Activity Messenger allows you to take payments in person using the Stripe BBPOS WisePOS E terminal reader. Accepts credit cards, VISA debit and Interac in Canada.
Terminal readers can be purchased directly from Stripe. In the Stripe portal, click on the Payments menu and then choose Reader. If you are running one-off events, Activity Messenger can rent you terminals. Contact us at support@activitymessenger.com to inquire.
Inquire about Pricing in Stripe. Note that just like other types of transactions, Activity Messenger also adds 1% service fee.
Access the Stripe Section in Your Account:
Click on the menu to the right of your logo in your dashboard and choose the Stripe option.
Make sure your Stripe account is connected. You can enable test mode if necessary.
Access Card Reader Management:
Scroll to the bottom of the page to find the Card Readers option.
If you haven't purchased a reader yet, you can click the link to directly buy the reader recommended by Stripe.
Add a Location of Use:
First, you need to set a physical location for your terminal.
Press the + to add a location.
Enter the location information (name, address, city, postal code) where you will use the Stripe reader.
Link Your Stripe Reader:
Once you have your reader in hand, click on + to link the reader to your account.
At this stage, please start the synchronization process for your Stripe reader.
Then, in the Readers section, click the button (+) to connect a reader.
Give it name, choose a location and enter the pairing code displayed on your device.
Press save to complete the connection.
Once your reader is added it will be displayed online. You are ready to accept in-person credit and debit card payment. Check the Point of Sale help page for more information.
Set Up Your Online Store:
Go to the "Items" tab in the Ecommerce section.
Select the option "Online store".
Ensure that the Stripe reader is properly connected to your online store.
This will allow you to accept various payment methods, suhc as credit cards, Interac and cash using the Stripe reader.