view the "Billing Zip Code" associated with the payment. Additionally, for payments made in states that do not allow surcharge, this information is also clearly displayed.
We have made several technical and usability improvements. These enhancements have been carefully designed and tested to improve the overall performance, reliability, and user experience of our platform.
We have made improvements to our payment processing system to better protect our customers transactions against fraudulent activity. Starting today, when a customer makes a payment on our platform, we will be displaying the Card Verification Value (CVV) and Address Verification Service (AVS) response provided by our payment processor. The CVV is a three-digit code found on the back of a credit or debit card that confirms the customer has the physical card in their possession. The AVS compares the billing address provided by the customer during the transaction to the address on file with the issuing bank. This helps to confirm that the person making the purchase is the legitimate cardholder.

Release Notes - 2.7.6

The Release was performed on 03/09/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

You can now add "Custom Terms" to your guest-facing pages, in addition to the Strictly Terms and Conditions. This means that you can create a custom section with your own terms and conditions, where you can modify the title and the copy, and make it required or not for guests to accept before proceeding with the final action on the page. To activate this feature, simply go to the "Merchant Settings" section in the side navigation, and select "Guest-Facing Pages."
We have made several technical and usability improvements to the system.

Release Notes - 2.7.5

The Release was performed on 02/21/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We are pleased to announce that we have made significant enhancements to improve your experience with the Deposits Report, Daily Report Email, Monthly Settlement Report Email, and Amex ESA Report (if applicable). Our team has incorporated new data points and re-designed the layout to provide you with a better understanding of the values presented. You will notice a link to a survey (Strictly Daily Report Email) on the “Daily Report Email”. We would like to know your opinion on these new changes.
If you are using ACH, you now have the option to execute partial refunds.
We have added new filters to the “Payments” screen. You can filter now by “Card Type” and for the “Last Four Digits”.
We want to make it easier for you to manage your transactions and refunds. If you made a transaction on a specific date and then requested a refund on a different date, you can now easily locate the refund by using the filter on the screen and filtering by transaction date. This feature will allow you to quickly locate the refund and view its details.

Release Notes - 2.7.4

The Release was performed on 01/26/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

If you are using ACH, your users can now pay Invoices and Payment Links using the Single Payment Page in compliance with NACHA rules.
We have updated the list of cards that can be used for testing when you are doing an integration with us. Please refer to the “Integration Overview” section on the Help Center.

Release Notes - 2.7.3

The Release was performed on 01/12/2023 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

If you are using ACH, you can now pay Invoices using the Virtual Terminal.
On Invoices, you now have the option to “Download Invoice” from the Invoices list using the actions menu; or using the actions located at the bottom of the “View Invoice” side panel.
On the “View Invoice”, we have added a new section including all the “Associated Payments”, so you can easily associate them.
We have added new data to your Monthly Statement, including discounts, refunds, and all fees. You can have a better understanding of the data by downloading the PDF.

Release Notes - 2.7.2

The Release was performed on 12/29/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have updated our API documentation to make it easier to identify the required fields for each endpoint.
We have made several improvements on the Statements page to ensure the data match across the platform based on the payment date.
We have added new features for ACH payments. For more information regarding accepting payments with a Bank Account, please contact your Agent.

Release Notes - 2.7.1

The Release was performed on 12/19/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We are proud to announce that Strictly platform is ready to start accepting ACH payments. Please contact your Agent if you are interested in this feature.
If you are making transactions using a physical POS, you can now access and print your receipt from the Strictly platform.
We have made several technical and usability improvements to the system.

Release Notes - 2.7.0

The Release was performed on 12/01/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical and usability improvements to the system.
We are pleased to announce that we have achieved PCI-DSS Compliance Level 1 for our Managed Strictly Gateway running in GCP.

Release Notes - 2.6.9

The Release was performed on 11/11/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements to the system.

Release Notes - 2.6.8

The Release was performed on 10/27/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several updates to the Corporate Website, including an update on the Platform Privacy Policy for all states, including California.
We have made several UI improvements on the platform to help you easily identify the payment method used on each transaction.
We have made several security improvements, including: a) compliance updates for OWASP Password Policy; b) enforced all traffic to HTTPS; and c) the minimum TLS version was configured to 1.2.

Release Notes - 2.6.7

The Release was performed on 09/30/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements to the system.

