Tap to Pay turns your phone into a contactless card machine — no extra hardware. Here's how it works and who it suits.
How it works
With a supported app (SumUp, Square, Zettle and others), customers tap their card, phone or watch directly on your phone. The payment runs through the app — no separate reader needed.
Who it's good for
Tradespeople, mobile sellers, pop-ups and anyone who wants a zero-hardware backup. It's ideal as a 'just in case' option even if you also own a reader.
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