iK Tap on phone

Turn your phone into a card machine and accept contactless payments on the go. *Only available on NFC-enabled Android and Huawei phones.

Low transaction fees starting at 2.75% Low transaction fees starting at 2.75% 
The more you sell, the lower your fees get The more you sell, the lower your fees get 

FREEincluded with ikhokha app

We accept:

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Accept contactless payments
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Sell prepaid products
No extra
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Take payments on the move

Take payments on the move

If you need to take a payment there and then, iK Tap on Phone makes it easy. Use your phone to accept contactless payments wherever you are, without carrying extra hardware.

Accept secure payments

Accept secure payments

Every transaction is protected by industry-leading security and backed by iKhokha, so you and your customers can rest easy when they tap to pay.

Track every sale

Track every sale

All your Tap on Phone card payments are recorded in the iK App and sync with the iK Dashboard, giving you a clear view of your sales and payouts, along with any other card machine or online payments that you accept through iKhokha.

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Stay on top
of your payouts

When you’re taking payments on your phone, it helps to know when to expect your money. With iKhokha's reliable payouts, you always know when your money is on its way.

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Reliable payouts 

Every card payment that you accept will automatically reflect in your linked bank account in 1-3 business days.

Get paid even fasterGet paid even faster

Get paid even faster

If you bank with FNB or Absa you’ll get paid as soon as the next business day - or use your iK Debit Card for same-day payouts.

Less guessworkLess guesswork

Less guesswork

Keep track of every payout through your iK Dashboard, so you always know exactly what's coming into your account.

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Use the phone you already have
Take contactless payments on a compatible Android or Huawei smartphone, without needing an extra card machine.
A handy backup when things get busy
Use Tap on Phone to ease queues, help staff take payments, or step in when you need another way to get paid.
Simple support when you need it
Get help when you need it, so you can keep taking payments with confidence.

Set up
Tap on phone

You can start taking card payments on your phone in just a few easy steps.

1STEP ONE
Download the iK App
Make sure you’re using an NFC-enabled Android or Huawei smartphone, then download the iKhokha App.
2STEP TWO
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Make sure payments go to the right place
You’ll need to create an iKhokha profile before you can start taking payments. This links your bank account to your profile so your money goes to the right place.
3STEP THREE
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Take your first payment
Once you’ve been approved to accept payments, try a quick test transaction. Enter an amount of R2.00 or more, press “Charge”, choose “Tap on Phone”, and tap the card on the back of your smartphone.

Useful for quick sales
and busy days

If your business moves around, your payments should too. iK Tap on Phone gives you a simple way to take contactless payments wherever you sell.

Keep service moving when it gets busy

When things get hectic, iK Tap on Phone gives you an extra way to take payments, whether it’s easing a queue, helping a staff member take a quick payment, or stepping in as a simple backup when you need it.

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Start selling without a full counter setup

If you’re just getting going, iK Tap on Phone lets you accept payments using a device you already have. It’s a simple way to start taking card payments, with the option to switch to a card machine as your business grows.

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Take payment the moment the job is done

Not every sale is planned. Whether you’re meeting a customer unexpectedly, finishing a job off-site, or making a quick sale away from your usual setup, iK Tap on Phone lets you accept payment there and then. 

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Low rates, no extra hardware

Enjoy low transaction rates that get lower the more you sell, starting at 2.75% (excl. VAT). Plus, your earnings are paid into your bank account within 1–3 business days, depending on your bank. If you bank with FNB or Absa, you’ll get your money on the next business day.

Calculate your rate

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Your rate:

2.75%

You'll pay

R 0.00

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

FAQs

Tap on Phone lets you accept contactless card payments using your compatible smartphone, so you can take payments without carrying an extra card machine.

Tap on Phone is a good fit for businesses that need a simple, flexible way to take payments, especially if you sell on the move, work away from a fixed counter, or want a handy backup for busy times.

No. Tap on Phone turns your compatible smartphone into a payment device, so you can accept contactless payments without extra hardware.

You’ll need a compatible NFC-enabled smartphone and an iKhokha profile linked to your bank account, so your payouts go to the right place.

Yes. Tap on Phone gives you an extra way to take payments when queues build up, when a staff member needs to help, or when you need a simple backup on the spot.

Tap on Phone works on compatible NFC-enabled Android and Huawei smartphones, so you can start taking contactless payments from a device you already use.

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

Why iKhokha?

iKhokha is one of the fastest-growing fintech companies in Africa. As you'd expect, our pace is fast-moving and ever-changing. We like it that way.

14+ years

Industry experience.

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Employees across 3 continents who believe in better business.