Release Notes - 2.6.6

The Release was performed on 09/09/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have included new options to customize your Payments screen. You now have the option to display the column “Company” and the “External Identifier” from the customer who made the payment.
You can also filter by Company and External Identifier on the Payments screen. To access this feature, go to your “Payments” screen, and click the “More Options” button located on the top-right of the screen. Then select “Customize View” You will find all the options there.
We have included the ability to save a card on file (customers' vault) by just checking the box on "Save to Customer Vault for future transactions" from Virtual Terminal. All credit card account details are SAFELY and SECURELY saved. For credit cards, the next transaction will be a lot easier and faster.

Release Notes - 2.6.5

The Release was performed on 08/25/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We are introducing a new way to view your Invoices without leaving the page. On a side panel, you will see all details much better structured.
When you view an Invoice, you will be able to keep track of all the events happening using the new “Recent Activity” section.
We have added new documentation for the Webhook Settings under Merchant Help.
We have improved the response speed of several pages.
With your peace of mind as a priority, we hardened the Customer API validation.

Release Notes - 2.6.4

The Release was performed on 08/12/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have added new information to each of the Payment Methods for your customers. Now you can add a different Name and Billing Address to each method.
We are introducing a new way to view your Payments without leaving the page. On a side panel, you will see all details much better structured.
When you view a Payment, you will be able to keep track of all the events happening with the payment using the new “Recent Activity” section.
We have made several usability improvements to the system.

Release Notes - 2.6.3

The Release was performed on 07/28/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We are introducing a new way to view your Payment Links. On a side panel, you will see all details much better structured. You will also be able to keep track of all the events happening with your link using the “Recent Activity” section.
We have made several technical improvements to the system.

Release Notes - 2.6.2

The Release was performed on 07/14/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several improvements on the “Payment Links” page, including new columns on the main view for a better understanding of the charges.
You now have the option to download your Payment Links in a CSV file. Simply go to the top-right of the screen, click “More Actions” and then “Download CSV”.
We have made several UI changes in order to improve the user’s accessibility.

Release Notes - 2.6.1

The Release was performed on 06/30/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several UI changes in order to improve the user’s accessibility.
We have solved a few bugs and made several improvements in the Invoice module, settlement batch reports, and public API
A while back we added the ability to create recurring payments with a custom schedule. We are now releasing a follow-up feature to allow for the update of such a schedule at any time, even after some payments have been made.

Release Notes - 2.6.0

The Release was performed on 06/09/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have added the /acknowledgment endpoint to our API, providing a safe source with industry-compliant wording on surcharge.
We have exposed the schedule/re-payment endpoint to the API. This will allow you to try and pay manually any failed subscriptions.
As part of our rebranding, we moved the API content to the subdomain api.strictly.com.
We have removed the required validation for phone numbers in the Customer Vault, in order to make the system more flexible.
You have now the ability to apply a discount to a payment based on permissions. This feature will give you finer control over who in your company is allowed to discount a sale.
We have added the ability to activate or deactivate partial payments depending on your business needs. This is a setting at the account level, but it can be overridden at the specific Invoice or Payment Link.
From now on, you can designate a Support email address that will be shown at the bottom of your customer emails. You can change this email address by going to Merchant Settings > Account Information.

Release Notes - 2.5.9

The Release was performed on 05/19/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

PayXero is now Strictly. You will notice the name change across the platform, including the logos, copy on all communications, and other places. We have made this rebranding and we are excited about all the upcoming changes.
We have added new information to the Payment Notification Email. Now you will be able to see the Customer's Name along with the rest of the existing information.
We have made several technical improvements to the system.
We have made serval improvements on the Subscription API.

