
Tap on screen makes your screen the checkout
Tap on screen enables contactless checkout on the screen your customers are already using.
It feels familiar and intuitive and supports the same tap-to-pay behaviour they already know from phones and smartwatches.
What does "tap on screen" mean?
Tap on screen describes how a customer pays:
They tap a contactless card, phone, or watch directly on the screen to complete the payment.
There is no need to switch devices or wait for a terminal.
It feels natural and part of the same checkout experience.
Why customers prefer tap on screen?
- Fast, intuitive and familiar
- No extra terminals or devices
- Contactless checkout with one screen
- One screen, one flow
- A modern, user-friendly experience
- Helps keep the experience focused
How does it work in store?
Tap on screen works in both assisted and self-service checkout areas.
A staff member scans the items on a handheld or fixed screen. The customer taps their card or phone on that same screen to pay.
In self-checkout, the customer scans, pays and confirms everything on one screen.
There are fewer steps and no need to redirect the customer.
When does tap on screen make sense?
Tap on screen fits retail formats where flexibility, simplicity, and space-saving are key. It is ideal in:
- Self-checkout setups
- Customer-facing screens at staffed checkouts
- Mobile POS setups used in the aisle
- Pop-up stores and temporary formats
- Stores with limited space
- High-traffic locations
- Checkout screens used for retail media
Powered by SoftPOS
For customers, tap on screen feels simple. But it only works because of what runs in the background. The experience is made possible by SoftPOS. A certified software that turns your screen into a secure payment point.
SoftPOS enables contactless card payments directly on NFC-enabled devices such as tablets, kiosks, and mobile POS units. It removes the need for separate terminals and meets the highest international standards for payment security, including PCI CPoC.
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Frequently asked questions about tap on screen
How do customers pay with tap on screen?
Do customers need to install anything?
Is tap on screen secure?
Is it faster than traditional checkout?
Can customers use smartwatches?
What devices does tap on screen work on?
Tap on screen works on NFC-enabled Android devices that are certified for contactless payments. This includes tablets, mobile POS units and customer-facing screens. With 52ViKING, we help ensure your setup meets these requirements.
What is PCI CPoC and why does it matter?
PCI CPoC is a global security standard for contactless card payments. It ensures that your setup is certified, encrypted and meets strict requirements for secure transactions.
Want to see tap on screen in action?
We will show you how it works in your store, on your screens, and within your real checkout flow.