RequestPay

RequestPay is a decentralized application (dApp) built on the Request Network to simplify cryptocurrency payment requests. It empowers freelancers, businesses, and individuals to create, share, and track payment requests with ease, eliminating the complexity of blockchain transactions.

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Problem Statement

Challenges in Current Payment Solutions

• Complexity: Requires technical expertise or blockchain integration.
• Inconvenience: Limited user-friendly interfaces for non-technical users.
• Inefficiency: Tracking payment statuses involves manual work and navigating block explorers.

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Solution: RequestPay

RequestPay addresses these challenges by providing:

• Easy onboarding for users with no technical expertise.
• An intuitive design for seamless payment requests.
• Real-time tracking of payment statuses.

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Features

Effortless Payment Requests

• Input details such as:
  • The amount to be paid.
  • The recipient’s blockchain wallet address.
  • An optional description (e.g., "Invoice #123").
• Instantly generate a unique payment link (e.g., https://requestpay.com/request/abcdef123).

Instant Sharing and Notifications

• Share payment links via:
  • Email, social media, or messaging platforms.
• Receive notifications:
  • When the payment link is generated.
  • When the payment is confirmed or completed.

Real-Time Payment Tracking

• Monitor transaction statuses (Pending, Confirmed, or Completed) via:
  • RequestPay Dashboard.
  • Request Network Explorer.
• Export payment data (CSV files) for businesses.

User-Friendly Interface

• No sign-up required: Simply connect a blockchain wallet to start.
• Intuitive design ensures non-technical users can onboard quickly.

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How It Works

Step 1: Create a Payment Request

1. Open the RequestPay app.
2. Enter:
   • The payment amount.
   • The recipient’s wallet address.
   • An optional description (e.g., "Payment for services").
3. Click "Generate Payment Link" to create a unique link.

Step 2: Share the Payment Link

1. Share the link via:
   • Email, social media, or messaging apps.
2. Recipients click the link to complete the payment.

Step 3: Track Payment Status

1. Use the dashboard to monitor the transaction.
2. Receive real-time updates for statuses:
   • Pending
   • Confirmed
   • Completed

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Running the App

Prerequisites

• Node.js and npm installed on your system.
• A connected MetaMask wallet.

Installation

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/blockdudes/Request-Pay

# Navigate to the project directory
cd Request-Pay

# Install dependencies
npm install

# Start the development server
npm run dev