Tap to Pay on Android
Accept cards on your Android phone. No reader needed.
Tap to Pay on Android turns any NFC-equipped Android 11 or later phone into a contactless payment terminal. Customers tap a card, Google Pay, or another wallet on your phone and the payment is approved in seconds. HL Hunt is a certified Tap to Pay provider with published rates and same-day settlement.
Requirements
- Device
- Android phone with NFC, not rooted
- Software
- Android 11 or later with Google Play services
- Integrity
- Device must pass Google Play Integrity checks
- Account
- An approved HL Hunt account
How it works on Android
- Install the HL Hunt app from Google Play and sign in
- Enter the amount or choose from your catalog
- Hold the customer's card or phone to the back of your device
- The card is read and encrypted on-device, HL Hunt authorizes it
- Customer can add a tip, enter a PIN on screen, or sign
- Receipt is sent by text or email instantly
Why choose HL Hunt for Tap to Pay on Android
- Same 2.99% + $0.30 rate as every other payment, no hardware or app fee
- On-screen PIN entry for higher-value contactless transactions
- Same-day settlement and 1.0% instant payouts to a debit card
- One account for in-person, online, invoices, and subscriptions
Security
Tap to Pay on Android uses hardware-backed encryption and Google Play Integrity attestation so card data is protected from the moment it is read. Card numbers are never stored on the device or visible to staff. HL Hunt is PCI DSS Level 1 certified.
Frequently asked questions
Which Android phones support Tap to Pay?
Most Android phones from Samsung, Google, Motorola, OnePlus, and others running Android 11 or later with NFC. Rooted devices and devices that fail Play Integrity are not supported.
Do I need a reader as well?
No. Your phone is the full terminal. A Bluetooth receipt printer is optional.
Can customers pay with Google Pay?
Yes. Google Pay, Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, and contactless physical cards all work.
How much does Tap to Pay on Android cost?
2.99% + $0.30 per payment. Nothing else.
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- Tap to Pay for Coffee Shops
- Tap to Pay for Salons & Spas
- Tap to Pay for Barbershops
- Tap to Pay for Contractors
- Tap to Pay for Plumbers
- Tap to Pay for Electricians
- Tap to Pay for HVAC
- Tap to Pay for Landscaping & Lawn Care
- Tap to Pay for Cleaning Services
- Tap to Pay for Mobile Detailing
- Tap to Pay for Farmers Markets
- Tap to Pay for Retail Stores
- Tap to Pay for Pop-Up Shops
- Tap to Pay for Events & Festivals
- Tap to Pay for Photographers
- Tap to Pay for Personal Trainers
- Tap to Pay for Nonprofits
- Tap to Pay for Medical Practices
- Tap to Pay for Dentists
- Tap to Pay for Tattoo Studios
- Tap to Pay for Auto Repair
- Tap to Pay feature overview
- Retail & in-person payments
- Restaurants & hospitality
- Field services
- Virtual terminal
- Pricing
Start accepting payments today.
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