Klarna-Bolt Integrate Flexible Payments Across US Merchants

Klarna has partnered with Bolt to integrate its flexible payment options directly into Bolt's CheckoutOS, aiming to enhance shopper engagement and loyalty across Bolt-powered sites in the U.S. This strategic collaboration positions Klarna as the preferred payment partner, allowing merchants to easily offer Klarna’s Pay in 4 installment plan and longer-term financing without additional contracts or technical complexities. The integration promises a seamless one-click checkout experience that combines identity verification, payment choice, and speed, which has been shown to increase conversion rates by 50% and repeat purchases by 15% compared to guest checkouts. Bolt CEO Ryan Breslow highlighted that this native embedding of Klarna’s payment tools provides merchants, from emerging brands to large retailers, with a turnkey solution to capture consumer spend more effectively. The partnership is set to launch in the U.S. later in 2025, with plans to expand into other verticals and global markets. Overall, the collaboration addresses growing consumer demand for flexible payment solutions tailored to individual needs while simplifying the checkout process for merchants.