Buy a Magstripe Reader from a Retail Store

The Square Reader for magstripe accepts magstripe payment cards (cards without a chip). You can order one after you have signed up for Square and your account is activated; we’ll ship it to you within 7-10 business days.

If you need a reader right away, you can purchase one at participating retail locations.

When you purchase a reader, keep the following in mind:

• They cost $10 up front, but come with a $10 redemption code. Once you enter the code we’ll send $10 to your linked bank account.

• One redemption code can be claimed per Square account.

• If a team member has purchased a reader from a retail location, the reader credit is sent to the bank account linked to the primary Square account holder. Contact the primary account holder for reimbursement.

• If you weren’t approved to accept credit cards, you’re still able to link your bank account and redeem the credit.