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Payment Processing Configuration

Setting up payment processing with Tiquo ensures seamless transactions across all platform components, from online bookings to in-person sales.

Stripe Integration

Account Connection

  • Stripe Account: Connect your existing Stripe account or create a new one
  • Verification Process: Complete Stripe’s business verification requirements
  • Payment Methods: Configure accepted card types and digital wallets
  • Currency Settings: Set your local currency and international payment handling

Processing Configuration

  • Transaction Fees: Understand Stripe’s processing fees and your settings
  • Settlement Schedule: Configure when funds are deposited to your bank account
  • Dispute Handling: Set up automatic dispute response and management
  • Compliance Settings: Ensure PCI compliance and security standards

PDQ Hardware Setup

Stripe S700 Configuration

  • Hardware Ordering: Order Stripe S700 devices with Tiquo firmware pre-installed
  • Network Configuration: Connect devices to your business Wi-Fi or ethernet
  • Account Pairing: Link each device to your Tiquo business account
  • Location Assignment: Assign devices to specific business locations or stations

Device Management

  • Firmware Updates: Automatic updates for security and features
  • Hardware Monitoring: Real-time device status and health monitoring
  • Backup Devices: Configure backup devices for business continuity
  • Maintenance Scheduling: Regular maintenance and cleaning procedures

Payment Method Configuration

Card Payments

  • Chip Cards: EMV chip card processing with PIN support
  • Contactless: Tap-to-pay functionality for cards and mobile devices
  • Magnetic Stripe: Legacy swipe card support where needed
  • International Cards: Accept international cards with currency conversion

Digital Wallets

  • Apple Pay: Native Apple Pay support for iOS devices
  • Google Pay: Google Pay integration for Android users
  • Samsung Pay: Samsung Pay support for Samsung device users
  • Other Wallets: Support for other popular digital wallet services

Alternative Payment Methods

  • Cash Handling: Record and manage cash transactions
  • Gift Cards: Issue and redeem digital and physical gift cards
  • Store Credit: Customer credit and prepayment management
  • Split Payments: Allow customers to split payments across multiple methods

Transaction Management

Booking Integration

  • Automatic Linking: Payments automatically linked to customer bookings
  • Partial Payments: Handle deposits and final payments separately
  • Package Payments: Process payments for service packages and memberships
  • Recurring Payments: Automatic billing for subscriptions and memberships

Receipt & Documentation

  • Digital Receipts: Email receipts with booking confirmations
  • Printed Receipts: Customized printed receipts with business branding
  • Transaction Records: Complete transaction history and audit trail
  • Tax Documentation: Automatic tax calculation and reporting

Financial Settings

Revenue Management

  • Revenue Recognition: Configure when revenue is recognized for accounting
  • Service Revenue: Track revenue by service type and staff member
  • Product Revenue: Separate tracking for product sales and services
  • Commission Tracking: Calculate and track staff commissions automatically

Tax Configuration

  • Local Tax Rates: Set up local sales tax and service tax rates
  • Tax Exemptions: Configure tax-exempt customer categories
  • International Tax: Handle tax for international customers
  • Tax Reporting: Automatic tax report generation for compliance

Refund & Dispute Management

Refund Policies

  • Automatic Refunds: Configure automatic refunds for specific scenarios
  • Partial Refunds: Handle partial refunds for service modifications
  • Processing Time: Set expectations for refund processing timeframes
  • Refund Methods: Configure refund processing to original payment methods

Dispute Resolution

  • Chargeback Management: Automatic dispute response and documentation
  • Evidence Collection: Systematic collection of transaction evidence
  • Communication Protocols: Customer communication during dispute process
  • Resolution Tracking: Monitor dispute resolution rates and outcomes

Security & Compliance

PCI Compliance

  • Security Standards: Ensure PCI DSS compliance for card processing
  • Data Protection: Secure handling and storage of payment information
  • Network Security: Secure communication between devices and servers
  • Regular Audits: Compliance monitoring and security audits

Fraud Prevention

  • Transaction Monitoring: Real-time fraud detection and prevention
  • Risk Assessment: Automatic risk scoring for transactions
  • Velocity Checking: Monitor for unusual transaction patterns
  • Customer Verification: Additional verification for high-risk transactions

Reporting & Analytics

Financial Reporting

  • Daily Sales Reports: End-of-day transaction summaries
  • Payment Method Analysis: Understanding customer payment preferences
  • Revenue Trends: Historical revenue analysis and forecasting
  • Fee Analysis: Processing fee tracking and optimization

Reconciliation

  • Bank Reconciliation: Automatic matching with bank deposits
  • Transaction Matching: Link payments to specific bookings and services
  • Discrepancy Resolution: Identify and resolve payment discrepancies
  • Audit Trail: Complete transaction history for accounting purposes

Testing & Validation

Payment Testing

  • Test Mode: Safe environment for testing payment configurations
  • Transaction Testing: Process test payments to verify functionality
  • Integration Testing: Verify integration with booking and customer systems
  • Error Handling: Test error scenarios and recovery procedures

Go-Live Preparation

  • Live Mode Activation: Switch from test to live payment processing
  • Staff Training: Train staff on payment processing procedures
  • Backup Procedures: Ensure backup payment methods are available
  • Monitoring Setup: Configure alerts for payment processing issues