Make a Payment via AlarmPayments.com

Make a Payment via AlarmPayments.com

This guide provides instructions for processing a one-time payment through the AlarmPayments.com portal. There are two primary ways to access the portal: directly from a customer's account in Cornerstone or by visiting the website.

Method 1: Processing a Payment from Cornerstone

Use these steps when you are processing a payment on behalf of a customer.

  1. Find the Account:

    • Click the Customer Icon from the main screen.

    • Search for and select the correct customer account to open their profile.

  2. Launch the Payment Portal:

    • Click the Alarm Pay Icon within the customer's account. This will securely launch the AlarmPayments.com portal.

    • Once the portal loads, click the Make Payment button.

  3. Complete the Payment:

    • Review the list of open invoices. Uncheck any invoices that should not be included in this payment.

    • Scroll down and choose the applicable payment method (e.g., Credit Card, eCheck/ACH).

    • Add the required payment information into the fields provided.

    • Click Continue.

    • Review the payment details for accuracy, then check the box to agree to the Online Payment Agreement.

    • Click Confirm Payment.

    • Finally, click Submit to process the transaction.

Please Note: If paying by credit card, you will see an immediate Approval or Denial message on the screen after you click Submit.

Method 2: Paying Directly on the Website (For Customer Guidance)

Use these steps when guiding a customer to pay their own bill, or if you are paying outside of Cornerstone.

  1. Access the Portal:

    • Open a web browser and go to Alarmpayments.com.

    • Enter the Customer Number and the billing Site Zip Code.

    • Click Next.

  2. Follow the Payment Steps:

    • Once logged in, the process is the same as above. The customer will need to:

      • Click Make Payment.

      • Review their invoices and uncheck any they do not wish to pay.

      • Select a payment method and enter their information.

      • Click Continue, agree to the terms, and click Confirm Payment to finalize the transaction.

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