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Using the Virtual Terminal

Overview


How to get there

From your dashboard, follow this path:

Payment โ†’ Virtual Terminal


Step 1 โ€” Log in to your NeroPay account

Open the NeroPay app or dashboard and log in with your merchant account credentials.

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Step 2 โ€” Navigate to Virtual Terminal

From the main menu, select Payment, then tap or click Virtual Terminal.

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Step 3 โ€” Choose your payment method

On the Virtual Terminal screen, select how you want to take payment:

Option A โ€” LinkPay Send a secure payment link directly to the customer.

  1. Enter the payment amount
  2. Choose the recipient type โ€” SMS or Email
  3. Enter the customer's phone number or email address
  4. Send the link โ€” the customer completes payment on their own device

Option B โ€” OnPay Enter the customer's card details directly into the terminal-style interface.

  1. Enter the payment amount
  2. Key in the customer's card number, expiry date, and CVV
  3. Confirm to process the payment

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Step 4 โ€” Confirm and process

Review the payment details before confirming:

  • For LinkPay โ€” the customer receives a secure link and completes payment on their end. The transaction appears in your dashboard once paid.
  • For OnPay โ€” the card is charged immediately. A confirmation will appear once the payment is processed.

โš ๏ธ Note: Always ensure you have the customer's consent before entering their card details via OnPay. Keep card details secure and never store them outside of the NeroPay system.

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Frequently asked questions

Q: What is the difference between LinkPay and OnPay? A: LinkPay sends the customer a secure link to complete payment themselves โ€” no card details are shared with you. OnPay lets you enter the customer's card details directly, useful for phone orders where the customer reads their details to you.

Q: Can I use the Virtual Terminal on my phone? A: Yes. The Virtual Terminal is available on both mobile and desktop through the NeroPay app and dashboard.

Q: Is there a fee for using the Virtual Terminal? A: Standard processing fees apply. See Fees, rewards and pricing โ†’ for details.

Q: Where do I see Virtual Terminal transactions? A: All transactions processed through the Virtual Terminal appear in your Transactions page. See Transactions โ†’ for details.


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Step 2 โ€” Navigate to Virtual Terminal

From the main menu, select Payment, then tap Virtual Terminal.

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Step 3 โ€” Choose how to take payment

On the Virtual Terminal screen, select the payment method you want to use.

  • Link Pay: Enter the amount, choose the recipient type, and add the customerโ€™s phone number to send a secure payment link.

  • On Pay: Enter the customerโ€™s card details directly into the terminal-style interface.

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Step 4 โ€” Confirm and process

Review the payment details, then confirm to process the transaction. Your customer will either receive a payment link (Link Pay) or be charged via the card details you entered (On Pay).

Still need help?
If you have further questions, contact us atย support@neropay.app or reach out through our Support Centre