We’re using a trusted, independent, third-party payment processor to pay you, called Stripe. They simplify the payment process, and established marketplaces such as Amazon, Deliveroo and Depop use similar providers to process payments securely at scale.
You'll need to set up a payment account with them to get paid, and we’ll prompt you to set up your account before your first lesson. It should take less than five minutes - here’s what to do:
A step-by-step guide to setting up your Stripe account
Step 1
Once you’ve applied for your first membership opportunity, a banner will pop up asking you to set up your account. Click the link to open Stripe.
Step 2
Fill in your basic details like your name, address, phone number, and email address. You’ll also be asked to verify your phone number by entering a 6-digit code Stripe text to you.
Step 3
Adding your business details: Stripe will ask you for some details about how you earn money with MyTutor. Here’s how we’d recommend you fill it in:
Industry: Education
Your website: add your profile link from the current platform. You can find it by logging into your existing MyTutor account, clicking ‘view profile’, then copying and pasting the URL. It’ll be a MyTutor link followed by a unique string of numbers, e.g. https://www.mytutor.co.uk/tutors/1234567.
Step 4
Add an account for payout. This is the bank account where your earnings will be sent, so make sure the details are accurate.
Step 5
Review and submit. You’ll have a chance to check the details you’ve entered, and when you’re happy, submit them.
Step 6
Lastly, for additional security, you’ll be asked to upload a document to verify your identity. A passport scan is preferred, but you can also upload a driving licence, resident permit, citizen card, or electoral ID. Just make sure it includes your full legal name, date of birth and a photo, and that it matches what’s on your Stripe profile.