Release Notes - 2.5.8

The Release was performed on 05/05/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several improvements to the SMS received by customers, including shorter links.
We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.5.7

The Release was performed on 04/21/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.5.6

The Release was performed on 03/24/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.5.5

The Release was performed on 03/10/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.5.4

The Release was performed on 02/24/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.5.3

The Release was performed on 02/10/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.5.2

The Release was performed on 01/27/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.5.1

The Release was performed on 01/14/2022 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.5.0

The Release was performed on 12/30/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several improvements to the Dashboard page. You can now have insights of your Invoices, Payments Links, Credits vs. Refunds, Savings, and much more data. You can also filter your data by Year, Month, Week and Day using the filter tab located on the right of the page.
We have added new filters to the Payment Links page in order to make the process easier when looking for a specific link. You can filter by status, date, or amount.
You now have the ability to add multiple credit or debit cards to your customers. There is an option to set one card by default, but you have the option to select another one from the list when creating a payment, invoice, or subscription. To access this feature, go to Customers > View and click on the tab “Payment Methods''.
You also have the ability to see everything that involves a specific customer (Payments, Invoices, Subscriptions). When viewing a Customer, you will notice a few new tabs containing the information related to the customer. This will help you to have everything in one place and much more organized.
We have added new validations on the system to help you with your daily actions on the platform, avoiding issues and misconfigurations.
On the Subscriptions page, you now have the ability to create a Subscription without necessarily having to select an existing plan. This makes the module even more flexible.
We have made several improvements on the platform’s performance.
We have added new data to your electronic receipts. In addition to the existing data, you will also see the Customer Name, and any Custom Fields that you have configured.
On your Payment Receipt email, and Refund Confirmation email, we are including links to the originated charge (Invoice or Payment Link). This will help your clients to easily access and understand their charges and status.
We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.4.9

The Release was performed on 12/10/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.4.8

The Release was performed on 11/29/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.4.7

The Release was performed on 11/12/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.4.6

The Release was performed on 10/29/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.4.5

The Release was performed on 10/14/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

Your clients have now the ability to pay Invoices and Payment Links partially. They will be able to edit the amount to pay, always lower than the total amount. On your platform, you will notice the new status “Partially Paid”
You now have the ability to consult and download your monthly statements to keep track of your finances. Simply go to “Reports” and click on “Monthly Statements”. From there you will be able to select a year and access your statements.
We have made several UI updates on the Single payment page.
We have updated our API documentation to reflect the latest updates.

Release Notes - 2.4.4

The Release was performed on 10/01/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.4.3

The Release was performed on 09/18/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.4.2

The Release was performed on 08/26/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.4.1

The Release was performed on 08/06/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have updated our API documentation. Please refer to api.payxero.com
For the “Transactions Snapshot” report, “Transactions” page, and “Payments” page, we have implemented a new mechanism to download the CSV, so you don’t have to wait while the system processes a large amount of data. In this case, you will receive an email with a link when the file is ready to download.
On the “Payments” page, you now have the ability to know the origin of the payment, which could be an Invoice, a Payment Link, or using the Embedded Page”. You will notice this information as part of the “source” column for the online payments.
For merchants with a credit card fee percent distinct from the default, we added an offset column to the deposits report.

Release Notes - 2.4.0

The Release was performed on 07/23/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

For the Deposits reports, we have implemented a new mechanism to download the CSV, so you don’t have to wait while the system processes a large amount of data. In this case, you will receive an email with a link when the file is ready to download.
We have made several improvements on the Deposits report, including data fixes, new pagination, and style adjustments.
We have implemented new validations when deleting a user.
We have made several technical improvements on the system.

Release Notes - 2.3.9

The Release was performed on 07/08/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements on the system, security, and version upgrades.
We have updated the API Documentation.
We have performed several improvements on the “Deposits” report, so you can have the most accurate values according to your transactions.
On the “Deposits” report, you can now use a few predefined filters when selecting your dates.

Release Notes - 2.3.8

The Release was performed on 06/17/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several UI improvements on the platform, including legibility and readability of all texts, colors to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other minor changes.
To include more accurate data, from now and on you will be receiving the “Daily Batch Report” email in the afternoon.
On top of that, you will be receiving a “Monthly Settlement Report” email at the beginning of each month, including all the data from the prior month. You can subscribe as many users as you need to receive this email by going to Merchant Settings > Email Notifications Preferences.
You can share your Payment Links using a QR code. After creating the link, just select the option “QR Code” on the popover. This will generate a code, which can be scanned by the customers, and will redirect them to the specific payment page.
We have made several improvements on the “Deposits” report.
In case of any issues after issuing a refund, you now have the option to get that money back using the “void a refund” option. This is available only before the batch is closed. Go to the “Transactions” tab on the “View Payment” and click the ellipsis menu located on the right of the row.
On the “Transactions Snapshot” report, you can now use a few predefined filters when selecting your dates.

