Tap to Pay on iPhone is an innovative feature that allows merchants to accept contactless payments directly from their iPhone. This means you can take payments from credit cards, debit cards, or digital wallets like Apple Pay, without the need for additional hardware like a card reader. It’s an easy, secure, and convenient way for businesses to process payments on the go.
Requirements for Tap to Pay on iPhone:
Before you can enable Tap to Pay, ensure that you meet the following requirements:
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A compatible iPhone (iPhone XS or later, must be running iOS 16.7 or later).
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PayAnywhere app installed on your iPhone.
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A PayAnywhere merchant account
Step-by-step guide to enable Tap to Pay on iPhone:
1. Download the PayAnywhere app: First, download and install the PayAnywhere app from the Apple App Store. The app is free to download, and it's designed for businesses to process payments easily.
If you already have the app installed, make sure it’s updated to the latest version to ensure you have access to Tap to Pay functionality.
2. Sign in to your PayAnywhere account: After installing the app, open it and sign in with your PayAnywhere merchant account credentials.
3. Enable Tap to Pay in the settings: Once logged in, navigate to the Settings section within the app. In the settings menu, you’ll find an option labeled “Tap to Pay”. Toggle this feature to “On”.
Tip: Enabling Tap to Pay on your iPhone allows it to function as a payment terminal without needing any external equipment. You can accept all types of in-person, contactless payments right on your iPhone — from physical debit and credit cards to Apple Pay and other digital wallets, including Android.
4. Accept payments: With Tap to Pay enabled, you can now start accepting contactless payments. To do so, simply open the PayAnywhere app, enter the purchase amount, and present your iPhone to your customer. Customers can hold their card horizontally or place their payment device directly over the contactless payment icon.
Your iPhone’s screen will display a prompt to accept the payment, and once the transaction is complete, you’ll receive a notification confirming the payment.
Benefits of using Tap to Pay on iPhone?
Tap to Pay on iPhone offers several advantages for merchants:
No extra hardware: With this feature, you don’t need to invest in or carry additional hardware like card readers. All you need is your iPhone.
Contactless payment option: Customers enjoy the convenience of paying via their mobile wallets or contactless cards, making transactions faster and more secure.
Secure payments: Apple’s advanced security features, such as Face ID, Touch ID, and tokenization, make transactions secure for both you and your customers.
Cost-effective: Tap to Pay eliminates the need for a physical point-of-sale terminal, which can save your business money on equipment and fees.
