# Signing Up for Payouts

Learn how to get started with Payouts.

## Step 1: Contact Finix

Reach out to your Finix point-of-contact or the [Finix Sales](https://finix.com/contact-us) team with:

- A link to your website.
- A brief explanation of how you plan to use Payouts.
- The countries you plan to use Payouts in.


## Step 2: Login to Your Payouts Sandbox

Finix will work with you to set up your Payouts Sandbox. A Payouts Sandbox includes:

- A Payouts Dashboard
- API Credentials


## Step 3: Build Your Payouts Integration

Build out your integration and begin testing Payouts. See [Card Payouts](/guides/payouts/card-payouts) for details on how to process a Card Payout.

## Step 4: Apply for a Live Account

When you're ready to apply for a live environment, reach out to your Finix point-of-contact or the [Finix Support](mailto:support@finix.com) team.

Before we can grant access to a live environment, Finix must evaluate your business and integration. Access to a live environment enables you to process live payouts and initiate real money movements.

## Step 5: Approval

Finix will evaluate your integration and, if approved, set up your live environment.

## Next Steps

Once you have access to your live environment, you can proceed with sending payouts to cards or bank accounts.

Managing Payouts
Learn how to manage your payout activity using the Payouts Dashboard.

Card Payouts
Learn how to send money to recipients' credit or debit cards.

Bank Payouts
Learn how to send money to recipients' bank accounts.