Can you set a minimum amount for eftpos and other card payments?
What's the law on minimum spends for EFTPOS transactions? We explain the rules and whether it's a good idea to enforce an amount on card payments.
How to accept payments without contact with the customer
How can merchants accept card payments while avoiding physical touch? We list remote payments and contactless methods with a card machine.
How to set up an online store in one day: 9 streamlined steps
How do you create an online shop for a small business quickly? We guide you through the 9 necessary steps to launch your ecommerce sales tomorrow.
What is a payment link? How does it work?
How do payment links work? Not easy to answer given the mixed definitions online. We explain the term and list different kinds of pay links.
iZettle Go app review: how far can the POS system go?
What is iZettle Go and do you get enough POS features, considering it is free? We dig into its possibilities and limitations.
iZettle E-commerce review: is it the right choice for your business?
Are you a small retail business looking to sell online? Our iZettle E-commerce review looks at whether this is the right choice.
How to clean your credit card machine: tips and steps to follow
Want to prevent spreading germs or just keep your payment device in tip-top condition? Our guide tells you how to sanitise a card terminal in every way.
SumUp vs Worldpay: simplified payments or tailored package at a price?
We compare pros and cons of two very different payment companies: SumUp and Worldpay. How costly are the card machine packages for a small business?
SumUp 3G review – an uncomplicated card machine for anywhere
SumUp 3G is a no-frills card machine, a low-cost way to payments with a network connection. And limitations?
SumUp 3G and Printer review: lowest-cost terminal with receipt printer in UK
The SumUp 3G with Printer is a cheap, two-piece card terminal that prints receipts. How does it work and who should use it?
POS software comparison of leading till systems in the UK
We compare the five best EPOS software in the UK, focusing on key differences in cost, functionality and purpose.
BigCommerce vs. Shopify: similar plans, but payments can be deal-breaker
Shopify and BigCommerce have very similar ecommerce plans, but payments can get pricey with the wrong choice.
How can you accept cards when there’s no 3G or internet?
With no network connectivity like 3G, and no WiFi or internet, how do you take card payments? We give you the options - with or without a card machine.
POS system feature list: 50 to consider
What are the most important POS functions in a till system? We list the top 50 POS features businesses should consider.
How much does a point of sale (POS) system cost?
What does a POS system cost? We break down the price of POS equipment and software - including hidden costs.
Multichannel vs. omnichannel – what’s the difference?
What's the meaning of omnichannel vs multichannel retail? We look at definition, examples and the combined ecommerce and in-store approach to sales.
Short-term card machine rental vs buying a card reader
Card terminal hire for short periods can cost more than buying a card reader upfront, so why still consider it?
How to make your cafe sustainable: 10 impactful actions
As a cafe owner, how can you make your coffee shop greener? Here's how to reduce your environmental footprint.
Worldpay or Payzone? Similar services, not the same strengths
Is Payzone or Worldpay best? Their terminals and payment solutions are similar, but their pros and cons are very different.
What is a neobank? How does it differ from traditional banks?
We give a definition of neobank, along with examples of such challenger banks. How is it different from traditional banks?
Worldpay vs. iZettle: two very different payment services
Is iZettle or Worldpay best for your business? Here's what merchants should know about these very different services.
Should you accept cash in your business? Pros and cons of card-only
More and more small businesses only accept cards, but is it wise to not accept cash? We list upsides and downsides to card-only.
What does ‘smart terminal’ mean?
What does smart terminal mean in the context of card payments? We give examples of smart terminal POS.
What is PIN on glass? How it differs from PIN on COTS
How does PIN on glass work? We explain the PIN entry process compared with PIN on commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) devices.
What POS hardware do you really need in a till system?
What hardware components are most important in a POS system? We list the core POS equipment in order of priority.
The battle of payments in Denmark: is Dankort losing traction?
How is Denmark's national debit card faring against international competition and mobile payments? Statistics tell a complicated story of change.
Offline mode of a POS system – what should you know and prepare for?
