Stripe Terminal
Extend your online business into the physical world.
Overview
Stripe Terminal is not an out-of-the-box POS system like Square or Shopify. Instead, it provides the hardware (card readers), SDKs, and APIs for developers and businesses to build their own custom point-of-sale experiences. It's designed for platforms and businesses that want to unify their online Stripe payments with in-person transactions under a single system. It offers pre-certified, modern card readers that handle encryption and compliance.
✨ Key Features
- Programmable POS for custom checkout flows
- Unified online and offline payment processing through Stripe
- Pre-certified, EMV-compliant card readers
- JavaScript, iOS, and Android SDKs
- Cloud-based hardware management
- End-to-end encryption
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Developer-first approach with powerful and flexible APIs/SDKs
- Seamless integration with the broader Stripe online payments platform
- Simple, transparent pricing
Unique Value: Provides the building blocks (APIs, SDKs, and hardware) for developers to create fully customized and integrated in-person checkout experiences.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- A software platform for salons enabling their users to take payments in-store via a branded reader
- A large retailer integrating Stripe readers into their custom mobile checkout app
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Small businesses needing a simple, ready-to-use POS system without development resources
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike all-in-one systems like Square or Toast, Stripe Terminal offers unparalleled flexibility for businesses that want to control the entire customer experience and integrate payments into their own software.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premium Support tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: No monthly fees. Pay per transaction. Hardware purchase required.
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