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How Does Sezzle Work? Step-by-Step Payment Guide

Learn exactly how to use Sezzle from sign up to final payment. Simple, easy-to-follow instructions.

The Sezzle Process

Using Sezzle is simple. Here's how it works from start to finish.

1

Create Your Account

Sign up in minutes with your email, phone number, and basic info. No hard credit check required.

2

Shop at Partner Stores

Browse 47,000+ online stores or use Sezzle Anywhere at any store that accepts Visa.

3

Select Sezzle at Checkout

Choose Sezzle as your payment method and log in to your account. Pay 25% upfront.

4

Pay Over 6 Weeks

Remaining payments are automatically charged every 2 weeks. No interest if paid on time!

Step 1: Sign Up for Sezzle

Creating a Sezzle account is quick and easy. Here's what you need:

  • Valid email address
  • US or Canadian mobile phone number
  • Debit or credit card
  • Date of birth (must be 18+)

During sign-up, Sezzle performs a soft credit check that won't affect your credit score. You'll receive an instant decision on your spending limit.

💡 Approval Tip

Using a debit card linked to a checking account with funds available can help with faster approval and higher spending limits.

Step 2: Shopping with Sezzle

Online Shopping

Look for the Sezzle logo at checkout on partner websites. Major retailers like Target, GameStop, and thousands of specialty stores accept Sezzle.

Using Sezzle Anywhere

Want to use Sezzle at a store that isn't a partner? Sezzle Anywhere gives you a virtual Visa card that works almost anywhere:

  • Open the Sezzle app
  • Tap "Sezzle Anywhere"
  • Enter your purchase amount
  • Get a virtual card number
  • Use it like any Visa card

Step 3: Checkout with Sezzle

When you're ready to purchase:

  1. Add items to your cart
  2. Proceed to checkout
  3. Select "Sezzle" as your payment method
  4. Log in to your Sezzle account
  5. Review your payment schedule
  6. Confirm your first payment (25%)

Your order ships immediately — no waiting for payments to complete!

Step 4: Payment Schedule

Here's how your payments break down for a $100 purchase:

Payment When Amount
1st Payment At checkout $25.00
2nd Payment 2 weeks later $25.00
3rd Payment 4 weeks later $25.00
4th Payment 6 weeks later $25.00

Payments are automatically charged to your card on file. You'll receive reminders before each payment.

Using Sezzle Virtual Card

The Sezzle Virtual Card lets you shop at stores that don't directly offer Sezzle at checkout.

How to Get Your Virtual Card

  1. Download the Sezzle app (iOS or Android)
  2. Log in to your account
  3. Navigate to "Virtual Card" or "Sezzle Anywhere"
  4. Enter the amount you want to spend
  5. Sezzle generates a one-time-use Visa card number

Add to Apple Pay / Google Pay

For in-store purchases, you can add your Sezzle virtual card to your mobile wallet and tap to pay at any store that accepts contactless payments.

What If You Miss a Payment?

Life happens. Here's what to know about missed payments:

Late Fees

Sezzle may charge up to $10 per missed payment. However, there are limits — you won't be charged more in fees than the original purchase amount.

Reschedule Payments

You can reschedule your payment once for free through the app. This gives you extra time without incurring late fees.

Impact on Future Use

Repeated missed payments may affect your ability to use Sezzle in the future and could lower your spending limit.

⚠️ Sezzle Up Users

If you're enrolled in Sezzle Up, missed payments WILL be reported to credit bureaus and could negatively impact your credit score.

How Sezzle Works FAQ

Yes! You can pay off your balance early at any time through the Sezzle app with no penalties or fees. Many users do this to free up their spending limit for new purchases.

Sezzle approval is typically instant. Most users receive a decision within seconds of submitting their application. Some accounts may require additional verification.

With Sezzle Anywhere, you can use Sezzle at almost any store that accepts Visa — both online and in-store. Just create a virtual card in the app for each purchase.

Sezzle accepts most major debit and credit cards, including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Debit cards are recommended for best results.

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