Connect a Contactless Reader

Applies to: Reader SDK - Android | Reader SDK - iOS

Learn how to connect the Reader SDK to a Square Contactless Reader to accept chip and tap payments.

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 launched as the successor of the Reader SDK and is now in General Availability (GA). To ensure continued support and functionality, you should migrate your application from the Reader SDK to the Mobile Payments SDK before the retirement date.

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Pair a Square Reader with the Reader SDK

To pair a Contactless and Chip Card Reader, conform to the SQRDReaderSettingsControllerDelegate protocol and present the Reader settings flow.

Important

If the iOS device hosting your application is on iOS 14, you must upgrade to the latest Reader SDK to successfully pair with a reader.