How can tills work offline? Some cloud-based EPOS have an offline mode, but not all functions will work - read the ins and outs.
Cash register vs. POS system – what’s the difference?
They're both till points, but POS systems and cash registers are very different things - we compare the differences.
What is cloud-based POS? How does it differ from traditional till systems?
How does cloud-based POS systems compare to locally-hosted tills? We explain how it works and why it's a better system for most businesses.
PayPal Here UK review: how does it compare with iZettle and SumUp?
We put the PayPal Here card reader and payment app to the test. Is the PayPal integration worth the complex fees?
Spire card machine review: UK-based supplier of terminals for any sector
Spire Payments are a card machine supplier for businesses and resellers around the world. Should you go for their terminals?
Accepting tips and service charge: how-tos and legal responsibilities
Accepting tips, gratuities or service charges from customers? Here's how to accept it, plus your legal responsibilities as a business.
7 winning ways to keep the till point organised
How do you keep a till point organised, but fetching too? We list seven ways you can maximise sales and efficiency without compromising on looks.
Which credit and debit cards to accept in your small business
Card brands are aplenty - so which debit and credit cards should you accept? We discuss Visa, Amex, JCB and all others to consider for a terminal.
Lightspeed Retail EPOS review: advanced inventory-first system
Versatile and advanced, Lightspeed Retail POS is efficient for stock and sales alike. What should SME retailers know about the service?
Vend and Shopify, one or both together? Considerations for serious retailers
We compare Vend's POS and Shopify's ecommerce for retailers - and how well the Vend POS + Shopify integration works.
iZettle vs. Shopify: what’s the best POS and ecommerce combo?
Which is the best e-commerce and POS combination: Shopify or iZettle? We compare features and price differences.
Why cash-only is more expensive than accepting cards
Cash businesses lose money directly and indirectly by avoiding cards. What are the costs of accepting cash, and how does it compare with cards?
Payzone review: terminals with least commitment and add-ons to sell
Payzone card machines have 12-month contracts, and add-on services are good for small shops. But what about costs and customer support?
What is a merchant account? Do I need one for my business?
Do all businesses need a merchant account? What is it anyway? We explain the merchant account definition clearly - and a few alternatives to it.
Fee scales of iZettle and PayPal — how do they compare?
We compared the fees of iZettle Reader and PayPal Here. The winner? That depends on card revenue and the type of cards you accept.
Perils of paper receipts: why it really is a big deal
Paper receipts are falling out of favour - why? We address the environmental impact, health implications and disadvantages.
Should you go for digital receipts or stick to (toxic) paper?
Email receipts are rising in popularity, but does it render paper receipts obsolete? There are issues with both, but newer solutions are solving them.
Worldpay Reader review: mobile card reader with a traditional service
Our review looks at Worldpay's versatile mobile card reader with 24/7 phone support and phone payment option.
What’s the difference between a cash advance and business loan?
How is a cash advance different from loans? Not only are they structurally different, they also have different purposes.
Top 10 cash advances for small businesses in the UK
Where can you get a merchant cash advance in the UK and how does it work? We've identified ten companies offering this alternative finance option.
iZettle Reader 2 – what’s new?
iZettle Reader 2 has landed - an improved update of the first iZettle Reader. Looking nearly identical, what's actually different about this one?
Should you set a minimum amount for card payments?
Some merchants still impose a £5 minimum on card payments, but is it a good idea - or even legal? Read this carefully if you're considering it.
The ultimate overview of acquirers for face-to-face businesses in the UK
We explain the card processing cycle and list the acquirers, ISOs and aggregators that face-to-face businesses in the UK can pick from.
Should I accept American Express? Things to consider
Should you accept Amex in your business? Let's consider reasons for and against it and how merchants can start accepting this global credit card.
Is iPad the best solution for cloud-based POS systems?
Is it best to use a cloud-based point of sale (POS) on an iPad or Android tablet? We look at the main iPad differentiators important for a POS system.
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.