
Archived App (Last seen on 25 Apr 2025)
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About
This app enables farmers to send and receive money within their local communities, bypassing traditional banking inefficiencies. It offers fast, instant transfers using just a contact number and allows users to cash out locally through agents or become agents themselves to earn commissions.
What's New in Cowries Pay
2.0.2
August 13, 2022
- Update Privacy Policy - French Language added
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FAQ
How does Cowries Pay help farmers?
Cowries Pay allows farmers to send and receive funds for their produce directly within their local community. It bypasses traditional banking systems, eliminating high charges, correspondent bank fees, and slow delivery speeds.
Is Cowries Pay secure for transactions?
The app facilitates secure peer-to-peer transactions using contact numbers. While specific security protocols are not detailed, the focus is on providing a direct and efficient alternative to traditional banking for farmers.
What are the transaction fees for Cowries Pay?
The app aims to eliminate high bank fees and correspondent bank fees. Charges may apply when topping up your wallet, depending on the payment gateway used, such as Mobile money via Flutterwave, PayPal, and Stripe.
Can I become an agent with Cowries Pay?
Yes, you can become a registered agent. As an agent, you can use the Cowries Pay app to validate transfers and earn a commission on each transaction. Registration can be done via the Agent app or by emailing agent@cowriesmoney.com.
How fast are transfers with Cowries Pay?
Transfers are designed to be fast, usually arriving within minutes. All that is needed to send or receive money is a contact number.
What payment methods can I use to top up my Cowries Pay wallet?
You can add money to your account using Mobile money via Flutterwave, PayPal, and Stripe for users with cards. These options provide flexibility for users to fund their wallets.
Is Cowries Pay available on all devices?
Cowries Pay is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. The app is designed to be accessible on Apple's mobile operating systems.
How often is Cowries Pay updated?
The latest version of Cowries Pay is 2.0.2, last updated on August 13, 2022. This indicates regular updates to improve functionality and address any issues.






