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Tap into the convenience, accept contactless payments straight from your smartphone!

Lipa SoftPOS is an all in one SoftPOS app that allows your business to accept card payments with no additional hardware. Elevate your payment process with simplicity and efficiency, making transactions smoother and more accessible for both you and your customers.

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LIPA PILOT MERCHANT

No hidden fees, one-time app download.

All-in-one mobile SoftPOS solution — no need to buy expensive card machines.


All transactions are handled directly from your mobile phone, anytime and anywhere.


Free application download, no fine print or hidden costs. LipaSoftPOS transforms your NFC-enabled Android device into a card machine with just a few quick taps. It’s a cost-effective, convenient, and secure way to transact.


Currently available only on Android devices—join our iOS waitlist to be among the first to know when it’s available!

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Serve more customers

SoftPOS allows companies to allocate more resources toward sales efforts rather than managing outdated equipment.

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No additional hardware

By eliminating the reliance on traditional POS hardware, businesses can significantly lower their initial setup costs and ongoing maintenance expenses.

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Secure and protected

We have advanced security measures in place to safeguard sensitive payment information, ensuring a secure and seamless transaction experience for both merchants and customers.

PRICING

No nonsense transactions fees

Drag the slider to find out your transaction fee.

If you transact R5 000 000 or more contact us for a custom quotation and added benefits. All transaction fees are ex. VAT.

*Flat international transaction rate 3.60%

HOW IT WORKS

Ready,set, tap!

1. Download the Lipa SoftPOS App

You can download the app on the Google Play Store.

2. Complete merchant account onboarding information

Once you have registered, you will receive an email requesting additional information about you and your business to get your account set-up.

3. Start accepting payments

No need to buy an expensive card machines. All transactions happen from your mobile phone.

4. Get paid out every 24 hours

We will settle your previous days transactions daily in your bank account.

5. Support

If you require any additional support you can contact us on support@lipapayments.com or on our WhatsApp support line.

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BENEFITS

Crafted for businesses of all shapes and sizes

Focus on the food, we'll focus on the payments

  • Rush hour? Serve more customers by enabling employees with Lipa SoftPOS and accept more payments. Offer a quick self-checkout option for customers who need to avoid waiting for a cashier.

  • Delivery made easier, no need to purchase expensive hardware. Offer online payments to your customers and keep track of orders of the Lipa Dashboard. 

  • Planning your next food pop-up can be tough, especially when it comes to handling card payments. With Lipa Payments, transform your Android device into an effortless, mobile payment solution and serve more customers with less hassle.

Focus on your craft and offer seamless in-store customer experience

  • Are you a beautician, hairdresser, barber, tattoo artist or masseuse? You can accept contactless in-person payments directly on your Android device once the booking is complete. 

  • Allow your customers to pay deposits for pre-bookings using our pay-by-link payment method. 

Make more sales with simple payments

  • Give you customers the best queue busting expereince with Lipa SoftPOS. Enhance customer experiences by minimizing wait times and increasing satisfaction.

  • Enable seamless contactless payments for products and services in your retail store or use Lipa SoftPOS as an emergency POS. 

Making payments simple for all services

  • Whether you're a plumber, photographer, freelancer, contractor, or locksmith, you can easily accept payments on the go. Choose from online payments using pay-by-link or in-person contactless payments.

Seamlessly accept payments on the go

  • Allow customers to tap their card on your Android device and quickly pay for their taxi, bus or cab with Lipa SoftPOS

FAQs

Got questions? We've got the answers you need.

  • Which smartphones are compatible with softPOS?

    Lipa softPOS runs on Android devices with the specific requirements:

    • Android OS 10.0 and above  

    • Enabled Wi-Fi or mobile data  

    • NFC capabilities for contactless payments

  • Can softPOS be used on Apple devices?

    Stripe and Adyen are the primary vendors authorized by Apple to utilize the iOS NFC toolkit. We have received access from Stripe to integrate their SDK, and we plan to offer iOS support by 2024.

  • What level of security is provided for payments made using softPOS?

    Lipa Payments adheres to EMV standards and strictly follows all essential security protocols, ensuring a level of security equivalent to that of a conventional payment terminal.

  • Why should I use Lipa SoftPOS

    Lipa SoftPOS provides you with a point of sales machine capabilities on your mobile phone, so you do not need to purchase expensive hardware.

  • Do I need a registered business to use Lipa SoftPOS?

    Not neccersarily, if you do not have a registered business you will need to provide us with your ID number and your proof of address.



  • How does the customer tap their card on the smartphone?

    The customer will need to tap their card where the NFC chips is located on the device. 


    The placement of NFC chips may vary across different devices. However, generally, NFC chips can be found on the back of the phone, either in the center, lower, or upper part of the smartphone. 

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