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Tap to Pay

Tap to Pay compatibility and basic information for SumUp in-person payments.

Tap to Pay on a mobile device

Tap to Pay lets merchants accept in-person contactless payments directly on a compatible phone without carrying a separate card reader.

CategoryDetails
Device typeSoftware-based payment acceptance on the merchant’s phone
Hardware modelNo separate reader required
Compatible merchant devicesiPhone XS or newer on supported iOS versions, or Android devices with NFC running Android 11 or later
Connection needsThe SumUp app or SDK flow plus internet access on the merchant device
Accepted payment typesContactless cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, and similar digital wallets
Good fit forMerchants who want the fastest setup and the lightest hardware footprint
  • There is no separate reader to pair, charge, or carry.
  • Tap to Pay is contactless-only. If you need chip insertion, use a physical reader such as Solo or Solo Lite.
  • Customers can enter their PIN directly on the merchant device when required.