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How to Start a Restaurant

Want to open your own restaurant? Discover everything you need to know with Square—from developing a solid business plan to evaluating your costs and more.

How to Start a Business: A Simple Guide for New Business Owners

Learn how to start your business with this guide—covering everything from business plan creation to permits and legal obligations.

What Is Credit Card Processing and How It Works

In this guide, we walk you through everything you need to know about credit card processing—and how to select the best option for your business.

How To Use Apple Pay: A Comprehensive Guide for Business Owners

Square’s Apple Pay guide walks you through the ins and outs of Apple Pay, how to use it at stores and online, and how to accept it at your business.

What Are Mobile Payments? And How to Use Them

Mobile payments are payments made under financial regulation and performed from a mobile phone with coontactless capabilities. Here’s why your business should accept them

What Is a Payment Gateway? (And Why You Don't Need One)

Payment gateways allow merchants to accept credit card payments by connecting payment processors and merchant account providers.

How to Create and Implement a Returns and Exchange Policy

Everything you need to know to create a return and exchange policy for your retail business.

NFC Guide: All You Need to Know About Near Field Communication

Have you ever wondered what makes services like Apple Pay work? Square’s NFC Guide explains everything you need to know about Near Field Communication.

A Guide to the B.C. Employment Standards Act

Do you run a small business in British Columbia? Follow Square’s employment standards guide to better understand your responsibilities as an employer.

How to Choose the Best POS System for Your Small Business in 2021

When you’re looking for the best small business point-of-sale (POS) system, it’s important to understand what sorts of tools you need to help run and grow your business.

How to Open a Salon

Are you an aspiring aspiring salon owner? This guide walks you through everything you need to know when starting a beauty salon.

What Is an Invoice? A Guide for Business Owners

This guide walks you through the ins and outs of invoicing—everything from invoice templates and workflow to handling late-paying clients.

A Comprehensive Guide to Business Loans

For many small business owners, cash flow management problems are a commonly cited source of stress. Loans are one way you can invest in opportunities like expansion or covering your current expenses.

PCI Compliance: What You Need to Know

Violating PCI compliance can lead to hefty fines for you and your business. Learn more about PCI DSS Compliance and see how Square protects you- for free.

Omnichannel Marketing: The Ultimate Guide for Retailers

An omnichannel marketing strategy is one that provides a fluid, connected experience across all the touchpoints a customer has with your company.

The Complete Guide to Integrating a Sales Recording Module System (SRM)

Did you know that all Quebec business owners in the food and beverage industry need an SRM? This guide tells you everything about the Revenu Québec SRM (Sales Recording Module) mandatory billing system, including how to purchase, how to activate, how to re

Square Canada Holiday Guide 2017

Use Square to get your register ringing and your appointment book filled this holiday season. From seasonal staff management to e-commerce integrations, Square has smart ways to make your busiest days merry and bright.

Interac Debit 101: The Ultimate Guide for Small Business

This guide walks you through the ins and outs of Interac Debit, explaining what Interac Debit is, what its benefits are, and how to accept it at your business.

Credit Card Processing Fees and Rates Explained [2021]

Learn what a credit card processing fee is, what goes into it, how fees affect your rate, and how you can reduce your transaction fees.

How to Run Your Business in 2021: A Guide to Strategic, Effective Management

You’ve established your business, so what’s next?

How to Use Scheduling Software to Book More Business

Scheduling software can help you get paid faster and on time with features like no-show protection.