How do I activate my Square card reader?
How do I activate my Square card reader?
Open the Square app and tap the three horizontal lines in the upper right corner to navigate to the menu or the down arrow at the top of the Square Register. Tap Settings > Hardware > Card Readers > “Connect a Reader.” Put your reader into pairing mode by pressing the reader’s button for 3-10 seconds.
Can you use any card reader for Square?
Here are some important things to know about Square Readers: They are universal – one reader can be used with all supported devices. They’re not linked to any specific Square account or bank account.
How do you charge a Square contactless reader?
To charge, plug one end of the accompanying USB cable into the reader and the other end into a wall charger, USB port on your computer, or any powered USB outlet. You’ll see a small amber (yellow) light at the bottom of the reader when charging is in progress.
Why won’t my Square reader connect to my phone?
Try turning Bluetooth off and back on. For Android devices, navigate to Settings > Connections > toggle on Bluetooth. Bluetooth will automatically turn off when your reader is in a dock connected to a Square Stand by USB cable. Disconnect the USB cable from the Stand or dock and then attempt to pair.
What do you need to know about the square reader?
Inside your box there’s a Square Reader for contactless and chip and PIN cards, charging cable, and a Square magnetic-stripe reader. The Square Reader has a chip card slot, power button, port for the charging cable, and contactless antenna built inside, so you can accept contactless cards and devices, like Apple and Android Pay.
What should I do if my square card reader is not working?
Reopen the Square app and re-pair at Settings > Card Readers. Ensure that your reader is fully charged and that you have a strong Wi-Fi or cellular data connection. If the reader and device are more than 10ft apart, move your reader and device closer when in use.
How can I connect my square reader to another device?
To pair your Reader with a new device or switch the Reader to a different device, you must first have your reader forget it’s connection to the previous device. To do so, head to the Square App on the device currently connected your reader: Tap the three horizontal lines in the top-left corner.
What kind of battery does a square reader have?
The Square Reader has a chip card slot, power button, port for the charging cable, and contactless antenna built inside, so you can accept contactless cards and devices, like Apple and Android Pay. The battery should last all day on a single charge with normal usage. To check the battery level, press the power button.
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