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Square Reader for magstripe specs

Connectivity	Headphone jack Headphone jack 3.5mm Lightning Lightning connector iPhone and iPad only USB-C USB-C Apple or Android devices
Compatibility	Square Reader for magstripe device compatibility Square Reader for magstripe requires iOS 15.0+ or Android 7.0+. Plug it into your phone or tablet and use any Square POS app to take payments. Check your specific device Using the headset jack you can also plug Square Reader for magstripe into your MacBook and Chromebook computer and take payments with Square Virtual Terminal.
Dimensions	Square Reader for magstripe dimensions and measurements Square Reader for magstripe dimensions (Lightning): Height: 1.58 in. (40 mm) Width: 1.06 in. (27 mm) Depth: 0.3 in. (8 mm) Square Reader for magstripe dimensions (headset jack): Height: 1.76 in. (45 mm) Width: 1.06 in. (27 mm) Depth: .3 in. (8 mm)
In the box	In the box Square Reader for magstripe
Accepts	Square Reader payment types accepted Magstripe
Processing fees	Square Reader for magstripe processing fees 2.6% + 10 cents Per swipe. No monthly fees or long-term commitments. Custom rates available for businesses that process $250k+ annually. Contact sales to talk about custom rates Learn more about payments
Software	Square reader for magstripe software compatibility Free, powerful software to run any business. Square has a variety of POS options to best support you and your unique business needs. Square Reader for magstripe supports all Square point of sale solutions. Learn about Square point of sale options
Power modes	No charging needed
Color	White
Materials	Plastic
Weight	USB-C .254 oz. (7.2g) Lightning and headset jack .23 oz. (7g)
Accessories	Square Reader for magstripe is compatible with a wide range of third-party hardware accessories, like receipt printers, scales, and barcode scanners. Shop accessories for Square Reader for magstripe See all accessories you can connect to Square hardware
Support	Square Reader for magstripe is covered by a six months limited warranty. Plus, you can get free help from our customer support team during business hours. Access the Square Reader guide for handy tutorial videos and common troubleshooting steps, or get in touch with our product specialists.

Square Reader for magstripe with Lightning and headset jack

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