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iK Tap on Phone Accept tap-to-pay transactions with your Android* phone today.

iK Tap on Phone

*Only available on NFC-enabled Android & Huawei phones.

FREEIncluded with iKhokha App

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iK Tap on Phone accepts:

Tap into the future of payments

Get started in 5 minutes with the iKhokha app. No setup fees, no contracts - just easy and secure transactions.
The more you trade, the less you pay. Enjoy lower transaction rates as your business grows.
No card machine? No problem. Accept contactless payments with your NFC-enabled Android device.

How to get started

How to get paid with iK Tap on Phone
1

Create a profile

Sign up on the app to start your iKhokha profile.

2

Download the iKhokha App

From the Google Play store or Huawei AppGallery.

3

Start trading

Take payments from all major SA bank cards and digital wallets like Apple Pay or Samsung Pay on your smartphone.

How to get paid with iK Tap on Phone

52%*

of South Africans used tap-to-pay platforms in 2023. Get
in on the action with iK Tap on Phone.

*Source: Stitch survey, e-commerce preferences, December 2023

Feel inspired

Easy to set up. Easy to use. The entire experience with the product and the team has been awesome.

- Sanjay Reewith
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Phone payment via NFC
Can my phone accept card payments?You’ll need a Near Field Communication (NFC) enabled Android or Huawei smartphone to use iK Tap on Phone.
Industry-leading security
With industry-leading security measures, every transaction on the iKhokha app is fully protected. Our dedication to innovation and safety for iK Tap on Phone was recognised with the 2022 Mastercard EMEA Award.

Flexible pricing and fast payouts

Enjoy low transaction rates that get lower the more you make, starting at 2.75% (excl. VAT). If you bank with FNB and Absa, you’ll get your money on the next business day.

Calculate your rate

p/m
Your rate:

2.75%

You'll pay

R 0.00

ex VAT and R2.50 settlement fee
Value included
24/7 support
No rental fees
Digital invoices & receipts
Award-winning app

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FAQs

Tap on Phone lets you use a normal Android smartphone to accept tap-and-go card payments. It uses state-of-the-art security and NFC (Near Field Communication) technology. Tap on Phone is approved by Mastercard and Visa.

NFC stands for Near Field Communication. It’s basically a short-range wireless technology that lets devices communicate with each other when they're close together. NFC allows customers to make secure, contactless payments by simply tapping their NFC-enabled card or mobile device on the card machine.

NFC options for your device can be found in Settings. It's usually under “Connections” or “Wireless & Networks”. When you enable iK Tap on Phone, and your NFC is not enabled, the app will direct you to your settings to switch on NFC.

You'll need:

  1. The iKhokha App
  2. An Android smartphone that is NFC enabled. It must also be an Android 9 device or higher.

Follow these steps to start taking payments with iK Tap on Phone:

  1. Log into the iKhokha app.
  2. Select “Tap on Phone”.
  3. Enter the amount and tap “Charge”.
  4. Review your checkout screen and continue to payment.
  5. Hold the card on the back of your phone until you feel a vibration.
  6. That’s it!

Yes, all transactions made through iKhokha will be tracked on your profile, which will be evaluated before you receive an offer for an iK Cash Advance.

iK Tap on Phone allows you to take payments without a card machine. Take your business on-the-go or use it as a back-up solution for when business gets busy.

Most smartphones support tap-to-pay functionality, using NFC (Near Field Communication) technology. To accept payments using iK Tap on Phone you will need to have an NFC-enabled Android 9 device or higher or Huawei phone.

Need help?

Get help instantly on WhatsApp, our chatbot Kelly, or by requesting a callback.

You can also call  087 222 7000  or email  support@ikhokha.com