Square (point of sale system) only takes minutes to set up; no complicated installations are required. All you need to get started is a compatible iPad, a Square Stand and an internet connection.
Compatible iPads are:
- iPad (6th generation 2018)
- iPad (5th generation 2017)
- iPad Pro 9.7”
- iPad Air 2
- iPad Air (1st generation 2013)
The Square Stand comes with a card reader and a dock and plugs into the stand via USB. The reader accepts chip and pin and contactless payments.
How much does the kit cost?
Every business has different requirements. A Square Stand (including card reader) costs £129. Printers start from £159, cash drawers from £59, and a barcode scanner is £74.99. All prices are subject to VAT at 20%.
What are the main functions of Square?
- Accept and track sales from contactless debit and credit cards, chip and PIN, mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay, cash and cheques.
- Send receipts via email or text message or print them out.
- Collect customer feedback from digital receipts.
- Print or email sales reports.
- Manage inventory in real time.
- Adjust taxes, tipping and discounts.
- Create employee logins.
- Store customer card information securely with Card on File.
How do I add my products to Square?
You can manage your inventory from any computer via the square dashboard. Here you can quickly and easily upload products and services with CSV spreadsheets. You can also manage names, quantities and prices from the Square app directly on you iPad.
Does Square handle stock control?
Yes, you can download your stock levels to a spreadsheet or set up a daily stock notification by email, ensuring you never run out of anything.
We also receive cash and cheques, can Square handle this?
Yes, you can enter cash and cheques not just card payments.
How long does it take Square to process payments?
Square transfer the funds into your bank account the next day!
Can I manage my team members access?
From the Square dashboard you can control what your team members access with passcodes. Team members can also use Square to clock in and out.
Some deliver items on a “cash on delivery” basis, can Square handle this?
Yes, each team member can download the app on their phones and take payments from customers from anywhere.
We have more than one shop, do I need separate accounts?
No, you can set up locations, team members and even different prices for each location all with the same account.
Can Square give me stats about my business?
Square will give you live reports. You can compare daily sales over time, what items sell best, new customer spending v returning customers, sales % over time and many more stats. You can set this up to be sent to you by email too. It really does give you complete control!
What are the transaction charges?
You pay just 1.75% per card payment with no monthly fees or contracts.
Can I use square for website sales?
Yes, Square Online Store can be used for eCommerce 2.5% per transaction, with no contract or monthly fee. It works with WooCommerce, GoDaddy, Magento, Wix, Zen Cart and more.
Can I integrate square with my accounts package?
Square connects to Xero, Zoho Kashflow and more.
Is Square secure?
Yes, Square are level 1 PCI compliant and uses industry-standard cryptographic protocols and message formats (such as SSL/TLS and PGP) when transferring data.
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