Accept In-Person Payments with Square on Mobile

Accept tuition, registration fees, and other payments in person using Square with the Enrollio mobile app. Process transactions on the go whether you're touring families through your center, attending a community event, or meeting parents off-site.

You can securely use saved cards, manually enter card details, or connect Square Readers to complete transactions anywhere, anytime.

What You Can Do with Square Mobile Payments

Mobile payments with Square give you flexibility when collecting payments outside your center. Perfect for enrollment events, tours, or any situation where you need to process a payment on the spot.

• Accept card payments securely in person
• Use existing saved cards for faster checkouts
• Manually enter card details when needed
• Connect a Square Reader for tap, swipe, or chip transactions (iOS only)
• Accept contactless Tap to Pay directly on your iOS device

Setting Up Square Mobile Payments

Follow these steps to start accepting mobile payments through Square in your Enrollio mobile app.

Step 1: Connect Your Square Account

1. Log into your Enrollio Dashboard on desktop
2. Go to Payments → Integrations
3. Connect your Square account (if already connected, reconnect to enable mobile compatibility)
4. Select an active Square Location under Square Live Mode

[SCREENSHOT: Payments integrations page showing Square connection option]

Step 2: Join the Public Beta

Enroll in the Enrollio mobile app public beta program to access Square mobile payment features. Contact support if you need help joining the beta.

Step 3: Connect a Square Reader (Optional - iOS Only)

If you have a Square Reader for physical card transactions:

1. Open the Enrollio mobile app
2. Go to Settings → Square Payment Devices
3. Follow the prompts to connect your Square Reader via Bluetooth

[SCREENSHOT: Mobile app settings showing Square Reader connection screen]

Processing a Mobile Payment

Once set up, you can start accepting payments immediately. Here's how to process a transaction:

Start a Transaction

1. Open the Enrollio mobile app
2. Tap POS to start a new transaction
3. Enter a custom amount or add items from your product catalog (like registration fees, tuition payments, or merchandise)

[SCREENSHOT: Mobile POS screen with amount entry and product selection]

Link to a Family

Select or search for the parent/family contact to associate this payment with their account. This keeps your records organized and payment history accurate.

Choose Payment Method

1. Select Square Payments as the payment method
2. Choose how to collect payment:
   • Tap/Insert Card: Use your connected Square Reader
   • Tap to Pay: Accept contactless payment directly on your iOS device (no reader needed)
   • Manual Entry: Type in card details manually
   • Card on File: Use a previously saved card
3. Tap Charge to complete the transaction

[SCREENSHOT: Payment method selection screen showing Square options]

Using Cards on File

Cards on File streamline repeat transactions—perfect for monthly tuition or recurring fees.

• Quickly charge saved cards during checkout
• Add new cards on file directly through the payment screen
• Reduces checkout time for returning families

When processing a payment, simply select the saved card from the family's profile instead of entering details again.

Manual Card Entry

Manual entry is your backup option when you don't have a card reader available or need to take payment over the phone.

1. Select Manual Card Entry as the payment method
2. Securely enter the card number, expiration date, and CVV
3. Complete the transaction

This is especially useful during phone calls with parents or when meeting families outside your center without your card reader.

Square Reader Support (iOS Only)

Connecting a Square Reader provides the fastest checkout experience for in-person payments. The reader supports tap, swipe, and chip card transactions.

• Connect via Bluetooth from app settings
• Accept all major card types and contactless payments
• Perfect for high-traffic situations like enrollment events

Tap to Pay (iOS)

The newest option—no additional hardware needed! Accept contactless payments directly on your iPhone.

• No Square Reader required
• Parents tap their card or phone on your iPhone
• Fast, secure, and convenient

This is the easiest way to accept payments during tours or at enrollment events—just your phone is all you need.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a Square Reader with Android?

Not yet. Square Reader support is currently available only for iOS devices. We're evaluating Android compatibility for future updates.

Is Tap to Pay available now?

Yes! Tap to Pay for Square is supported on iOS devices. You can accept contactless payments directly on your iPhone without additional hardware.

I already connected Square before this update. Do I need to do anything?

Yes. You must reconnect your Square account under Payments → Integrations in your Enrollio Dashboard to ensure mobile payment compatibility.

Can I manually enter a card without a reader?

Absolutely! Just select Manual Card Entry after choosing Square Payments as your payment method. This works on both iOS and Android.

What types of payments can I accept with Square mobile?

You can accept registration fees, tuition payments, supply fees, field trip costs, merchandise purchases, or any custom amount. Just enter the amount or select products from your catalog.

Will payment history sync to the family's account?

Yes! When you link a transaction to a parent/family contact, the payment automatically appears in their account history. This keeps all financial records organized in one place.