The safest way to pay
Never risk your money again when buying or selling with people you don’t know.
Pay securely with ShieldPayTM
ShieldPay is the safest way to send and receive money. We offer peace of mind to both buyers and sellers through our ShieldPay vault.
Who are you paying?
Enter their details and we’ll invite and verify both parties.
Add money to the vault
ShieldPay holds the funds in a secure online vault.
Happy to release?
Both parties confirm that they are happy to release the money.
Transaction complete
The money is released by ShieldPay to the recipient.
Step 1
Who are you paying?
Enter their details and we’ll invite and verify both parties.
Step 2
Add money to the vault
ShieldPay holds the funds in a secure online vault.
Step 3
Happy to release?
Both parties confirm that they are happy to release the money.
Step 4
Transaction complete
The money is released by ShieldPay to the recipient.
Why should I use ShieldPay?
ShieldPay provides sellers and buyers of products and services with the most secure, monitored payment method available.
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Both parties verified
Our robust security and identity checks mean that you always know that the other side is legitimate. -
Money held until you’re happy
Your money is held securely until confirmation to release. No one has access until both sides approve.
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Items up to £100M
You can pay securely for high value items up to £100 Million. ShieldPay is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. -
We handle all disputes
ShieldPay acts as a neutral third party, with a dedicated legal team to protect you if anything doesn’t go to plan.
Protection for sellers
When a buyer adds money using ShieldPay, the money is held securely in the ShieldPay vault protecting the you from fraudulent cheques or scams.
‘Unlike other platforms where I have no seller protection, ShieldPay also protects my interests’
Assurance for buyers
By using ShieldPay, you can make sure that you are happy with the purchased goods before releasing the money. If not, return the item and we will refund the money.
‘It gave me peace of mind that the money for the car was secured until I confirmed I was happy’
Ready to sign up?
Create your account to invite a buyer or seller to your first protected transaction, or see our FAQ to learn more.
When can I use ShieldPay?
From a high value property transaction to buying a pair of tickets from a stranger, send or receive money with confidence using ShieldPay.
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Luxury goods
Protection when buying or selling high value items such as watches and jewellery. -
Digital goods
Domain names and other digital purchases are 100% protected when using ShieldPay. -
Tickets
Have peace of mind when buying tickets to your favourite shows, concerts or sporting.
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Builders or Freelancers
Looking to hire a builder or freelancer for a project? ShieldPay secures your payments. -
Cars or Bikes
ShieldPay ensures funds for the purchase aren’t released until you are happy. -
Private rentals
Renting your summer home? ShieldPay verifies guests and secures money upfront.