Release Notes - 2.3.7

The Release was performed on 06/03/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several improvements on the Payments page. Looking for more room to display the data, you will find a more condensed payment-status at the beginning of each row.
You can now customize what columns you would like to visualize on the page; and add additional filter criteria to the panel. Just click “More Actions” on the top-right of the page and select “Customize View”. You will find all the options there.
You are now able to print a more detailed receipt for your payments. You will get a receipt for each existing transaction.
If you use the physical Terminal, you now have the option to visualize in your platform the data collected on your extra field in the terminal when making a payment. Contact the Support department to activate this option. After the option is active, just go to your “Payments” page, click “More Actions” on the top-right of the page, and select “Customize View”. You will be able to select the column from this panel to be shown in your page.
We have made several usability improvements on the Payment Links page. You also have now the ability to select and apply taxes to your payment links selecting form the existing configured list.
Your “Daily Batch Report” email will now include new data to give you a better understanding of your finances.

Release Notes - 2.3.6

The Release was performed on 05/20/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have performed several usability and technical improvements to the application, including validations, fixes to avoid common errors, etc.
We have made several improvements to the existing reports.
On the “Transactions Snapshot” report, you now have the ability to click on certain values on the table, and you will get a more detailed view of all the transactions involved. New filter criteria were added as well.
We have added an extra field on the customer vault. It is intended to use as external reference identification to link to your CRM.
We have made several improvements on the programmable API, standardization, and validation.

Release Notes - 2.3.5

The Release was performed on 05/07/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have included two more filter criteria on the “Detailed Transactions” report. You can now filter your transactions by “owner” and “Batch Id”. This enhancement has also been implemented on the “Payments” screen and the respective CSV files.
You now have the option to receive a notification every time you receive a payment for a “Payment Link” or an “Invoice”. You will receive an email with the transaction’s details. You can modify the list of users that receive this email by going to Merchant Settings > Email Notifications Preferences.
We have performed several usability and technical improvements to the whole application, including validations, fixes to avoid common errors, etc.
We have added new events to our webhooks. Now you can get notified when a new “Payment Link” or “Invoice” is created.
Our webhooks now give you the “Order Information” in addition to the payment.

Release Notes - 2.3.4

The Release was performed on 04/23/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have performed several usability and technical improvements to the whole application, including validations, fixes to avoid common errors, etc.
We have exposed a new set of endpoints for a complete semi-integration experience.
We have updated our API Documentation related to the semi-integrations.
We have added the ability to filter the Terminals.
You now have the option to “void”, “refund” or “capture” any payments that were made from a physical Terminal in semi-integration mode.
You can now close your batch on-demand from the web platform for a specific physical terminal in semi-integration mode.
We have added the ability to filter the users, so you can easily find them by email, name, status, among other criteria.
Every time you send a payment to the terminal from the Strictly platform, you can differentiate/select if it is an “authorization” or “sale”.
You now have the option to download a CSV file on your Deposits report. Simply generate your report, then go to “More Actions” located on the top-right of the page and select “Download CSV”.

Release Notes - 2.3.3

The Release was performed on 04/09/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

You now have the option to subscribe multiple users to receive system email notifications, like the “Daily Report” and the “Recurring Payments Failing Notification”. Just go to “Merchant Settings > Emails Notifications Preferences” and add or remove users on each list.
We have enhanced the Payment Receipt showing more information for the payments coming from the Terminals.
We have added a status indication on the footer of the screens to let you know the status of the system. This will notify you about any interruptions, maintenance, etc. You can also click it to access a more detailed view.
We have integrated a new report: Deposits. You can see how much was funded to your account per day and see the transactions associated. Just go to “Reports > Deposits”.
We have added the ability to select what events are sent on the webhook calls back to you.

Release Notes - 2.3.2

The Release was performed on 03/26/2021 at 06:00 PM.

What’s new?

Product rebranding from “Zero Surcharging” to “PayXero”.
We have streamlined the way that workbooks work to make it more intuitive.
We have added the ability to request signature on terminal payments on semi-integration mode.
We have added an endpoint to programmatically get the PDF receipt through the API.
We have made several improvements on the API.
We have fixed minor bugs and edge cases.

Release Notes - 2.3.1

The Release was performed on 03/11/2021 at 08:00 PM.

What’s new?

