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Pay your first bill in minutes with Melio’s intuitive workflow

See how paying bills can be straightforward and efficient with Melio's user-friendly payment process designed for busy business owners.

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What you’ll learn in this video

How to bring bills into Melio

  • Choose your import method: Select from multiple options including manual uploads or direct accounting software integration
  • Connect with accounting software: Sync with your existing platform to ensure payments and bookkeeping stay perfectly aligned
  • Create bills manually: Quickly enter bill information when needed for immediate payment processing

How to set up vendor information

  • Enter vendor details: Type in your vendor’s business name in the payment form
  • Add new vendors easily: Create vendor profiles on the fly during the payment process with a simple, straightforward form
  • Build your vendor database: Gradually create a comprehensive vendor list as you make payments

How to customize your payment schedule

  • Select payment frequency: Choose between one-time payments or recurring schedules like weekly, monthly, or yearly
  • Set specific timing: Pick exact delivery dates that work for your cash flow needs
  • Define payment duration: Specify how long recurring payments should continue, either until cancellation or for a set number of transactions

How to choose payment methods

  • Select your funding source: Pay directly from connected bank accounts or credit cards
  • Pick delivery options: Choose how your vendor receives payment—via ACH, wire transfer, paper check, or single-use virtual card
  • Understand associated fees: View clearly displayed cost information for each payment method
  • Let vendors decide: Give vendors the option to select their preferred payment method

How to complete and track your payment

  • Review payment details: Double-check all information before final submission
  • Complete verification if needed: Easily provide any additional business verification that might be required
  • Access payment records: Find confirmation details, printable receipts, and complete payment history in your dashboard

This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, tax, or accounting advice. Melio does not provide professional advisory services. Always consult a qualified professional before making financial or business decisions.