## Overview

Transactions can move through a series of states from capturing a transaction to refunding it. Here’s an overview of the different possible transaction states for an order. Some e-commerce platforms or order management systems may not support all transaction actions so be sure to check their documentation.

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## States

Transactions can go through the following states:

Transaction statusDescriptionWhat Affirm doesAvailable actions
**authorized**The transaction is authorized. By default, the authorization expires after 30 days._ Generates Transaction ID _ Renders transaction in merchant dashboard * Messages authorization to the customer`capture` `void` `read` `update`
**voided** The transaction is voided, or the authorization has expired. No further actions can be taken on this transaction.Messages the customer that transaction has been voided`read`
**captured** The transaction is captured, and the merchant will receive their funds. The user will begin payments 30 days after the capture._ Transfers funds to the merchant within 2-3 business days _ Sends invoice to the customer for the first payment due in 30 days * Messages confirmation to the customer`read` `refund` `update`
**partially_refunded** The transaction has been partially refunded and there is still a positive balance on the loan._ User receives a message: "Affirm refund confirmed for (amount) from (merchant). View more details at https://www.affirm.com/account" _ Affirm will withhold refunded amount from next settlement`refund` `read` `update`
**refunded** The transaction has fully refunded and there is a zero balance on the loan._ User receives a message: "Affirm refund confirmed for (amount) from (merchant). View more details at https://www.affirm.com/account" _ Affirm will withhold refunded amount from next settlement`read`
**disputed** A dispute has been opened and is active.
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**dispute_refunded** A dispute has been resolved in the customer's favor and the transaction has been refunded.
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