Tap to Pay on iPhone is now available for SumUp customers in Sweden, Ireland, Austria, Czech Republic and Romania. Using Tap to Pay on iPhone, SumUp merchants can now seamlessly accept contactless payments, including credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, and other digital wallets, using only an iPhone and the free SumUp iOS app, with no additional hardware needed.

The availability for SumUp customers means that merchants – even the smallest, or most recently launched ventures – can accept contactless payments anywhere, as long as they have a compatible iPhone and the SumUp iOS app. Tap to Pay on iPhone can be an ideal stepping stone for nano merchants as they look to scale their business and consider payment solutions, alongside other business tools. Tap to Pay on iPhone can also complement and extend existing point of sale systems – for example, by service staff at eateries. The service is, therefore, an important step in democratizing digital payments, something that SumUp has pioneered and led for over a decade.

Marc-Alexander Christ, co-founder of SumUp, said:

“SumUp is pleased to announce the availability of Tap to Pay on iPhone for merchants in more markets across Europe . Our mission is to make business simple for our merchants and this roll-out is an extension of our existing work supporting SMEs and merchants of all sizes to get paid. Importantly, Tap to Pay on iPhone is easy, secure and private. I am especially pleased with the exceptional functionality of the product and the fact it lowers barriers to entry, with the potential to fuel entrepreneurship.”

Tap to Pay on iPhone uses the built-in features of the iPhone to keep business and customer data private and secure. When a payment is processed, Apple does not store card numbers or transaction information on the device or Apple servers.

Tap to Pay on iPhone accepts all forms of contactless payments, including contactless credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, and other digital wallets. SumUp merchants will have the ability to activate Tap to Pay on iPhone directly within the app settings.

The service is available for those with an iPhone XS or later, running the latest version of iOS.

SumUp has always championed businesses of all sizes. With a portfolio of products, from card readers to invoicing, the online store builder to a business account (and so much more), SumUp makes it easier for merchants to get paid doing what they love. As the needs and demands of business have evolved since the company’s founding in 2012, SumUp has diversified its product suite and expanded its solutions ecosystem.

About SumUp

SumUp is a leading global financial technology company driven by the purpose of levelling the playing field for small businesses. Founded in 2012, SumUp is the financial partner for more than 4 million small merchants in 36 markets worldwide, helping them start, run and grow their business. Through its SuperApp, SumUp can provide merchants with a free business account and card, an online store, and an invoicing solution – as well as in-person and remote payment acceptance seamlessly integrated with SumUp’s card terminals and point-of-sale registers.

Here are some similar services in Europe that allow merchants to accept contactless payments via mobile devices:

1. Square: Square offers a mobile payment solution that allows businesses to accept contactless payments through their mobile devices using the Square app and a compatible card reader.
2. Zettle: Owned by PayPal, Zettle provides a mobile point-of-sale system that allows merchants to accept card payments using their smartphone or tablet. It offers contactless payments and integrates with various e-commerce platforms.
3. PayPal Here: This service enables businesses to accept payments through a mobile app and card reader. It supports contactless payments, including PayPal, credit, and debit cards.
4. Revolut Business: Revolut offers a business account that includes a mobile payment solution for contactless payments through their app. Merchants can accept payments directly on their smartphones.
5. iZettle: Similar to Zettle, iZettle allows merchants to accept payments via a mobile app and card reader. It supports a variety of payment methods, including contactless.
6. Viva Wallet: This digital bank offers a payment acceptance solution through its app, allowing businesses to accept contactless payments directly on their smartphones.
7. Worldpay: Known for its comprehensive payment solutions, Worldpay also offers a mobile app that allows merchants to accept contactless payments using smartphones and tablets.

These services provide various features that can complement existing point-of-sale systems and cater to businesses of all sizes, promoting ease of payment and financial inclusion across Europe.

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