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Terminal Setup

Set up a card reader or terminal for in-person payments.

6 min readUpdated: 2/10/2026

Terminal Setup

Use terminals and card readers to accept in-person payments.

Before You Start

  • Make sure your ClapPay account is verified (if required)
  • Make sure payments are enabled in your settings

Basic Setup Steps

  1. Go to Terminal (or Hardware) in your dashboard
  2. Add a device (pair it or register it)
  3. Update device software if prompted
  4. Run a test payment

Common Issues

Device won’t connect

  • Turn Bluetooth on (if required)
  • Restart the device
  • Keep it close to your phone/tablet

Payments fail at checkout

  • Check internet connection
  • Confirm payment methods are enabled
  • Check for temporary processor issues

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