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Payment Rules: Hide Payment Methods at Checkout

Control which payment methods customers see at checkout based on their delivery choice and store location.


The Payment Rules feature in Bird Pickup & Delivery gives you precise control over payment method visibility. Hide irrelevant payment options to streamline checkout and reduce customer confusion.


What Are Payment Rules?


Payment Rules let you hide specific payment methods when customers select certain delivery methods or shop at specific store locations. This ensures customers only see relevant payment options for their chosen fulfillment method.



Shows that Cash on Delivery is visible before applying the setting


Shows the checkout page with Cash on Delivery payment method hidden


How to Create a Payment Rule


Follow these steps to set up payment method restrictions:


  1. Navigate to Payment Rules
  • Go to your Bird App Settings
  • Click Payment Rules


Payment Rules options highlighted in the Bird Settings


  1. Add a New Rule
  • Click the Add button
  • Enter the exact payment method name you want to hide


Highlights the add button


  1. Configure Rule Settings
  • Select Delivery Method: Choose Local Delivery, Pickup, or Shipping
  • Choose Location Scope: Apply to All Locations or select a specific store location


Input field for the name of the Payment Method and dropdowns for locations and Delivery Methods


  1. Activate the Rule
  • Click Save to activate your payment restriction


Shows the payment rules configuration interface


Common Use Cases


Hide Cash on Delivery for Local Delivery

  • Keep COD available for pickup orders
  • Hide it for local delivery to avoid cash handling


Restrict Bank Deposit by Location

  • Apply payment restrictions to specific store locations
  • Control payment methods based on regional preferences


Streamline Checkout Experience

  • Remove irrelevant payment options
  • Reduce customer decision fatigue


Benefits of Payment Rules


  • Improved Checkout Flow: Customers see only relevant payment options
  • Reduced Errors: Prevent payment method conflicts with delivery choices
  • Location-Specific Control: Customize payment methods per store location
  • Enhanced Customer Experience: Streamlined, logical checkout process



Updated on: 09/27/2025

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