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30 May 2023 - 4 min read

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A guide on Tap to Pay on iPhone with the Tyro BYO App

These days you can do almost anything with an iPhone. Now, for the first time in Australia, you can add accepting contactless payments to that list with Tap to Pay on iPhone and the Tyro BYO App.1

Read on to discover what Tap to Pay on iPhone is all about and how it can benefit your business.

What is Tap to Pay on iPhone?

Tap to Pay on iPhone enables businesses to accept all types of in-person, contactless payments on an iPhone, from physical debit and credit cards to Apple Pay and other digital wallets.

Enable contactless payments and transform your business: Tyro pioneers Tap to Pay on iPhone

Tyro is one of the first payment providers in Australia to offer Tap to Pay on iPhone for businesses.

Tap to Pay on iPhone with the Tyro BYO App revolutionises the way businesses accept contactless payments, offering convenience, security, and compatibility with the digital payment landscape. Embrace the new capabilities of this cutting-edge solution and elevate your business today.

Unlock a world of features and benefits

Accept Payments with no extra hardware needed

An iPhone and the Tyro BYO App are all you need to harness this payment solution. You can ditch any additional hardware – accepting payments directly from your iPhone. You’ll need to have an iPhone XS or later, running iOS 16.4 or later. Also, the Tyro BYO App requires mobile connectivity for use.

Convenience for your customers

Tap to Pay on iPhone with the Tyro BYO App lets you accept Mastercard®, Visa, eftpos, American Express, and digital wallets Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay, making it easy for customers to pay their way.

Seamless contactless payments

To process a transaction, enter the amount via the Tyro BYO App and prompt the customer to tap the card or device at the top of your iPhone. The payment will go through securely using NFC technology.

Secure and private transactions

Tap to Pay on iPhone uses the built-in features of iPhone to help keep your business and customer data private and secure. When a payment is processed, Apple doesn’t store card numbers on the device or on Apple servers, so you can rest assured knowing your business stays yours.

No setup or hardware fees2

With Tap to Pay on iPhone and the Tyro BYO App, you’ll only pay for transactions you accept on the Tyro BYO App, which is at 1.4% per transaction (including GST)3 – that’s it. You won’t need to pay for any additional rental fees or any exit or cancellation fees.

Who is this solution suitable for?

Offering a streamlined and secure payment experience, Tap to Pay on iPhone with the Tyro BYO App presents an ideal solution for businesses of all sizes. Whether you operate in the hospitality, retail, trade, health, or professional services industry, this convenient payment option is well-suited for any business or sole trader seeking an effortless, secure, and private method to accept payments.

No matter if you run a bustling restaurant, a trendy boutique, a skilled trade service, a healthcare practice, or a professional consulting firm, Tap to Pay on iPhone with the Tyro BYO App simplifies your payment process. It provides a user-friendly platform that enables you to securely accept payments via your iPhone.

How to get started

Setting up and utilising this payment solution is a breeze. If you’re already a Tyro customer, all you need to do is create your Tyro BYO account via Tyro Portal. This process can be done in seconds! Once you have your credentials ready, you can log in to the Tyro BYO App and start accepting payments right away.

For those who are new to Tyro to use Tap to Pay on iPhone, simply download the Tyro BYO App, apply, and start accepting in-person, contactless payments anytime, anywhere — right there on your iPhone. No extra hardware needed. 

Ready to process payments straight from your phone?

Download the Tyro BYO App today and embrace the future of seamless payment acceptance.

Disclaimers

1 Tap to Pay on iPhone requires iPhone Xs or later running iOS 16.4 or later via the Tyro BYO App. Some contactless cards may not be accepted by the Tyro BYO App. The Contactless Symbol is a trademark owned by and used with permission of EMVCo, LLC. For more details, see https://developer.apple.com/tap-to-pay/ The Tyro BYO App requires mobile connectivity for use. 

2 Businesses are required to use their own iPhone. Tyro BYO App is free to download via the App Store.

3 Switching fee may apply for customers with a separate AMEX account.

Apple, Apple Pay and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.