Pay4Fun, the first payment institution operating in the sports betting sector to receive authorization from the Central Bank of Brazil, celebrated six years of activity in the market on May 10th. During this period, the company has established itself as a leader in the online betting payments segment, offering a secure, fast, and reliable solution for its clients. The institution is integrated with the world's leading betting houses, totaling over 500 integrations.

Over these six years, Pay4Fun has experienced exponential growth, driven by the sector's boom and by prioritizing the financial security of transactions since the company's first day of operation, following international diligence and self-regulation practices. This commitment resulted in obtaining authorization from the Central Bank of Brazil (Bacen) in record time, demonstrating the company's solidity and reliability.

"We've reached our sixth year with a consolidation that was only possible thanks to the tireless work of each of our employees and the engagement of the team we've built. We are writing our own story and actively integrating part of it. Six years ago, talking about money in gambling in Brazil was unthinkable. Pay4Fun was a pioneer as a payment institution in this market and since then, we have advanced and consolidated ourselves. Today, we are a respected force in the market, a solid foundation to continue growing. From now on, we will continue with the goal of expanding our services to other countries and diversifying our products to reinforce our leadership in the sector," declares Leonardo Baptista, CEO, and co-founder of Pay4Fun.

From project creation to an award-winning institution

Pay4Fun was born out of the need to offer a secure and efficient payment method for the online gaming market. At the time, Brazilian operators faced difficulties in receiving deposits from bettors and paying out prizes. Leonardo Baptista recounts that the company was created with headquarters in Brazil, with Brazilian partners, with an address published on the website, with "faces and names" behind the operation.

This allowed banks, operators, and players to rely on the company's transparency and governance, always focusing on serving the customer, taking the customer by the hand.

"As a former operator, I was harmed by the payment methods available at the time. They provided a questionable quality service at a high price. Additionally, many operations were lost or disappeared, leaving players' money trapped without any legal guarantee," details the executive.

In 2018, Baptista joined a group of friends who shared the same goal. The company's differential lay in the combination of the partners' skills and knowledge. Leonardo Baptista contributed with his vast knowledge in the gaming area, while Marlon Rupe, CFO, brought his financial vision and expertise. Fabricio Murakami, CMO, assumed the strategic role in marketing, Ronaldo Reis led the technological issues, and Ari Celia, director of institutional relations and ombudsman, took care of legal issues and relationships with operators (merchants).

The institution grew and, in a short time, became a reference in the financial market for betting, winning relevant awards in the segment.

Recently, the company ranked second in the Payment Innovation category of the Year at the SBC Awards. The institution was also recognized, for the second consecutive year, with the Great Place To Work (GPTW) seal, attesting to its commitment to excellence in the workplace environment, and received the RA 1,000 seal from Reclame Aqui, demonstrating the high level of customer satisfaction with its service. In 2022, it was awarded as the Best Payment Method at the Brazilian iGaming Awards.

"It's impossible not to be moved when looking back and seeing how Pay4Fun has grown. We started as a small company on a 'easel', with half a floor, and today we are a reference in the online payment market for betting, with over two floors of the company, 130 employees, and more than 500 operators integrated into our platform," says the executive.

Transaction security as the institution's main asset

Pay4Fun relies on technology and compliance policies that contribute to the prevention of financial crimes and comply with Bacen's resolutions, such as prevention of money laundering and corruption, terrorism financing, among other measures, all in line with payment guidelines.

"Security is a priority for Pay4Fun. We are committed to protecting our customers' data and transactions. For this, we adopt the strictest measures. Our customers can rest assured that their data is safe and their transactions are legitimate," says Leonardo Baptista, CEO, and co-founder of Pay4Fun.

Financial solutions for the 'fun' market

Pay4Fun offers a range of features for financial transactions in the entertainment sector, such as Pay4Fun GO, a payment gateway that offers solutions such as Pix and transfers for deposits and withdrawals. The institution also offers a digital wallet solution where users can deposit funds and receive prizes on various partner sites, as well as Pay4Fun Store, an online store with a variety of gift card options for entertainment services, and Pay4Fun Smille, the social responsibility program that offers donations to GRAAC for the fight against childhood and adolescent cancer.

Customer focus and constant innovation 

Pay4Fun stands out for its commitment to the best customer experience.

The company offers 24/7 customer service in Portuguese and English, through various channels such as online chat, email, and phone.

Sponsorships and strategic partnerships

Demonstrating its commitment to sports and entertainment, Pay4Fun invests in various sponsorships and strategic partnerships. The company supports drivers Gabriel Casagrande, Thiago Camilo, and Pipo Barrichello from Stock Car. Pay4Fun is also the official sponsor of poker player Rodrigo Garrido, the company's ambassador, one of the most renowned players in Brazil, and the Gaming Operation Academy (GOA Latam) course, a workshop aimed at professionals and enthusiasts in the gaming sector in Latin America.

For 2024, Pay4Fun projects even more robust growth, establishing partnerships with online betting houses, investing in new innovative products and services, and expanding its presence in the Brazilian and international markets, expecting to grow in revenue and turnover.