# Manual gateways

Configuring a manual payment gateway for a market lets you safely process payments through wire transfer, cash, and other kinds of manual payment options.

To create a manual gateway you just need to choose a meaningful name that helps you identify it within your organization.

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Check the related [guide](https://docs.commercelayer.io/developers/v/how-tos/payments/manual-payments) to learn more about the steps to follow in order to let your customers process their payments using a manual gateway on Commerce Layer.

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