Contactless payment limits: everything you need to know
What are the limits on contactless transactions in the UK and beyond? When are cardholders required to enter a PIN? Here's how it works.
What are the limits on contactless transactions in the UK and beyond? When are cardholders required to enter a PIN? Here's how it works.
Are you looking for a card terminal that accepts payments abroad? Here are the options for getting paid on business trips overseas.
The story behind electronic payment terminals starts with Diners Club. What happened since, in chronological order?
What are the different types of holders for card machines? We list and describe stands, cases, mounts and more, along with photos and examples.
What can merchants do to protect their card machine, and thereby extend its useful life? We've gathered the official advice to follow.
What makes a payment terminal safe? Here are the security features, possible scams and preventative steps merchants can take against fraud.
How do you dispose of old credit card machines? Can you sell, recycle or throw them away? What about data? We explain the best course of action.
Payment Systems Regulator UK introduced new rules for payment companies, restricting POS terminal contracts. What does it mean for merchants?
Want a better card machine deal? We go through the considerations, contract options and tips for switching to an alternative payment provider.
Are you left with a card machine that's too expensive, unreliable, unsuitable or not needed any more? Here's how to deal with the lock-in contract.
Only got a card terminal? Don't rely on it entirely. There are several reasons why a business should accept other payment methods apart from cash.
What are the different connection types for card payment machines? Learn how mobile networks (like 3G), WiFi, Bluetooth and LAN compare.
What are the differences between renting and buying a card machine? We consider pros and cons for the contract, fees, service and options.
How much does a card machine cost in the UK? Here's our in-depth summary of prices and charges for buying and renting a terminal.
Card terminal hire for short periods can cost more than buying a card reader upfront, so why still consider it?
What are the challenges for blind and partially sighted people when paying in shops? We spoke to the RNIB for their insights on accessible 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 card machine colour might not seem important, but we know from merchants, sales, Google and research that it may be. Here's how colours matter.
Card machines are still a staple for face-to-face businesses, but which are the most promising models on the payments market?
Does Dojo or SumUp have the best card reader deal? How do fees, terminals, payments, POS features and service compare? We tested them to find out.