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October 25, 2021

£100 Contactless Payments Have Arrived. Is the Limit Increase Safe for Customers and Better for Your Business?

The contactless limit is increasing to £100. Here’s why we think it’s great for your business.

Business

October 21, 2021

How we help businesses turn digital

Right now, digitalisation is crucial to growth, here’s how Pomelo Pay help businesses achieve it.

Business

October 14, 2021

A Guide to Alternative Payment Methods, and Why Your Business Needs Them

Digital wallets, cryptocurrencies and buy now pay later. Find out why alternative payments are important and what they can do for your business.

Business

October 12, 2021

“The Name’s Pay. Pomelo Pay.”

To mark the release of the new Bond film, we imagine what 007 would do with Pomelo Pay’s tools at his disposal!

Business

October 1, 2021

Why Is Cash Disappearing? And Are We Headed for a Cashless Future?

More and more shops aren't accepting cash anymore. Cash is slowly dying out, but will it disappear forever?

Spotlight Series

September 20, 2021

How All Ironed Out Ditched the Card Reader to Take Their Business Contactless

Learn about how going virtual, can bring benefits to your business like All Ironed Out.

Business

September 17, 2021

How to Increase Checkout Conversions With These 8 Simple Strategies

Customers abandon their carts for a number of reasons. Implement these simple steps to increase your conversions.

Features

September 2, 2021

New! Why our Terms & Conditions feature is important when doing business

Discover why having a clear set of Terms & Conditions is important and the benefits of adding them to your payment experience

Features

September 2, 2021

Introducing Enhanced Security for Payment Links

Discover how to protect your payments by limiting the amount of locations a payment link can be opened.

News

August 31, 2021

Pomelo Pay launches the official OpenCart plugin for merchants

Install popular payment methods with one plugin and take your business to the next level

Opinion Series

August 25, 2021

Sara Sabbagh: Why Customer Service is Key to Business Success

Head of Partnerships and Customer Success, Sara Sabbagh, discusses why customer service is key to business success in the latest opinion series.

News

August 6, 2021

New! Open Banking

Get an in-depth understanding of Open Banking and how it benefits you

News

August 2, 2021

Pomelo x Accept: We’ve made it official

We've teamed up with Accept, leading technology manufacturers for receipt printers.

Features

August 2, 2021

Update: Customer and Order Receipt printing!

Directly print customer and order receipts from the Pomelo app using Bluetooth and wifi.

Features

August 2, 2021

NEW! Order Management: get updated live when an order is placed

Explore what you can do with our new update for order management.

Opinion Series

July 23, 2021

Jee Yen Hee: The Importance of Data in Business

Data Scientist, Jee Yen Hee, discusses the importance of data for businesses in the latest Opinion Series.

Business

June 29, 2021

A Complete Guide to Unified Commerce

The future of shopping is unified commerce. But what does that mean and why should you care? We've put together this guide to help you learn more about unified commerce.

Features

June 29, 2021

Coming soon: record your cash transactions

Read all about the latest improvement to the Pomelo Pay app, which allows you to officially record your cash transactions

Features

June 23, 2021

Best Payment Link Provider: Where to Begin

What's the best payment link provider and how do you start using payment links?

Business

June 17, 2021

Should You Take Pre-authorisations or Deposits?

What's the difference between a pre-authorisation and a deposit? We put everything you need to know in this article.

Business

May 26, 2021

Why QR Codes are the Future of Hospitality

Why are QR codes the future of hospitality? It's what customers want. Find out how the hospitality industry can benefit from QR codes!

Opinion Series

May 21, 2021

Simon Verraest: The Importance of Digitalization

Co-founder, Simon Verraest, discusses the importance of digitalization in business growth

Business

May 11, 2021

The Ultimate Guide to the Different Types of Payment Methods

What is a payment method and why is it worth offering several types to your customers? In this comprehensive guide we go over all the basics to get started.

