Yoco Go: FAQs
Updated over a week ago

How does the Yoco Go work?

The Yoco Go operates by using the Yoco POS App and connecting to a smartphone or tablet via bluetooth. Note: You'll also need a stable WiFi or hotspot to process transactions.


Does the card machine come with a SIM card?

No, the Yoco Go pairs with your smartphone/tablet via Bluetooth, which must be connected to stable internet.


Do I have to download the Yoco POS App to use the Yoco Go?

Yes, the Yoco POS App must first be downloaded but it's totally free and quick to install. You can sign up and complete your profile in the App, and take your business to the next level with epic sales features.


Which devices are compatible with the Yoco POS App and Yoco Go?

The Yoco POS App is compatible with Android 6 and iOS 12 (and above) smartphones and tablets:

Minimum software requirements:

For iOS:

  • iPhone 4S (and above)

  • iPod Touch

  • iPad 3 (and above)


ForAndroid:

  • Android 4.4.4 (Gingerbread) and above

  • 800x480 screen resolution and higher

  • 3G/LTE internet connectivity

  • GPS

  • Bluetooth connectivity

  • 512MB RAM or more


How long does the battery last?

The Yoco Go's battery should last a whole day of transacting on one full charge.


Can I hang it on a lanyard? Where can I get Yoco lanyards?

The Yoco online store offers a wide variety of accessories for your card machines, such as charging POS stands and pouches; and also hardware options for your business, like iPad and Tablet stands, cash drawers, and Bluetooth receipt printers.


Which cards can the Yoco Go accept?

Yoco card machines accept all major cards: Get paid with any card from VISA or Mastercard (from any bank). Enjoy the speed and safety of Tap payments with Yoco — as well as swipe, chip & PIN, and mobile payments. Learn more here.


Can I enter card numbers manually?

No, Yoco card machines can only be used for in-person card payments, where both the card and cardholder are present. See more about our terms here.


Can I use the product catalogue on the Yoco POS App?

Yes! The Yoco Go can integrate with all the features of the Yoco POS App - including creating and customising your own product catalogue, for seamless billing and checkout.

Find out more about the Yoco POS App here.


Can I create staff profiles for login?

Absolutely! You can easily create different staff profiles, and assign different permission levels for security on the Yoco POS App.

Find out more about the Yoco POS App here.


What else can the Yoco POS App do?

Processing and managing your sales is an important part of your business – but it’s far from the only important thing you’re tasked with. The good news is, the Yoco POS App can help you with multiple aspects of running a business.

1. See all your transactions in one place – cash, card, mobile, or online.

Whether they’re paying by cash, card, Apple or Google Pay, or online, all your sales are consolidated and reporting together for easy recon and management.

2. Access to Instant Payout

Take control of your cash flow and get your money in minutes with Instant Payout on the Yoco POS App. Got your phone on you? You can access Instant Payout! Open the Yoco POS App and go to ‘View Payouts’ on the home screen. Follow the prompts to get your cash in a snap.

3. Access Yoco Capital

Yoco Capital is a fast, flexible cash advance for our customers. Eligible merchants can check for Capital offers in-app, paid back via a small percentage of future transactions.

4. Keep on top of your stock and inventory

Add and manage your products, categorise them via brand and variables (like size, or flavour), to find what you need, when you need it. Find out more here. Set up low stock alerts from the Business Portal to keep on top of managing your inventory.

5. See your sales history

Keep track of your sales by viewing your entire sales history. View the details of each transaction, including the date and time, the item sold, the method of payment, and the amount of VAT paid. Here, you can also add a custom note or refund a payment.

6. Send receipts by email or SMS

Save paper and the planet by SMSing or emailing receipts. Or, if you want to kick it old school and print out an invoice, you can connect to your printer via Bluetooth. All from the App in the palm of your hand.

The Yoco online store offers a wide variety of accessories for your card machines, such as Yoco lanyards, charging stands and pouches; and also hardware options for your business, like iPad and Tablet stands and cash drawers. Visit our online store here.

7. Access live support

Help is at hand. Our (real life) support staff are standing by and ready to help you with all App-related queries via our super handy live chat feature in-app.

8. Send free Payment Links and Invoices

That’s right! Give your customers the opportunity to conveniently click to pay you (faster) online, when you create and send secure Yoco Links or professional Invoices right from the Yoco POS App, totally for free. All you pay is the standard transaction fee.


How do I do a transaction on the Yoco Go?

You'll first need to download the Yoco POS App to sign up and complete your profile with Yoco. You'll then use Bluetooth to pair your Yoco Go card machine with the device on which you downloaded the POS App. Once paired, you'll start sales from the Yoco App before passing your Yoco Go to your customers for quick and easy card payment. After that, you'll send them a digital receipt via SMS or email, and have a live record of all your sales updated in the Yoco POS App.


Find out more and buy your own Yoco Go here.

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