Frequently asked questions

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Is Pledged free to use?

Yes, Pledged is completely free for churches. There are no setup fees, monthly charges, or hidden costs. Standard Paystack transaction fees apply to each transaction, which are deducted before settlement.

How does the money get to our church?

Funds are settled directly into your church's registered bank account via Paystack. At no point does Pledged hold or manage your money. Settlements typically happen within 24 hours.

Can members cancel recurring giving?

Absolutely. Members have full control over their giving. They can pause, modify, or cancel their recurring subscriptions at any time from their dashboard. No questions asked.

What payment methods are supported?

We support all payment methods available through Paystack, including debit/credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Verve), bank transfers, and USSD. Members can choose whichever works best for them.

How do I set up my church?

It takes less than 5 minutes. Click "Get Started", enter your church details, connect your bank account, set up your giving categories, and share your unique giving link with your congregation.

Is our data secure?

Yes. All payments are processed through Paystack, which is PCI DSS Level 1 compliant. We use TLS/SSL encryption for all data in transit, and we never store card details on our servers.

Can we customize our giving page?

Yes. You can upload your church logo, set a brand color, and create custom giving categories like Tithes, Offerings, Building Fund, or Missions. Your giving page reflects your church's identity.

How does recurring giving work?

Members choose a category, amount, and frequency (daily, weekly, or monthly). Their card is automatically charged on schedule. They receive a confirmation for each transaction and can manage everything from their dashboard.

Can we track who gave and how much?

Yes. The admin dashboard gives you real-time visibility into all transactions, member activity, and giving trends. You can filter by date, category, or member, and export reports for your treasurer.

What happens if a payment fails?

If a recurring charge fails (e.g., insufficient funds or expired card), both the member and church admin are notified. The system will retry automatically, and the member can update their payment method.

Can we have multiple admin users?

Currently, each church has one admin account. We're working on multi-admin support with role-based permissions. In the meantime, your team can share the admin login securely.

Do givers need to create an account?

Members create a simple account so they can manage their giving subscriptions — pause, adjust, or cancel anytime.