Reader for Magstripe (USB-C)
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About This Item
- Key Specs
- Subscription/Contract Required: No long term contracts
- Payment Types Supported: Magnetic stripe cards
- General
- Brand: Square
- Model Number: A-SKU-0862
- Product Name: Reader for Magstripe (USB-C)
- Color: Glossy White
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 1.58 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 0.3 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 1.06 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 0.01 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Compatibility
- Subscription/Contract Required: No long term contracts
- Features
- Product Type: Handheld POS
- Payment Types Supported: Magnetic stripe cards
- Power
- Power Source: Plug-in
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 6 months
- Warranty - Labor: 6 months
- Other
- UPC: 817044023458
Do business anywhere and take credit card payments on your Apple or Android mobile device with the Square Reader for magstripe. It’s quick and easy to get started: Download a free Square Point of Sale app, plug Square Reader for magstripe into your device’s USB-C connection, and you’re ready to swipe cards anywhere. Your Square app takes care of payments, tipping, inventory, reports, and more. Accept all major credit and debit cards and pay one simple rate with no hidden fees and no long-term contracts required. Fast transfers come standard — get money in your bank account as soon as the next business day, or instantly for a small fee. Add on complementary hardware or software to accept more payment types, like EMV chip cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other NFC payments. Either enable Tap to Pay on iPhone or Tap to Pay on Android and take tap payments, or try Square Reader for contactless and chip to accept tap and chip cards.
- Clear pricing, fast transfers: Accept all major credit and debit cards and pay one simple rate with no hidden fees and no long-term contracts required. Get your money as soon as the next business day.
- Fast setup, no long-term commitments: Download the Square Point of Sale app for free, create an account, and start taking payments anywhere. Get your money as soon as the next business day.
- Powered by the free Square Point of Sale app: Run your business all in one place with the free Square Point of Sale app. Track your sales, manage inventory, accept tips, send receipts digitally, and more.
- Plugs into a USB-C connector: Works with devices with a USB-C connector.
Whats Included
- Square Magstripe Reader with USB-C Connector
Q: Does this card reader require any monthly fees?
A: No, there are no monthly processing fees associated with this card reader.
Q: How long does it typically take to receive funds from a sale?
A: You can expect to receive your funds as soon as the next business day.
Q: Is this card reader compatible with Apple products?
A: Yes, this card reader is compatible with Apple iPhones.
Q: What type of connector does this card reader use?
A: This card reader plugs into a USB-C connector.
Q: What can the Square Point of Sale app be used for?
A: The app allows you to track sales, manage inventory, accept tips, and send digital receipts.
Q: When you get one How do you add it to your bank account
A: Once you link your bank account, you can start receiving your funds on any one of our transfer schedules. Your money can be transferred instantly, on the same day, or within one to two business days. Learn how to link your bank account here: https://squ.re/2FMkchS and our transfer schedule here: https://squ.re/2B9dHWZ.
Q: Can you hook it up to a netspend card for your payments.
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Reviews
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 70 reviews
- Ease of Use (21)
- Overall Performance (17)
- Connectivity (9)
- Compatibility (3)
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| Pros for Reader for Magstripe (USB-C) | |||
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| Overall Performance, Compatibility, Ease of Use, Connectivity | Ease of use, Overall Performance, Battery Life, Setup, Speed | Ease of use, Compatibility, Overall Performance, Price, Size | Ease of use |
| Cons for Reader for Magstripe (USB-C) | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Connectivity | Instructions, Card Reader | Connectivity |






















































