ReferenceGlossaryAPISoftPosOn this pageSoftPos SoftPos (Software Point of Sale) is a technology that enables merchants to accept contactless card payments directly on a mobile device — without the need for additional hardware like a payment terminal. What is it? SoftPos turns any NFC-enabled Android smartphone or tablet into a payment acceptance device. Customers can pay by tapping their contactless card, smartphone, or smartwatch on the merchant's device — just like they would on a traditional terminal. infoSoftPos is certified to meet the same security standards (PCI DSS, EMVCo) as physical payment terminals. What are the benefits? No hardware: No external reader or dongle required Low cost: Ideal for small businesses and mobility use cases Fast deployment: Software-based onboarding Secure: Full encryption and compliance with payment industry standards Where to learn more? To integrate the SoftPos solution into your application, refer to our detailed guide