Hike Pay FAQ

Hike Pay FAQ

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What is Hike Pay?
Account Management
Hardware
Processing Transactions
Reporting & Deposits
Charge-backs
PCI Compliance


What is Hike Pay?

Hike Pay is Hike Point of Sale's fully integrated payment processing solution. With Hike Pay, you can seamlessly accept a wide range of payment methods directly within your Hike POS, including credit/debit cards and contactless payments like Apple Pay. It provides a unified system for managing transactions, reporting, and deposits, all designed to simplify your operations and speed up the checkout process for your customers.

Account Management

About Hike Pay?

Hike Pay is the native payment processor built for Hike POS. It eliminates the need for a third-party processor by integrating payments directly into your point-of-sale, allowing you to manage your entire business from one platform.

How do I apply for Hike Pay?

You can apply directly from your Hike Point of sale payment page (Store set-up >> Payment types). We are required to collect specific business information for verification and underwriting purposes before we can activate your account.

Can I use Hike Pay with another POS system?

No. Hike Pay is exclusively designed and optimized to work with the Hike POS platform

How can I update my business or bank account information?

Please contact Hike support team over the chat or your account manager to make this changes from back-end.

Is Hike Pay mandatory? What are the gateway fees?

Hike Pay is not mandatory. Hike is and will remain payment agnostic.

You can continue using your own integrated or non-integrated payment option with Hike POS.
To check the best rates for your region, please contact your account manager. 

Who do I contact for support with Hike Pay?

For troubleshooting and account questions, please contact our dedicated support team via chat or by emailing [
support@hikeup.com]. For contract-related inquiries, please contact your Hike account manager.
 
Hardware

Which payment terminals are compatible with Hike Pay?


Hike Pay requires terminals obtained directly from Hike to ensure compatibility and security. Terminals purchased from third-party vendors are not supported. Our compatible devices include:

Hike all-in-one Device 
Hike Payment device (
AMS1)
Any NFC-enabled phone or tablet

Can I accept payments on the go/ Tap to Pay?

Yes. You can use the Hike payment device with the Hike POS app to take tap and pay payments. You can also use your smartphone or tablet to process payments anywhere.

Processing Transactions

Which credit cards do you accept?

Hike Pay accepts all major credit and debit cards by default, including Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.
Digital wallets like Apple Pay and Google Pay are also supported.

What should I do if I accidentally charge a customer twice?

You can issue an immediate refund for the duplicate transaction directly from the Sales History in your Hike POS. If you encounter any issues, please contact our support team.

How do I process a manual (keyed) payment?

Hike Payments provides you with an option to send a payment link to customer after taking their order. Customer will pay securely from the link you shared directly. 

How long does a refund take to reach my customer?

Once initiated, refunds typically appear on the customer's bank statement within 2 to 7 business days, depending on their bank's processing time.

Reporting & Deposits

Where can I find my Hike Pay reports?

All your payment reports, including processed transactions, settlements, and statements, are available in the Hike Pay section of your dashboard.

When will I receive funds in my bank account?

Funds from your daily sales are typically settled and deposited into your bank account within 2-3 business days.

Charge-backs

What is a charge-back?

A charge-back occurs when a cardholder disputes a transaction directly with their bank, which then reverses the payment. The disputed amount, plus an associated fee, is immediately debited from your merchant account.

What should I do if I receive a charge-back?

Hike pay reports will display any charge-backs and reasons for the dispute. You will need to submit evidence to challenge the dispute.

PCI Compliance

Is Hike Pay PCI compliant?


Yes, the Hike Pay system—including our hardware and software—is designed to be PCI DSS compliant. As a merchant, you are also required to complete an annual Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) to ensure you are handling card data securely.
 

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