How do I use Square reader on my phone?

How to Swipe Card Payments. Open the Square app and firmly plug the card reader into the devices headset jack or Lightning connector until you hear a click. Note: You may need to remove your device case or cover to fully connect the reader. Add itemsto the current sale or tap the keypad icon to add custom amounts.

How do I activate my Square reader?

Sign Up In AppDownload Square Point of Sale to your mobile device.Tap Create Account to start the activation process.Youll be asked to input your personal and business information and to answer a few questions to verify your identity.

How do I avoid paying tax on Square?

You can exempt an item from taxes in Square Online:Go to the Square Online Overview page.Select Items > Item Library.Check off any items you want to exempt from sales tax then click the “. . .” button on the upper right.Select Remove sales tax.

Does Square have a monthly fee?

Squares standard processing fee is 2.6% + 10¢ for contactless payments, swiped or inserted chip cards, and swiped magstripe cards. There are no monthly or hidden fees for credit card processing.

Does Square keep taxes?

With Square, you can create and manage taxes from the Square app and online Dashboard. Squares fees are taken out of the total amount of each transaction, including tax and tip. To track your taxable and non-taxable sales, visit your online Square Dashboard.