What kinds of businesses are restricted with Square, PayPal, iZettle and SumUp?
Not all merchants are approved by Square, iZettle, SumUp or PayPal. What are the restricted businesses, and why is it harder to get approval for them?
iZettle Pro review: solid hospitality EPOS for the budget-minded
iZettle Pro is a great-value, contract-free restaurant EPOS for the budget-minded, but is it right for you? We analyse features, costs and more.
What are SMS payments?
SMS payments can work for large and small companies alike, as well as charities. Find out how you can use SMS payments and if there are any advantages.
Small, cash-loving businesses in Italy may finally be ready for card payments
There’s an odd relationship going on between the Italian people, the past and the future. In a country where entrepreneurs and merchants are still reluctant to accept card payments (and customers to pay by card), what we may call a passion for smartphones could finally soothe this conservative attitude. [...]
How can I accept credit cards on my iPhone?
If you’ve been to a pub, cafe or festival recently, you may have noticed traders using their iPhone (or other smartphone) to take credit and debit card payments. Perhaps you’ve wondered how you can do the same? If you run a small business or are a sole trader, the [...]
How does a POS system work? The basics explained
If POS is not a standalone machine or process, then what is it? We explain how point of sale systems work, with examples of setups.
Different types of mobile payments explained
What are all the different types of mobile payments used today? Our complete guide explains how, and where, each present-day mobile payment type works.
What is a virtual terminal?
A virtual terminal is a secure web page where you can process card payments remotely. But how exactly does it work?
Flexible loans for small businesses: iZettle Cash Advance
It's not easy for start-ups and small businesses to get funding when they most need it. Increasing numbers of entrepreneurs even dip in to their pension pots to fund their dream after failing to get a loan from a bank. This reality was brought into sharp focus in 2014 [...]
Payleven review – convenient chip and PIN card reader
Payleven allows you to use a smartphone or tablet to accept card payments. No monthly fees, but what’s the catch? Read the full review here!