Accept Tap & Go Payments Contactless Card Reader

Did you know that around 95% of in-person card payments are contactless?

With contactless becoming popular, it’s important you get an EFTPOS machine that accepts contactless payments. Our terminal is trusted by over 40,000 businesses, which makes accepting contactless payments a breeze!

Accept Contactless Payments

Let customers pay how they want. Our card machine is flexible for all EFTPOS transactions, whether it be a tap, insert or swipe payment.

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Contactless Card Payments

Our Android machines make contactless payment easy, accepting Mastercard Tap & Go and Visa payWave.

Contactless Device Payments

Accept payments from smartphone and watch devices, including Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay or Android Pay.

Credit Card Payments

Our card reader accepts all major credit and debit cards, including Mastercard or Visa, and the free option to add on American Express.

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What is a Contactless Payment Machine?

Simply put, a contactless payment machine is an EFTPOS machine that can accept contactless payments. 

Contactless payments can be made via cards, phones or wearable devices. Contactless payments have many names, including Tap and Go, Tap to Pay, Visa PayWave and more!

There may be lots of ways to refer to contactless payments, but these all share one sweet truth: they're all accepted by our EFTPOS machine.

 

Benefits of Using a Contactless Card Reader

There are a number of benefits to using a contactless card reader EFTPOS machine. 

Speed and Convenience

In business, time is money. And time saved is money saved! A 2020 study by Mastercard found that contactless payments are up to 10 times faster than other in-person payment methods. Contactless payments help your business accept payments from customers quicker. 

Enhanced Customer Experience

No one likes waiting around, including your customers. Fast payments mean your staff can process more customers quicker, freeing staff time to do other things, such as processing customer orders. A quicker experience, made possible by contactless payments, can lead to a positive customer experience.

Reduction in Cash Handling

There are a number of costs associated with cash handling. These include:

  • Time taken to count and account for cash at the end of the day.

  • Expenses related to storage, security and transportation of cash.

  • Security risks associated with having cash on premises. 

Accepting contactless payments can help reduce some of these risks. 

Support for Various Payment Methods

By enabling contactless payments, you’re accepting the most common way people pay in store. Whether it be Mastercard's Tap & Go, Visa Paywave or mobile wallet payments, the Shift4 contactless EFTPOS machine can accept all of these payment types.

Pick The Perfect Plan For Your Business

Looking for a Low Cost EFTPOS solution that helps you save? We’ve got you! We make it a breeze to keep your business bank, and switch your EFTPOS to a solution trusted by 40,000+ businesses.

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Pass the Fees

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Pay $0 in transaction fees with an easy-as automated surcharge.  Just more money in your pocket!
  • Unlimited fee-free transactions*
  • Automated surcharging solution
  • Local 24/7 customer support
  • Portable, lightweight Terminal, with 4G Multi-Network SIM

Low Cost EFTPOS

Pay the Fees

A predictable EFTPOS bill, every month

Know what to expect every month, with one low rate for all Mastercard and Visa transactions. No more confusing monthly statements or nasty surprises!
  • Low flat rate for credit cards
  • Industry-tailored rates
  • Local 24/7 customer support
  • Portable, lightweight Terminal, with 4G Multi-Network SIM

Shift4 Contactless Card Reader Features

Get the latest Android EFTPOS machine, supported by best-in-class 24/7 AU/NZ-based support and start accepting contactless payments today! The Shift4 contactless card reader has a number of features, including:

Contactless Payments

All payment types, including contactless devices, chip cards and mobile wallets like Apple Pay or Google Pay, are accepted.

Long Battery Life

With all-day battery life, your EFTPOS machine will keep payments flowing even if you’re on the go. All our EFTPOS terminals come with a charging dock.

Plug & Play EFTPOS

It doesn’t have to be hard. Simply unbox your terminal, switch it on and start processing payments. It’s as easy as that!

Stay Connected

Our Android EFTPOS terminal can connect via a free, built-in 4G SIM Card, Wi-Fi, Broadband or even a mobile hotspot. With thousands of businesses based across Australia, from major cities to country towns, our connectivity options will keep your payments flowing.

Lightweight & Durable

With the Shift4 EFTPOS machine, it’s not arm day at the gym, lift it with ease! It’s lightweight and durable - coming with a free protective case.

Seamless Portability

Counter, table, or on the move. Wherever you are, accept payments easily with seamless portability. Every mobile EFTPOS machine comes with a free 4G SIM Card, so you can take payments on the move.
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How to Get Started with Shift4

  1. Complete your details here.

  2. We’ll be in contact with you within 24 hours (M-F).

  3. Receive your brand new Shift4 EFTPOS machine, delivered to your door.

  4. Turn it on and start accepting payments!

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Frequently Asked Questions About Contactless Payments

A contactless payment method is any payment that can be made without needing a physical insert or swipe. Contactless payments can be made from phones, cards and wearable devices. 

Purchases made via contactless are encrypted, keeping customer's data safe. 

Most banks and EFTPOS providers charge business owners to accept contactless payments. With Zero Cost™ EFTPOS contactless payments are free for business owners. Instead, a small transaction fee is passed onto your customer.

‘Tap to pay’ is simply another way of describing contactless payments.

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