PhoneTransact POS is an smartphone application which lets you accept credit cards using your iPhone, iPod™ touch or iPad. When you open a new account with us you can even accept credit cards on your website or in your retail storefront.
What Is PhoneTransact POS™?
How do I download PhoneTransact POS?
You can find the PhoneTransact POS application in the iTunes App Store under our keyword Credit Card Reader. PhoneTransact POS is the application with the red credit card.
Do I need it?
If you operate a business and you want to accept credit cards as payment then you need this application. PhoneTransact POS is designed for self-employed persons and businesses of all sizes including Sole Proprietorships, LLC’s,Partnerships and Corporations.
PhoneTransact POS can be used by all types of businesses, including:
- car detailers
- handymen
- food vendors
- private tutors
- street vendors
- door-to-door sales
- trade show exhibitors
- festival merchants
- massage therapists
- locksmiths
- mall kiosks
- photographers
- and more
Does PhoneTransact work with my Merchant Account?
PhoneTransact POS can work with virtually any US or Canadian merchant account. However, you will need a “gateway” to connect the app to your merchant account. PhoneTransact POS currently supports these gateways: Authorize.net (and emulators), NMI and iTransact.
If you have a merchant account and need a gateway then complete this form and we’ll get you signed up within a day: PhoneTransact POS Gateway Signup Form. As a bonus, our gateway can be used for your online store and supports Quickbooks export!
Can you help me get a merchant account?
Please visit our merchant account page for more information or fill out the form to the right and we’ll contact you within one business day (usually same day).
Which website shopping carts can I use with my new merchant account?
Refer to this page for a list of compatible shopping carts.
Do you support a credit card swiper?
Yes, we have a credit card reader that works perfectly with PhoneTransact POS and your existing merchant account (or a new merchant account). A compatible gateway is required. Visit our dedicated iPhone credit card reader page for more information.
Encrypted iPhone Credit Card Reader
How do I use an AdHoc or Beta version?
Beta versions and evaluation versions of upcoming releases are sometimes made available. If you are interested in becoming a beta tester please contact us. If invited to become a beta tester you may need to provide your iPhone UDID.
I am an iPhone application developer. Can I accept credit card payments in my iPhone application using PhoneTransact™ POS?
We have an extremely simple API that you can use to accept a credit card payment from within your application. Contact integrate@phonetransact.com for more information!
Have a question and don’t see the answer?
Just give us a quick phone call at 877-234-5657, or email support@phonetransact.com and we’ll be happy to answer any question you have.
I just got my credit card swiper, what next?
First, thanks for ordering our iPhone credit card reader. We’re sure you’ll appreciate the lightweight rugged design and the seamless integration with PhoneTransact POS!
To use the encrypted credit card reader you will need a compatible gateway. We offer great plans on our gateways and if you need a merchant account we can help you with that too. Simply fill out the form at the top of the page and a representative will contact you to help you get up and running as quickly as possible.
You will also need to download the Credit Card Reader app from the iTunes App Store.
What makes your product better than “insert competitor name”?
We believe that our commitment to customer service, pricing and our leading edge technology implementation puts us in front of our competitors. We engineer software that is secure, highly usable and fully featured. Our customer support staff is available to answer any questions you have on using our products.
Our staff has over 15 years of experience in retail and mobile credit card processing. We operate our organization efficiently and pass the savings on to you.
We invite you to complete the information request form on the side of the page and a representative will contact you to help you get started or answer any questions you have.
How does your credit card reader compare to others?
Our Credit Card Reader for the iPhone attaches to the iPhone, iPod touch or iPad dock connector. Our reader is a dedicated device that has undergone Apple certification and is designed to pair perfectly with your iPhone or iPod touch. Other solutions rely on the headphone jack which is an insecure solution and exposes you to risk.
How do I Write a Review of your Product?
Thanks for asking! We hope that you enjoy using our product and that you are happy with our service. To leave a review first visit the direct link to our application “Credit Card Reader“. Below the red application icon is a “View in iTunes” link. Click the View in iTunes link to open iTunes (reviews must be written from within iTunes). After iTunes opens, look below the application screenshots for a link to Write a Review. If you have any concerns or questions that are better addressed through direct support then please visit our contact us page for support.
Do you have any videos or training material?
We have made a number of videos available on our YouTube video channel http://www.youtube.com/user/phonetransact (link will open in new window).
Do You Support Android?
Yes! We support Android phones and tablets with the same low prices and all of the features of our iPhone application. Please contact us or visit our Android Credit Card Processing page for more information.
Android support is valid for NEW accounts only. We are working on an Android solution for existing accounts.