Force quit the Square POS app. Go to Settings > Bluetooth on your device. Find your Reader and click Forget. Reopen the Square app and re-pair at Settings > Card Readers.
Why is my Square Not pairing?
Turn on Bluetooth in your device settings. If youre using an iPhone or iPad on iOS 13, make sure Bluetooth permissions for the Square app are enabled. To do so, on your device head to Settings > Privacy > Bluetooth and enable permissions for the Square app. Fully charge your reader.
How do I link my Square reader to my phone?
To connect your reader:Go to your device settings and make sure Bluetooth is turned on.Open the Square app and tap the three horizontal lines in the upper right corner to navigate to the menu or the down arrow at the top of the Square Register.Tap Settings > Hardware > Card Readers > “Connect a Reader.”More items
How do I reset my Square?
Tap Hardware > General > About Register. Scroll to the bottom of the screen and tap Factory Reset > Confirm Factory Reset. Tap Reset one last time. The countdown will begin and your Register will reset.
How do I reset my card reader?
Restart / Reboot the Credit Card ReaderPress and hold the .,#* and yellow buttons on the credit card reader at the same time until the reader chimes.Release the buttons after you hear the chimes. The reset begins.When the credit card reader has been reset the main screen will display.6 Mar 2019
How do I get my Square back online?
If you notice the Square app isnt acting the way you expect, try the following troubleshooting tips:Make sure that both your mobile device and Square app are up-to-date.Log out of the app and sign back in. Turn your mobile device off and then back on.Force quit the app on your device.More items
How do I link my Square reader to my bank account?
Link your bank account from the Square AppOpen the menu, and tap Settings > Account > Bank Account > Add Bank Account.Enter the requested bank account information. You can find this information listed at the bottom of your checks, or you can contact your bank to confirm this information.Click Continue.
How do I reset a square terminal?
Select Settings > Hardware. Tap General > About Terminal. Scroll to the bottom of the screen and tap Factory Reset > Confirm Factory Reset. Tap Reset one last time.
How do I use the wireless Square reader?
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Why is my chip reader not working?
A chip error simply means the credit card machine wasnt able to read the chip on your card. This can mean your chip is dirty, or it can mean the chip is damaged. Its more likely the chip is dirty. Try cleaning the chip and try again.
How do I fix my Square reader?
The following steps typically take care of most reader issues:Remove any case or cover from your device. Update to the latest version of the Square app.Make sure youre using a supported device.Unplug the reader and plug it back in while the Square app is open.Delete and reinstall the Square app.More items
Why is my Square on offline mode?
Make sure that both your mobile device and Square app are up-to-date. Log out of the app and sign back in. If youre operating in Offline Mode and have pending offline payments, you wont be able to sign out of the app. If you dont have any pending offline payments, delete and reinstall the app.
Why wont my Square terminal connect to Wi-Fi?
Switch to Wi-Fi. If you have a Wi-Fi network available, unplug the Ethernet cable and switch to Wi-Fi in Settings. Make sure to unplug the Ethernet cable since the device will default to using Ethernet connection over Wi-Fi if both are available.
How long does it take to activate a Square account?
If you receive one of the following error notifications, we may need 1-2 additional business days to process your activation request. You can accept cash payments in the meantime. Check your online Square Dashboard in 1-2 business days to review the status of your account activation.
How do I get my square back online?
If you notice the Square app isnt acting the way you expect, try the following troubleshooting tips:Make sure that both your mobile device and Square app are up-to-date.Log out of the app and sign back in. Turn your mobile device off and then back on.Force quit the app on your device.More items