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What is a card reader?

A card reader is another name for a card machine, a Chip and PIN machine, PDQ machine or a card terminal. Card readers allow you to accept customer card payments in a variety of different ways. Card readers work by reading the information on a customer’s credit or debit card, then securely communicating that information to the payment processor and the customer’s bank to complete the transaction.

Taking customer payment with a Clover Flex portable POS terminal

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    The Clover Flex puts everything you need to take payments and run your business in the palm of your hand – a portable card reader that's ready whenever and wherever you are.

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Which card reader is right for me?

The Clover range features our popular family of card readers: Clover Station Pro, Clover Mini, and Clover Flex. These dynamic POS payment solutions are the ultimate in payment processing technology, so it’s no wonder they’re the preferred choice for thousands of small business owners all over the UK.

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Clover Flex

Clover Flex

Flex is our fully mobile POS and business management solution that puts everything you need in the palm of your hand so you can take your business to your customers.
  • 5-inch hi-res antimicrobial touchscreen display
  • Fast charging battery that lasts up to 8 hours
  • Take payments anywhere with Wi-Fi and 4G LTE
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Clover Mini

Clover Mini

Perfect for smaller spaces, the Mini packs all the power you need to run your business – whether that's as a smart and sleek payments terminal or a fully integrated POS solution.
  • 7-inch hi-res antimicrobial touchscreen display
  • Connect easily with built-in 4G LTE and WiFi capability
  • Compact, smart and customisable
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Clover Station Pro

Clover Station Pro

A one-stop shop for all your payment and management needs, the Station Pro is our fastest, most powerful all-in-one POS, with a big, versatile and easy to use display.
  • 14-inch hi-res antimicrobial touchscreen display
  • Digital receipts and one touch-tipping
  • Wide range of hardware, software and accessories
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  • Why take card payments?

    As we edge closer to a completely cashless society, accepting card payments can be key to growth and success for small businesses. Having the ability to take card payments allows you to:

    • Give your customers flexibility in ways to pay
    • Serve your customers faster and keep queues down
    • Boost your business’ credibility and keep up with your competitors
    • Enhance security by keeping less cash on the premises and reducing opportunities for fraud

Why choose Clover?

Accept all major payment types

From Chip and PIN, to contactless, to mobile wallets like Apple Pay and Google Pay, Clover POS solutions securely accept all major payment types and keep your customers happy.

Future proof your business

Get regular free cloud-based software updates to keep your business running smoothly and securely. Plus, benefit from customisable accessories and apps to drive business growth.

Gain detailed insights into your business

Enhance your business with insights and robust reporting that provide real-time insights into sales and revenue data, as well as customer trends and best-selling items.

Exceptional and continued support

Access our unrivalled UK-based support teams to help you with anything from setting up your Clover for your business needs, to support with customisation and troubleshooting.

Clover card readers

Compare our Clover card readers and discover the perfect card reader and POS solution for your business.

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A card reader reads the data on the card provided (whether it’s inserted for Chip and PIN or swiped/tapped using near-field communication). The full process can be broken down into 4 steps:

1) Authentication: The data that is embedded on the card is authenticated.

2) Verification: The merchant’s payment processor contacts the customer’s card issuer (usually a bank) to verify the card.

3) Authorisation: The card issuer then checks the funds in the cardholder’s account and authorises the payment.

4) Confirmation: Once authorised, a response is sent back to the card reader to confirm that the transaction has been approved.

Most importantly, all the above occurs in a matter of seconds!

Most modern card readers will allow you to either insert your card and then enter your PIN (Chip and PIN), or swipe/tap your card (or mobile wallet) using near-field communication contactless technology.

You may also see or hear a card reader referred to as a card machine, a card terminal, a PDQ machine, or a payment terminal.

If you would like to purchase one of our Clover card readers, or if you’d like further information about any of our products, simply contact our Sales team today.

To get a quote for any of our Clover card readers contact our Sales team today. 

If you would like to purchase one of our Clover card readers, or if you’d like further information about any of our products, simply contact our Sales team today. 

Yes. A card reader is just another name for a card machine. However, that doesn’t mean that other devices labelled card machines or card readers come as fully equipped and capable like our Clover devices.