The short answer
A portable card terminal, compatible-phone tap-to-pay or a payment link can suit different trade workflows. Awais is a Payment Consultant working with takepayments / Global Payments. Explain your jobs and payment timing so the proposed setup reflects how your business operates.
Choose around the way the customer pays
| Payment situation | Option to discuss | Practical check |
|---|---|---|
| Customer pays at the job | TP+ on PAX A920 Pro | Mobile coverage, charging and printed receipts |
| Customer pays by contactless | Genius mobile pay | Compatible Android phone, NFC and internet |
| Customer pays remotely | Payment links | Correct amount, reference and agreed remote-payment terms |
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In this guide
Take payment at the job
TP+ on the PAX A920 Pro gives you a dedicated terminal and receipt printer. The A920 Pro supports chip and PIN, contactless, Wi-Fi and cellular connectivity. Ask for the appropriate mobile setup and check the coverage where you work. A 4G option still needs a usable signal; it does not guarantee reception at every property.
Use your phone or send a link
Genius mobile pay is an option for contactless payments using a compatible Android phone. Think about battery, internet access and whether the phone is also needed for calls. For customers paying remotely, a payment link can be shared by WhatsApp, text or email. Confirm the charges and account arrangements for remote payments.
Build the quote around your jobs
Give Awais your expected monthly card turnover and typical job value. Explain whether you collect money after completion, take deposits or use staged payments, and mention unusually large invoices. These details help the provider assess the proposed activity. Compare all applicable fees, the contract term and settlement arrangements before agreeing to proceed.
Common questions
Can I take payment at a customer's property?
A suitably configured A920 Pro can connect through mobile data or Wi-Fi. Check the connection where you work and discuss what to do when coverage is poor.
Can I send a payment link after completing the job?
Yes. A payment link lets the customer complete payment remotely. Confirm the amount and include a clear job or invoice reference when sending the request.
Can I accept deposits or larger job payments?
Explain the amounts and the time between payment and completion during the application. The provider must confirm which activity and payment methods it can approve for your business.
Does tap-to-pay replace every terminal function?
No. A phone has no card-insertion slot. If contactless cannot complete, another supported payment method may be needed. Discuss your usual job values and customer payment habits before choosing.
Sources and method
Public sources checked on 9 October 2026. Offers can change; your individual proposal and signed terms determine what applies.
takepayments: TP+ terminal features takepayments: A920 Pro installation and connectivity guide Global Payments: Genius mobile pay device requirements Global Payments: Genius mobile pay payment-method limitations takepayments: payment links and remote-payment termsWorked examples are illustrative mathematics, not provider quotes or promised savings. Read our editorial approach.
Apply this to your business
Tell Awais your trade, typical job value and where you take payments. Discuss a portable terminal, tap-to-pay or payment links.