# Hosted Fiat Payout Session

> Send a customer to a hosted checkout that handles KYC verification, payment method selection and crypto-to-fiat conversion end to end.

## Overview

A Hosted Fiat Payout Session provides an end-to-end checkout flow where customers convert cryptocurrency to fiat through a hosted interface. This solution includes KYC verification, payment method selection, and transaction monitoring through Webhooks.

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The session provides a simple and secure, hosted end-to-end flow allowing your customers to offramp to your application. It includes access to the Business Dashboard, providing an overview of all your accounts, transactions, and customers, as well as the ability to download reports and manage integration settings.

### Example Scenario

Consider a remittance company enabling customers to send money home by converting their crypto holdings:

**Setup:**

- **CustomerID:** Sender's profile with KYC verification
- **Input:** Customer's cryptocurrency holdings
- **Output:** Local fiat currency
- **Destination:** Recipient's local bank account

**Key Implementation Features:**

- Hosted checkout flow with HostedURL for secure transactions
- Integrated KYC verification during session
- Payment method selection through hosted interface
- Webhook notifications for transaction status updates

## Recipe

Implement a scenario as described above by following the steps below.

![Hosted Checkout Step Diagram](https://docs.noah.com/assets/images/hosted-checkout-step-diagram-graphic-1a4aa694ab4baf6287d91fec9bb6c3b7.png)

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<summary>1. Initiate a Hosted Checkout Session</summary>

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<summary>2. Handle the API Response</summary>

Store the `HostedURL` and `CheckoutPaymentID` received. These are essential for validating transaction completion and monitoring your customer's activity.

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<summary>3. Direct the Customer to Payment</summary>

Redirect your customer to the `HostedURL` to carry out the transaction on Noah's secure checkout page.

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<summary>4. Transaction Status Updates via Webhooks</summary>

Set up to receive notifications through webhooks about the status of the transaction. These will inform you of successful transactions through a Successful Transaction Webhook and of any failures via a Failed Transaction Webhook. For more details, view [Transactions Webhooks](../../api-concepts/webhooks/transactions.md).

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<summary>5. Post-Transaction Account Management</summary>

Following a successful transaction, adjust your customer’s account balance accordingly, reflecting the items described in the `LineItems` field exactly. All transaction attempts, successful or otherwise, are recorded in your Noah Business Dashboard for tracking and analysis.

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