If a user is not going to work for an extended period, you can now “Deactivate” it on the system. This way, all the history and permissions will be saved, and you can simply “Activate” it when the user comes back. Simply go to the “Users” screen, find the specific user, click the ellipsis menu on the row, and select the “Activate” or “Deactivate” option.
If for some reason a user did not receive the “Welcome” email with the credentials to access the platform, you can now “Resend” that welcome email. Simply go to the “Users” screen, find the specific user, click the ellipsis menu on the row, and select the “Resend” option.
The SMS receipt now contains a link to the payment confirmation.
When customers are on the “Payment Confirmation” page, now they have the ability to “Print Receipt”.
We have added two new filters to the “Transactions Snapshot” report. You can now group your results by “User Account” and by “Location”.
We have made several adjustments on the Dashboard, Payments, and Invoices pages to improve the usability.
We improved the Application Programming Interface Reference documentation. This is helpful for programmatic integrations into our gateway.

Release Notes - 2.3.0

The Release was performed on 02/25/2021 at 08:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several adjustments on the Dashboard, Transactions, Subscriptions, and Invoices pages to improve the usability.
We have moved the “Transactions” page to a different place. Just go to the “Reports” tab and click “Detailed Transactions”. You will find the list of transactions here and all the filters and options will remain the same.
We have made several improvements on the Notifications widget. Every time that you use the link included on the notification, it will take you to the specific page with the necessary filters applied, so you can have a better experience finding the issues.
We have combined the “Settlement Batch” and “Daily Report” under one report named “Transactions Snapshot” This grouping will give you more clarity on the results and you will be able to group the results based on different criteria.
We have created a new section for you to manage “Locations”. These would be used to group your Terminals, and to help you create reports based on it. Just go to “Merchant Settings” and click on “Terminals”. From there you will be able to manage your locations.
We have added the ability to assign “Locations” to your Terminals. This is not a required field, but if you need it, you can create a location and assign it to your terminal. Just click “Edit” on any Terminal, and you will be able to see a dropdown to select the location.

Release Notes - 2.2.9

The Release was performed on 02/16/2021 at 08:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have made several technical improvements on the system.
We have made several improvements on the Subscriptions payments schedule.
We have added the option to create a manual payments for your subscriptions. In the case that any subscription payment fails, and the “Retry Payment” option also gives you any trouble, you can easily click the ellipsis menu located on the scheduled payment details and select “New Manual Payment”. After processed, the subscription will be updated accordingly.
We have included new filter options on the Subscriptions page.
Every time that you delete/edit a customer, you will be notified if the card is associated with one or more subscriptions.
We have made general visual improvements on the “Terminals” page.
We have added the ability to create, delete, update and query Subscription Plans through our public API.
We have added the ability to create, delete, update and query Subscriptions through our public API.
We have added the ability to create, delete, update and query Customers through our public API.
We have fixed minor bugs across the application.

Release Notes - 2.2.8

The Release was performed on 01/28/2021 at 08:00 PM.

What’s new?

We have improved the retry mechanism of the Webhooks.
We added a new example to our GitHub public repository, demonstrating the use of our Webhooks.
We have added the ability to send a payment to the physical terminal from our public API.
We have added the ability to query the list of physical terminals from our public API.
We have added the ability to create, delete, and share payment links from our public API.
We have added new documentation to our Help Center, specifically to the “Merchant Settings” section.
You can now assign one, or multiple terminals to the users. They will be allowed to send payments only to the terminals assigned to them. An indication will be showing if the terminal is assigned or not.
We have made a few small improvements on the Invoice and the Notifications widget.
We have made a few user-experience improvements on the Single Payment Page.
The "Taxes" page is now under “Merchant Settings”. You can go there to configure the taxes that will be applied to your items.

Release Notes - 2.2.7

The Release was performed on 01/14/2021 at 08:00 PM.

What’s new?

You have now the option to update your Account Information from your admin portal. Note that not all fields can be edited on your side, but you can change your Website, Timezone, Contact Details, and Address. Just go to Merchant Settings > Account Information.
You can also update your branding by yourself, and preview how your guest-facing pages are going to look like. From the Merchant Settings > Branding you can update your colors and upload your logo.
Webhooks are a way for apps to send automated messages or information to other apps. You have now the option to configure this for your platform from Merchant Settings > Webhooks.
We have added Basic Authentication to the endpoints in the external API.
We have updated and improved the Demo Application for the API connection. You can find the application in our Github page.
We have updated the documentation for the external API.