News

May 10, 2021

Partnership Announcement: Pomelo Pay and Mastercard

Pomelo Pay prepares to issue cards through Mastercard connection and boost SME offering

April 30, 2021

Top Contactless Payments Statistics for 2021

How popular are contactless payments in 2021? We put together a summary with all of the most important statistics of the year!

Spotlight Series

April 23, 2021

How This Mobile Food Business Doubled Their Orders With On the Go Payments

Tiziania, owner of mobile food business Heartmelts, doubled her orders with Pomelo Pay. Read more to find out how!

News

April 22, 2021

Podcast: A conversation about contactless payments and QR codes

Vincent Choi, CEO of Pomelo Pay joins the FinTech Magazine Podcast to talk about contactless payments, the importance of QR codes and the impact of the pandemic and Brexit for the fintech industry.

News

April 16, 2021

Pomelo Pay launches an official WooCommerce plugin for merchants

Install popular payment methods with one plugin and take your business to the next level

News

April 13, 2021

New! Add Custom Fees to your Shop

Explore how our new Custom Fees feature can bring more flexibility to your Shop

News

April 7, 2021

A Guide to the Pomelo Pay Compliance Process

Learn about our compliance and onboarding process

Business

April 7, 2021

What are NFC Mobile Payments and are They Safe?

What are NFC mobile payments? And are they safe? We look at how NFC payments work and why they are one of the most secure payment methods.

Thought Leadership

April 1, 2021

Part 2: The State of QR Code Payments in 2021

The second part of our State of QR codes report! Here we cover the future of QR code payments and how they work with Pomelo Pay

News

March 26, 2021

What the £100 Contactless Payment Limit Means for your Business

As a business owner, it’s likely you’re now wondering what the contactless limit increase could mean for your company. We put everything you need to know on one page.

Opinion Series

March 22, 2021

Andrew Doukanaris: Digital Payments in a Post-Covid World

Chairman, Andrew Doukanaris, discusses how digital payments took a big leap forward during the Coronavirus outbreak

Thought Leadership

March 19, 2021

Part 1: The State of QR Code Payments in 2021

In Part 1 of our State of QR codes report we look at how QR codes took over the world as well as the top use cases in 2021.

Features

March 16, 2021

Is Apple Pay Safe?

Apple Pay is designed to declutter your pockets and supported by all major debit and credit cards across the world. Here's what makes it secure and safe.

Features

March 16, 2021

Is Google Pay Safe?

Google Pay is one of the biggest mobile payment providers. Here are the security measures Google Pay have put in place to keep both your personal details and money safe.

Business

March 12, 2021

Why You Should Use a Payment Gateway for Your Website

What is a payment gateway? How does it help me process payments? We've answered all your questions in this short guide.

Spotlight Series

March 5, 2021

How this Business Owner Uses Pomelo Pay to Get Paid Instantly

Know that irritating feeling of having to chase a client payment for the third time? We know the feeling.

Business

February 26, 2021

What is a Payment Service Provider (PSP) and Why Should You Partner with One?

Tired of having to partner with five different payment providers? Here's why you should partner with a PSP!

Spotlight Series

February 19, 2021

How a Local Taxi Business Boosted Passenger Hires with Pomelo Pay

Read how Amran can now take card payments and manage his drivers using Pomelo Pay!

Business

February 12, 2021

How to Promote your Business Locally (14 of Our Top Tips!)

When it comes to promoting your business, going small is often better. Here are some top tips to promote your business locally.

Business

February 8, 2021

What is the Most Secure Payment Method? (We Compare 5!)

What's the most secure payment method for your company? We break down five different ones, along with the pros and cons.

Business

January 29, 2021

6 of Our Favourite Customer Loyalty Programs

Thanks to the internet, brand loyalty is now at an all-time high. Here are some of the top customer loyalty programs brands are implementing.

Features

January 22, 2021

Why Payment Links Are Key to Thriving Throughout Lockdown

With payment links, you can take payments that are safe, hygienic and convenient.

