Delivery options and product types
This is a reference article. It explains delivery choices and how they map to product types. For step-by-step setup with screenshots, open the product-type guide for what you sell.
Delivery settings define what the buyer receives after payment. Test delivery before sending real traffic to checkout.
Delivery options
| Delivery option | Use it when |
|---|---|
| External members area | Buyers should receive access in another platform, such as MemberKit. |
| AtomicMembers | The product should use AtomicPay's integrated members area when available. |
| No members area | The product does not need an automatic members area. |
| Ebook upload | Buyers should receive a paid ebook file after purchase. |
| Link delivery | Buyers should receive one or more access links after purchase. |
Product type and delivery
| Product type | Common delivery setup | Step-by-step guide |
|---|---|---|
| Course | External members area or AtomicMembers | Set up a course product |
| Mentorship | No members area or link delivery | Set up a mentorship product |
| Community | Community access link or members integration | Set up a community product |
| Service | No members area or link delivery | Set up a service product |
| Software | Link delivery or external access flow | Set up a software product |
| Ebook | Ebook upload | Upload and deliver ebooks |
| Link delivery | Labeled delivery URLs | Set up link delivery products |
Delivery checks before launch
| Check | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Delivery method matches product type | Buyers should receive access in the format promised by the offer. |
| External callback URL works | External members platforms need the correct URL to create access. |
| Ebook file is uploaded | Ebook buyers should not pay before the file exists. |
| Delivery links are valid | Broken URLs create immediate support tickets. |
| Buyer access is tested | Test the full buyer path, not only the seller dashboard. |
Related guides
- Connect MemberKit for delivery
- Configure external members callback URLs
- Create a product and prepare it for approval
- Troubleshoot buyer access after purchase
FAQ
Should I choose external members area or no members area?
Choose external members area when buyer access must be created in another platform. Choose no members area for manual fulfillment, services, or link-based onboarding.
Can I use MemberKit with AtomicPay?
Yes. See connect MemberKit for delivery.