Summary
Tap to Pay lets gyms collect contactless, in-person payments directly through the PushPress Staff App (Kiosk Mode)—no extra hardware required on supported devices. Members can pay for memberships, retail items, or drop-ins by simply tapping their card or mobile wallet.
Tap to Pay works on NFC enabled Android devices and on iPhone.
If your device does not support Tap to Pay, you can still accept payments using a connected Stripe Care Reader.Why use Tap on Phone.
Why Use Tap to Pay
Faster checkout – Members tap their phone or card to pay instantly
Simple setup – Enable Tap to Pay right from the Staff App
Flexible options – Use Tap to Pay or a Stripe Card Reader
Automatic sync – Transactions flow into PushPress Core in real time
Better member experience – Modern, frictionless in-person payments
How to Set Up Tap to Pay
Open the PushPress Staff App
Go to Settings → Kiosk Mode → Tap to Pay or Card Reader
Toggle Enable Tap to Pay
Follow the prompts to connect your Stripe account
Confirm your device:
iPhone, or
Android with NFC enabled, or
Connect a Stripe card reader if needed
Once setup is complete, Tap to Pay will be available in Kiosk Mode for retail, memberships, and drop-ins.
Using Tap to Pay on iPhone (iOS)
Works on supported iPhones using Tap to Pay on iPhone
No external card reader required
Members can tap:
Contactless cards
Apple Pay
Other supported mobile wallets
Payments are processed securely through Stripe and appear instantly in PushPress Core
Tip: Keep your iPhone unlocked and the Staff App open during checkout.
Using Tap to Pay on Android
Requires an Android device with NFC
No external card reader required
Members can tap:
Contactless cards
Apple Pay
Other supported mobile wallets
Payments are processed securely through Stripe and appear instantly in PushPress Core
Tip: Make sure NFC is enabled in your Android device settings before checkout.
Using a Stripe Card Reader (All Devices)
If your device doesn’t support Tap to Pay—or you prefer a physical reader—you can connect a Stripe Terminal.
(M2 Reader only) Register your location in your Stripe account
In the Staff App, go to Settings → Tap to Pay → Connect Terminal
Follow the on-screen pairing steps
Members can tap:
Contactless cards
Apple Pay
Other supported mobile wallets
Payments are processed securely through Stripe and appear instantly in PushPress Core.
Supported Transactions
You can collect payments for:
Membership and plan purchases
Retail items (apparel, drinks, supplements, etc.)
Drop-ins
All transactions appear instantly in PushPress Core for reporting and reconciliation.
Stripe Integration & Fees
Tap to Pay and Stripe Terminal payments are processed through Stripe
Cards collected via Tap to Pay can be saved for recurring memberships
Note that Tap to Pay on iPhone incurs an additional $0.10 which is passed on (we don’t tack that on — it’s an Apple fee)
Standard Core Free, Pro, Max rates will apply.
Device Compatibility
Device Type | Tap to Pay Support | Notes |
iPhone (iOS) | ✅ Supported now | Uses Tap to Pay on iPhone. No reader required. |
Android (NFC-enabled) | ✅ Supported now | Works directly in the Staff App. |
Android (non-NFC) | ❌ Not supported | Connect a Stripe Terminal. |
iPad | ❌ Not supported | Connect a Stripe Terminal. No iPad version is enabled. |
👉 Need a reader? Check out this article to see which Stripe Reader is best for your location.
Troubleshooting
Tap to Pay not working
Confirm your device supports Tap to Pay
Ensure NFC is enabled (Android only)
Keep the Staff App open and active
Restart the Staff App and try again
Stripe Terminal not connecting
Go to Settings → Tap to Pay → Connect Terminal and re-pair
Confirm your Stripe account is active and connected
Payment not appearing in Core
Refresh the Staff App
Confirm the device has an internet connection
Transactions may take a few moments to sync
Frequently Asked Questions
Which devices support Tap to Pay?
Tap to Pay is supported on iPhone and Android devices with NFC. Other devices require a Stripe Terminal.
Do I need extra hardware?
No—if you’re using a supported iPhone or Android device. Otherwise, connect a Stripe Terminal.
Can I use Tap to Pay for memberships and retail?
Yes. Tap to Pay works for memberships, retail items, and drop-ins.
Does it support recurring memberships?
Yes. Cards collected via Tap to Pay can be saved for recurring billing.
Is Tap to Pay available to all PushPress clients?
Yes. Any gym using the Staff App can enable it.
Where can I see transactions?
All Tap to Pay and Stripe Terminal payments appear in PushPress Core → Payments → Reports.