What's fixed?

Fixed minor issues in the notifications widget. More changes coming in future weeks.
Fixed minor issues on the Invoice and Subscription modules.

Release Notes - 2.2.6

The Release was performed on 12/29/2020 at 08:00 PM.

What’s new?

If you selected the option “This user can only see the items he/she creates'' when creating a user on the platform, that restriction is now extended to the Dashboard page and the reports. That means that you can effectively isolate what users can see in the platform in all pages.
When you are managing your items, you now have the option to “Select All Existing Items” in the database and apply actions to all of them at the same time.
We have incorporated a new section in the side-navigation named “Merchant Settings”. From there, you will be able to make changes to your merchant configuration. For now, you can manage your API keys only, but more options are coming.
The Payments API is ready for integrations. There is a section in the merchant Help Center dedicated to explain how to use the API .
Tokenization integration is possible now. You can embed the tokenization form, and receive payments without your customers ever leaving your website. There is also a section on the help center to explain the nuts and bolts of the integration. This integration is available in conjunction with the API.
We have created a sample project to demonstrate how to integrate our Tokenization and Payments API. It is published on GitHub in the following url https://github.com/payxero/ecommerce-integration

Release Notes - 2.2.5

The Release was performed on 12/11/2020 at 08:00 PM.

What’s new?

Every time you create a new user to use Strictly Platform, they are going to receive a Welcome email including general information, and a link to access the platform and set up their password.
If you have any questions during the import process of your Items or Customers, we got you covered. We have included new documentation in our Help Center to guide you through that process. A link in the import modal will get you to that section.
You can now perform batch actions on your Customers and Invoices pages. This is going to save you time while you select multiple customers or invoices and apply actions to all together.
We have updated the documentation in our Help Center to help you understand better our platform. Keep looking for upcoming videos.
With the purpose of capture payments using different methods, we have made a few updates on the Payments page. You will notice a “Source” and a “Payment Method” column. This will help you understand better where your payments are coming from and the method used by your clients. In the case of the refunds or voids, you will notice a little icon to denote that.
After a certain time of inactivity on the platform, the system will give you the possibility to continue logged in, or to close the session.
We have added the Webhooks for “Void” and “Refund” for API integrations
When you are uploading customers for the first time, your sample file will contain one row filled out completely as an example of the data you need to include.
When you are uploading items for the first time, your sample file will contain two rows filled out completely (one for a product, and one for a service) as an example of the data you need to include.

What's fixed?

Randomize welcome password for Merchant Contact
Data-tables were not displaying correctly on resolutions of 768px and 1080px.
Notification not showing for error in recurring payments.
Roles and permission issues.

Release Notes - 2.2.4

The Release was performed on 11/27/2020 at 06:00 AM.

What's new?

Ability to filter by Debit vs Credit.
Ability to filter Payments by “Declined”
New page to create "Roles" to later be assigned to each user
Restrict Access by Owner
Email notifying the merchant when at least one subscription failed to charge correctly.

What's fixed?

SKU is not mandatory on Items.
Filter panels has been adjusted for a better user experience.
Notifications menu has been fixed.

Release Notes - 2.2.3 and older

The Release was performed on 11/28/2020 at 06:00 AM.

What's new?

Share a Payment Link in one of these four ways: as a button to paste on your email, as a hyperlink, as an email, or as a text message.
Set up custom fields relevant to your business to accompany your Payments, Invoices, Payment Links and Recurring Payments.
Choose what modules will use custom fields.
The Daily Report and Batch Report, and AMEX ESA give you different perspectives of your processed payments and refunds.
You can now Import Customers from a CSV file.
You can invite your Customers to create or update their profile and payment information while you are on the phone with them, via Email or SMS
You can now share your Invoice via Email or SMS.
Your customers can download a PDF version of their invoice.
Send reminders to your customers, on demand.
You can be more efficient by duplicating invoices, using improved filter parameters.
You can select a custom Due Date or use several preset suggestions.
We added a screen for you to set up available tax rates on your invoices.
New screen to create, import and manage Products and Services, what we call Items.
New line items for your invoices, either using existing Items or creating new ones on the fly.