Features

January 19, 2021

Introducing Tap to Pay

Pomelo Pay introduces a revolutionary way of taking card payments for phones with their new Tap to Pay feature

Business

January 15, 2021

8 Digital Marketing Tactics for Small Businesses that Work in 2021

With the Covid pandemic and lockdown, learning how to navigate the digital world has become less of a “nice-to-have” and more of a necessity.

Features

January 8, 2021

Here's Why QR Codes are the Future of Payments

With regular UK lockdowns, small businesses need an alternative to accepting payments and doing business. QR codes are a key part of helping businesses adapt to new regulations.

Business

January 1, 2021

How Do I Pay VAT? All Your VAT Questions Answered

What is VAT? Do I need to register? How do I pay? In this post, we cover the basics so you know what to do with VAT.

Spotlight Series

December 25, 2020

How a Street Food Vendor from Kingston Market Boosted Revenue by 10% with Pomelo Pay

Read how Tom from Phoreal is growing his Vietnamese street food stall through lockdown.

News

December 22, 2020

News Flash! Pomelo Pay Introduces 0% Processing Offer

Pomelo Pay has expanded its Covid-19 proof payment support to SMEs with an unlimited processing offer.

Business

December 18, 2020

6 Festive Ideas to Promote Your Coffee Shop (that work in 2020!)

What are some ways to promote your coffee shop during the festive period that work in 2020? We've got 6!

Features

December 14, 2020

5 Reasons Why Your Business Should Be Using Payment Links

Payment links are a great solution for taking payments remotely, such as over the phone or when the customer is at home. The perfect way to keep everyone safe.

Features

December 11, 2020

Can I Take Card Payments on My Phone?

If you’re looking to take card payments with your phone, what’s the best way to do so? Here are two main ways to take payments on your phone. 📲

Business

December 4, 2020

Short Term Financing: 5 Different Options for Your Business

Every business needs access to funding. Here are 5 of the best short term financing options.

News

December 1, 2020

Try Our New Improved Online Shop

We've updated our online Shop, to make your online presence even better.

Business

November 27, 2020

Who Has the Best Business Bank Accounts for Contractors?

A contractor’s business bank account is an essential part of the working toolkit. Here's a list with some of the best business bank accounts for contractors.

Tutorials

November 20, 2020

Getting Started: How to Sell Your Products Online for Free

Selling your products online allows you to remain open and stay in business throughout lockdown.

News

November 6, 2020

Best Card Payment Machines: How to Pick the Right One for Your Business

How can you make sure to pick the best card payment machine? We explain everything you need to know in this article.

Features

October 30, 2020

Introducing Test Mode: A Faster Way to Try Us Out

Here’s Why You Should Try Us in Test Mode Today.

Business

October 30, 2020

The Business Guide to Online Payment Processing

When you first start accepting payments as a business, it’s worth familiarising yourself with a few of the payment terms.

Business

October 23, 2020

Social Media for Business: How to Get Started

Social media acts as a bridge between the offline and online world. Here's how to get started with social media marketing.

Business

October 16, 2020

Can I Accept Card Payments Online for Free?

Taking payments online is more important now than ever. Now you can get set up for free.

Business

October 9, 2020

5 Reasons Why You Should Use an mPOS (Mobile POS)?

A mobile Point of Sale (mPOS) will help you create the smoothest payment experience possible for your customers.

Business

October 2, 2020

What Are the Invoice Requirements in the UK?

What are the requirements for invoices issued in the UK? Find out here.

News

September 20, 2020

What Is Pomelo Pay and How Can It Help My Business?

Pomelo Pay is a payment provider offering a secure, simple and hassle-free way to take payments in an instant.

News

September 18, 2020

Top Ways to Get Involved With Recycle Week

What are some ways you plan on getting involved with Recycle Week?

Business

September 11, 2020

7 Tips to Help Grow Your Restaurant or Cafe Online

As the world continues to move online, here's how you can make your business digital friendly too.

