Applies to: Reader SDK - Android
Learn how to enable recurring payments and create a seamless purchase experience for returning customers.
Warning
The Square Reader SDK is deprecated and will be retired on December 31, 2025. The SDK is no longer receiving new releases and support for new operating systems isn't guaranteed.
The Mobile Payments SDK
- You need an access token
access token . If you're using OAuth, you needCUSTOMERS_WRITE
permission to save a card on file andPAYMENTS_WRITE
permission to process payments with the saved card. Cards on file are automatically updated on a monthly basis to confirm that they're still valid and can be charged. - You need to create a
Customer
object using the Customers API. To create your firstCustomer
object, see Customers APICustomers API . - You need a customer card on file. To save a card with the Reader SDK, see Save a Card on File
Save a Card on File .