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iK Tap on Phone

Turn your phone into a card machine and start accepting tap-to-pay transactions with your Android* phone today.

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

FREEIncluded with iKhokha App

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*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

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

How to get started

It’s simple. No hardware, just a card machine for your phone.

How to get paid with iK Tap on Phone
1

Create a profile

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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

Turn your phone into a card machine with iK Tap on Phone
Turn your phone into a card machine with iK Tap on Phone
“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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How iK Tap on Phone will change the SME landscape of SA
How iK Tap on Phone will change the SME landscape of SA
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

Use your expected monthly earnings to see what rates you’ll pay.

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

More ways to grow

Start with iK PrepaidStart with iK Prepaid

Start with iK Prepaid

Tap into a new revenue stream by selling airtime, data, gaming vouchers, and more directly from your iKhokha app with iK Prepaid.

Manage with iK Dashboard Manage with iK Dashboard

Manage with iK Dashboard

Run your business like a pro with iK Dashboard.Track your sales, monitor transactions, and access powerful insights to keep your business running smoothly.

Grow with iK Cash Advance Grow with iK Cash Advance

Grow with iK Cash Advance

Fuel your business growth with fuss-free funding. You can qualify for up to R1 million after 6 months of trading with us.

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FAQs

Tap on Phone lets you use a normal Android smartphone as a card machine for phone payments, accepting tap-and-go cards with ease. 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