run-a-pre-authorization

To place a hold without charging, you create a pre-authorization through the Payroc API. This reserves funds on the customer's card for later capture or reversal without immediate settlement.

Yes, you can adjust the pre-authorization amount after creation. The workflow supports modifying the held amount to accommodate changes like incidental fees before final settlement.

To capture funds from a pre-authorization, you submit a capture request via the Payroc API using Bearer token authentication. This finalizes the charge and settles the previously held amount.

The best way to release a pre-authorization hold is by performing a reversal. This cancels the reserved funds without settling a charge, useful for canceled reservations.

Yes, Bearer token authentication is required for secure Payroc API calls. You must include this token in your JSON requests to manage pre-authorizations and captures.

You need pre-authorization handling when reserving funds for uncertain final amounts, such as hotel reservations or deposits. It allows placing a hold and adjusting or capturing the amount later.