LINQ Payments, powered by LINQ Connect, is a secure and easy-to-use online payment platform designed to simplify school fee and student meal payments for families. It offers a centralized portal where parents and guardians can manage payments for multiple students, reducing lunch debt and streamlining financial operations for districts.

Features

• Online & Mobile App Access: Families can add one-time or recurring funds to pay school fees and meal accounts via a single portal or mobile app.
• Cashless Transactions: Enables districts to go fully cashless for meal payments and school fees, eliminating the need for cash or checks.
• POS Integration: Real-time integration with district Point of Service systems ensures accurate meal balances and faster lunch line movement.
• Secure Data Handling: Adheres to PCI-DSS standards, ensuring the highest level of data security for financial and student information.
• Automated Alerts: Low-balance alerts via email, text, and push notifications help reduce lunch debt.
• Flexible Payment Options: Supports payments for after-school care, athletics, field trips, event tickets, and more.
• Online Forms & Applications: Includes meal applications, online menus, auto-pay setup, and donation/fundraising tools.
• ERP Integration: Seamlessly connects with ERP systems for school fee and invoice payments.

Benefits

• Convenience for Families: A single portal for managing multiple student accounts and school-related fees.
• Improved Financial Management: Reduces lunch debt and simplifies fee collection for districts.
• Enhanced Security: Peace of mind for schools and families with industry-standard data protection.
• Operational Efficiency: Streamlines payment processes and integrates with existing systems.
• Increased Participation: Faster lunch lines and easier payment options encourage more à la carte sales.
• Scalable Solution: Suitable for districts of all sizes, supporting a wide range of payment needs.