Tutorials

September 4, 2020

How to Get Started With Mobile Ordering

Mobile ordering is becoming more popular than ever. Here's how to get started.

Features

September 4, 2020

QR Code Payments: What Are They and How to Accept Them

Why are QR code payments so great for your business? We explain what QR codes are, how they work and the benefits of using them.

Features

August 28, 2020

Start Accepting Pre-Orders With Pomelo Pay

With pre-orders your customers can order food and beverage online and in advance!

Business

August 21, 2020

17 Great Resources for Your Coffee Shop

Having the right resources makes managing a business a whole lot easier, especially when it comes to a fully functioning busy coffee shop.

Business

August 7, 2020

How We’re Sorting Cash Flow Issues for Small Businesses

Poor cash flow is the reason 80-90% of small businesses fail. Here’s how we're helping businesses manage cash flow.

News

July 24, 2020

Plastic Free July: Steps Towards a Greener Business

Participating in Plastic Free July is a great way to get create a greener, more sustainable business.

Features

July 17, 2020

Online Ordering Systems: What Are the Advantages of Using One?

How can you take orders and deliver your food and beverages all while maintaining a safe distance? An online ordering system.

Business

July 10, 2020

3 On the Go Payment Options for Small Businesses

If your business doesn’t have a physical location, how do you accept payments on the go? Here are 3 ways to get started.

News

July 9, 2020

Eat Out to Help Out: How Does the New Scheme Work?

Here's how Rishi Sunak's new Eat Out to Help Out scheme works.

News

July 2, 2020

Government Advice on Re-Opening Pubs and Restaurants Safely

We look at the steps you can take to re-open and stay safe during covid-19.

News

June 30, 2020

How Restaurants Are Surviving Through Covid-19

Here’s how savvy restaurants are surviving through Covid-19. Here are some of the best tips you can use.

Features

June 16, 2020

Create a Better Checkout Experience With Google Pay

Create an instant and secure checkout on your payment page with the improved Google Pay integration.

Features

June 11, 2020

Use Our Free Menu Maker to Re-Open Your Restaurant Safely

Pomelo Pay’s online menu creator will help make your restaurant safe for re-opening post-lockdown.

Features

June 8, 2020

Create Your Free Online Shop With Pomelo Pay's Shop Builder

No website? No problem! Pomelo Pay’s new improved Shop helps small businesses sell online.

Business

May 18, 2020

How the Bounce Back Loan Is Helping Small Businesses

Small businesses struggling with cash flow are still not receiving the loans they need. The government is providing help.

Features

May 7, 2020

9 Reasons to Use Pomelo Pay For Taking Card Payments

Increase efficiency and grow revenue by using the latest technology to accept payments.

Business

April 30, 2020

Obstacles Chinese Students Face When Paying Tuition Fees

In the UK, 31% of non-EU students come from China. However, many have problems paying for their courses.

Business

April 30, 2020

How Universities Can Catch Up With the Chinese Banking System

There are many challenges facing Chinese students who wish to pay university fees. Here's the solution.

News

April 21, 2020

5 Ways the UK Government Is Helping SMEs With Covid-19

We examine all the government support that is available for businesses through lockdown.

Business

April 1, 2020

Why the Best Mobile Card Reader Is Your Smartphone

As a business, accepting card payments is a must. Find out why your smartphone is your best card reader.

News

April 1, 2020

Are Card Machines Going to Disappear?

Contactless payments are increasing. Will they replace cards completely?

Business

March 31, 2020

5 Ways to Save Money on Business Transactions

Expensive transaction fees can take a large cut out of your business' profits. Find out how you can reduce your costs.

News

March 19, 2020

Why Going Cashless Is Better for the Environment

Have you ever thought about the environmental cost of your payment methods?

Tutorials

March 6, 2020

How Does Pomelo Pay Work?

Follow these simple steps and start taking payments with Pomelo Pay.