Instant app store payouts for Zimbabwean game devs—no more gateway blocks.
Game developers in Zimbabwe have their payouts delayed or blocked by international payment gateways that reject Zimbabwean currency, preventing global app monetization.
PayoutZim integrates with Google Play, Apple, and itch.io payout reports via CSV uploads or APIs, automatically converts earnings to USDT or routes to Payoneer/EcoCash partners. Devs get a dashboard to track, claim, and receive funds in local currency within 48 hours. Eliminates delays by using crypto bridges and local mobile money APIs tailored for Zimbabwe.
Independent game developers based in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe-exclusive integrations with EcoCash and NetOne OneMoney for seamless ZWG settlements, plus game-specific payout templates.
supportive
Real-time overview of app store earnings, conversion status, and local payouts.
Upload or webhook import from Google Play/Apple payout files.
Converts USD to USDT then to ZWG via partnered ramps.
One-click schedule to EcoCash or bank transfer.
Generates Zim tax-ready reports for game revenues.
Email/SMS notifications for new payouts.
Charts of revenue trends and fees.
Manage payouts across multiple titles.
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| text | No | |
| phone | text | Yes |
| ecocash_number | text | Yes |
| created_at | timestamp | No |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| user_id | uuid | No |
| name | text | No |
| store | text | No |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| game_id | uuid | No |
| amount_usd | int | No |
| status | text | No |
| processed_at | timestamp | Yes |
Relationships:
/api/payoutsUpload and process new payout data
/api/payouts/:id/claimClaim and convert specific payout
/api/gamesList user's games and summaries
/api/users/profileUpdate payout preferences
/api/reports/taxDownload tax report CSV
5 payouts/month
No limits
Custom
| Month | Users | Conversion | MRR | ARR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month 1 | 30 | 10% | $90 | $1,080 |
| Month 6 | 250 | 12% | $900 | $10,800 |
No more blocked payouts. PayoutZim bridges Google Play, Apple, and more to your EcoCash in 48 hours.
Post in Zimbabwe Game Dev Facebook groups and WhatsApp communities (e.g., Zim Indie Games), offer free Pro access for first month in exchange for testimonials; DM 20 devs from itch.io with Zim tags; partner with local Unity meetups for intros.
Global reach
No direct EcoCash, slow local conversion
Game-specific automation + instant local settlement
Low FX rates
No app store integrations, manual
Automated dashboard for devs
Exclusive partnerships with Zim mobile money APIs and game dev community data for optimized routing.
Indie game dev boom in Africa + crypto ramps maturing in Zim post-2024 regulations.
Payout partner failures
Multi-provider redundancy + insurance
RBZ forex regulations
Legal review + compliance tools
Low adoption
Free tier + community validation
Success: 80% confirm pain and WOY
Success: 5 paid beta users
Success: 50 signups
Success: 10% MoM growth
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