Report: How to Use Squarespace Point of Sale with Square Reader

Report: How to Use Squarespace Point of Sale with Square Reader

By Michael Turner

December 28, 2024 at 08:38 AM

Accept in-person payments using Squarespace's point of sale (POS) system with Square Reader integration. Track inventory, orders, and sales analytics while collecting payments through your mobile device.

Requirements:

  • US-based physical or service products
  • Squarespace Commerce plan
  • Site owner/administrator permissions
  • iPhone/iPad (iOS 1.48.0+) or Android (1.69.0+)
  • Square account
  • Square Reader (magstripe or contactless/chip)

Accepted Payment Methods:

  • Credit/debit cards (American Express, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, UnionPay, Visa)
  • Apple Pay
  • Cash
  • Checks

Square payment card readers

Square payment card readers

Setup Process:

  1. Get a Square Reader and create Square account
  2. Open Squarespace app
  3. Connect Square account
  4. Link Square Reader
  5. Start selling

Making a Sale:

  1. Connect card reader
  2. Select products
  3. Add to bag
  4. Review order details
  5. Apply discounts/adjust taxes (optional)
  6. Process payment
  7. Send receipt (optional)
  8. Offer newsletter signup

Key Features:

  • Real-time inventory updates
  • Automatic order fulfillment
  • Sales analytics
  • Custom discounts
  • Tax adjustments
  • Email receipts
  • Newsletter signups

Transaction Management:

  • View daily sales in POS settings
  • Track orders in Commerce panel
  • Process refunds through app
  • Access detailed analytics

Settings Options:

  • Payment configurations
  • Display preferences
  • Mailing list setup
  • Tax settings

Important Notes:

  • Internet connection required
  • Displays up to 500 recent products
  • No subscription products
  • Square processing fees apply
  • Support: Contact Square for payment issues, Squarespace for app support

The system seamlessly integrates with your online store, providing a unified solution for both in-person and online sales.

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