Doc Summary
What Are Stripe Internet Readers? #
Stripe Internet Readers are standalone payment terminals that connect to your phone or tablet over local Wi-Fi. Because they’re internet-connected, every tap, insert, or swipe flows directly through Stripe’s PCI-certified infrastructure for end-to-end encryption. Pairing them with Aiphilia turns any iOS or Android device into a countertop-to-mobile checkout station.
Key Benefits of Using WisePOS E & S700 With Mobile POS #
Knowing the advantages helps you choose the right hardware for every checkout lane or roaming associate.
- All-in-one hardware – Accept chip, tap, and magnetic-stripe payments out of the box.
- Speedier lines – Customer-facing prompts slash cashier time.
- Unlimited readers per location – Register as many devices as you need; each appears in the Payment Instruments list.
- Unified reporting – In-person and online sales land in the same Aiphilia Payments dashboard.
- Automatic compliance – Firmware updates add new card-scheme requirements with no manual effort.
Prerequisites #
Confirm these items before you begin to avoid pairing errors and failed transactions.
- A live Stripe account connected in Payments → Integrations
- Mobile device and reader on the same 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz Wi-Fi network.
- Device enrolled in the Aiphilia / LeadConnector public beta on the App Store or Google Play.
- Mobile-app version v 3.103.4 or later
How to Register a WisePOS E or S700 Reader #
Pairing links the physical terminal to your sub-account so it appears at checkout.
- Power on the reader – On the idle screen, tap Generate Pairing Code to display a six-digit code.
- Open the mobile app and select the correct sub-account.
- Navigate to Settings → Payment Devices → Pair a New Hardware Device → Internet Readers.
- Enter a reader name you’ll recognize at checkout—e.g., FrontCounter_WisePOS1.
- Type the pairing code shown on the reader.
- Tap Pair. Look for the toast “FrontCounter_WisePOS1 registered successfully.”
- Repeat Steps 1-6 for any additional readers on the network.
Taking a Payment With a Registered Reader #
Once paired, selecting a reader is as easy as choosing a card-on-file.
- Start a sale in the POS and add items to the cart.
- On Payment Instruments, choose the reader you want to use.
- Present the reader to the customer. They can tap, insert, or swipe. A 5-minute timer counts down on the mobile screen.
- Wait for confirmation. The reader shows “Approved,” and the sale appears instantly in Transaction History.
Troubleshooting & Best Practices #
Use these quick fixes to keep every lane moving.
| Symptom | Fix |
| Reader not found | Verify both devices are on the same SSID; restart the reader; ensure ports 443 & 4070 are open. |
| Pairing code expired | Codes last 60 seconds—generate a new one on the reader and try again. |
| Payment timer expired | Relaunch the sale; ask the customer to keep the card in place until the beep. |
| Need to move readers between stores | Unpair in Payment Devices, then repeat the pairing steps on the new Wi-Fi network. |
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Frequently Asked Questions #
Q : How many internet readers can I register in one sub-account?
A : Unlimited. Each reader shows up individually in Payment Instruments.
Q : Do I need Bluetooth?
A : No. WisePOS E and S700 pair over local Wi-Fi.
Q : Can customers add a tip on the reader?
A : Yes. Enable Prompt for Tip under POS Settings → Gratuity.
Q : Can I refund these payments from the web app?
A : Absolutely—the refund flow is identical to online Stripe charges.
Q : Do the readers work offline?
A : Transactions require an active internet connection. If Wi-Fi drops, accept cash or card-on-file.
Next Steps #
- Update all checkout devices to v 3.103.4 to unlock reader support.
- Train staff on tap-to-pay etiquette for faster lines.
- Bookmark the Hosting Status Page for real-time uptime and incident alerts.
