How to Set Up and Accept Credit Cards with eHopper POS
Nowadays, accepting credit cards is the norm for businesses of all sizes. Whether you’re a small business owner or managing a large enterprise, offering your customers the flexibility to pay with credit cards is crucial. This not only enhances the customer experience but also helps to increase sales and streamline operations.
With the advent of advanced point-of-sale (POS) systems like eHopper, setting up and managing credit card payments has never been easier.
In this post, we will guide you through the process of setting up and accepting credit cards using eHopper POS, both within the United States and Canada, as well as for businesses operating internationally.
Prerequisites
Prior to setting up and utilizing eHopper POS for credit card processing, merchants must sign up with credit card providers.
eHopper is processor agnostic, meaning you have the flexibility to use your own preferred processor, provided it is supported by eHopper, or you can sign up directly with eHopper. The choice is yours.
1. Choosing a Credit Card Processor
Before you can start accepting credit card payments, you need to choose a credit card processor. This is the company that will handle the transactions between your business and your customers’ banks.
Options:
Use Your Own Processor: If you already have a relationship with a credit card provider that is supported by eHopper (such as TSYS or Fiserv), you can continue to use them. Simply integrate your existing processor with eHopper POS.
Sign Up with eHopper: If you do not have a provider or wish to switch, you can sign up directly with eHopper. eHopper offers competitive rates and seamless integration, making it a convenient choice for many businesses. Learn more about eHopper credit card programs here…
2. Gather Required Information
When signing up with a credit card processor, you will need to provide various pieces of information, including:
– Business Information: Legal name, address, and contact information.
– Financial Information: Bank account details for deposits.
– Tax Information: Employer Identification Number (EIN) or Social Security Number (SSN) for tax purposes.
– Processing History: Information on your previous credit card processing history, if applicable.
3. Complete the Application Process
Depending on the provider you choose, the application process may vary.
Typically, it involves filling out a form, providing the required documentation, and undergoing a verification process.
This step ensures that your business is legitimate and meets the necessary criteria for processing credit card transactions.
Setting Up Credit Card Processing in the US and Canada with eHopper
For businesses located in the US and Canada, eHopper offers an integrated credit card solution that simplifies credit card processing. This integrated approach ensures seamless transactions, enhanced security, and efficient payment processing.
1. Sign Up and Configure Your eHopper Account
The first step in setting up credit card processing with eHopper POS is to create an account. Once registered, you will receive a welcome email containing your account credentials. Install eHopper POS using Windows, Android tablets or supported all-in-one hardware. Read eHopper POS setup instructions here…
2. Log in to the Back Office
Using the credentials provided in the welcome email, log in to the eHopper Back Office. This is the control center where you will configure your payment settings, manage inventory, and oversee other business operations.
3. Set Up Integrated Payment Processing
In the Back Office, navigate to the “Settings” menu and select “Store Settings” Here, you can add and configure your supported payment gateway and enable/disable external payment. eHopper supports integration with various payment processors such as TSYS, Fiserv, Godaddy Payments via Pax, Dejavoo and ChargeAnywhere payment gateways. Select your preferred payment gateway.
4. Install and Configure Payment Hardware
To process credit card transactions, you will need compatible payment hardware. eHopper supports devices such as Pax terminals, ChargeAnywhere, Dejavoo, Godaddy Poynt. Connect the hardware to Ehopper POS system and configure it according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Setup the hardware in the eHopper POS.
Feel free to reach out to eHopper support for the assistance.
5. Perform Test Transactions
Before going live, it’s essential to perform test transactions to ensure that everything is functioning correctly. This will help you identify and resolve any issues that may arise during the setup process.
Accepting Credit Cards Outside the US and Canada with eHopper
Currently, Ehopper POS provides an integrated credit card payment solution in the US and Canada only.
However, for businesses operating outside the US and Canada, eHopper offers an external payment feature that allows you to integrate third-party payment processors. This flexibility ensures that you can still offer credit card payments to your customers, regardless of your location.
1. Sign Up and Configure Your eHopper Account
Similar to the setup process in the US and Canada, the first step is to create an eHopper account. Once registered, you will receive a welcome email containing your account credentials.
2. Log in to the Back Office
Using the credentials provided in the welcome email, log in to the eHopper Back Office.
3. Set Up External Payment Processing
In the Back Office, navigate to the “Settings” menu and select “Store Settings”, “Payment Methods”. Here, you can add and configure your desired payment types. For businesses outside the US and Canada, you will need to enable/disable the option for external payment processors.
4. Install and Configure Payment Hardware
Depending on your chosen payment processor, you may need specific hardware to process credit card transactions. For example, if you are using PayPal, you might need a PayPal Here card reader. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to connect and configure the hardware. Note, since this solution is not integrated, you may use any payment hardware.
By ensuring these prerequisites are met, you can smoothly set up and start utilizing eHopper POS for credit card processing, enhancing your business’s payment capabilities and customer experience.
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