The Paywall Workflow Stage lets you charge guests directly at the photo booth using a QR code and Stripe Checkout. Ideal for restaurants, event venues, and any pay-per-photo setup — it enables automated, self-service monetization with no manual payment handling required.
Requires a Pro or Premium license. Pictor's platform fee is 10% for Pro and 5% for Premium — the remainder goes directly to your Stripe account.
How It Works
When a guest reaches the Paywall stage in your workflow, a QR code appears on the booth screen. The guest scans it with their phone, completes payment via Stripe Checkout, and the booth automatically continues to the next workflow step — no staff involvement needed.
You can place the Paywall stage at the beginning or end of your workflow depending on your use case — collect payment before the photo is taken, or after.
Step-by-Step Setup
1. Create an Event
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Log in to your Pictor account.
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Create a new Advanced Event.
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Open the Workflow tab.
2. Add the Paywall Stage
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Click the + (Plus) icon in your workflow.
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Select Paywall from the stage list.
3. Connect Your Stripe Account
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Click Connect Stripe inside the Paywall section.
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Log in to your existing Stripe account or create a new one.
⚠️ The Stripe account must use the same email as your Pictor account. -
Once connected, your account will appear as Connected.

4. Set Your Price
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Enter the price guests will pay per session.
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The platform fee is deducted automatically — the remainder is deposited to your Stripe account.
5. Customize the QR Code Display (Optional)
Use the paintbrush/design tools within the Paywall stage to customize the QR code display — colors and styling can be adjusted to match your event branding.
6. Finalize Workflow & Launch
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Add remaining workflow stages (e.g., Capture → Print → Share).
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Save your event.
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Launch it on your iPad or mobile device — a unique QR code will appear for guests to scan.

Guest Experience
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Guest approaches the booth and sees the QR code on screen.
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They scan it with their phone — Stripe Checkout opens.
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They complete payment on their phone.
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The booth detects the successful transaction and automatically continues to the next workflow step.
Platform Fees
| Plan | Pictor Fee | You Keep |
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| Pro | 10% | 90% |
| Premium | 5% | 95% |