Contactless payment hardware for a faster box office
Stop keying in card numbers at the window. ThunderTix event ticketing software connects to PCI compliant contactless payment terminals with tap to pay from Square and Stripe, so in person sales take a tap instead of typing and every transaction logs to your account automatically.
- PCI compliant payment terminals with tap to pay built in
- Chip cards, tap to pay, Apple Pay, and Google Pay accepted
- Works at the counter and on phones or tablets on the go
- Every sale recorded in ThunderTix automatically
Pair your device and take payments in minutes. No credit card required to try ThunderTix.
A tap beats typing sixteen digits every time
Keying a card number at the box office means typing sixteen digits, an expiration date, and a security code while a line forms behind the customer. With an integrated tap to pay device for business use, the customer taps a card or phone, the terminal handles the rest, and the sale is recorded in ThunderTix instantly.
No typos, no re-entering declined digits, no transcribing numbers from a phone screen. Shorter lines at will call mean patrons get to their seats sooner and your staff stays focused on the show, not the keypad.
Contactless payment hardware for the counter and the lobby
Choose countertop terminals for the box office window or pocket sized card readers that pair with the ThunderTix mobile apps for iOS and Android. Every device connects to the same ticketing system, so hardware sales and online sales live in one platform.
Countertop terminals for the box officeConnect to your ThunderTix web account over Wi-Fi or Ethernet
Square Terminal
A sleek all-in-one payment terminal that connects via Wi-Fi or Ethernet to your ThunderTix web account. Accepts chip cards, tap to pay, and mobile wallets like Apple Pay and Google Pay with no extra hardware.
Stripe S700 and BBPOS WisePOS E
Powerful countertop terminals for chip and tap payments connected through Stripe. The S700 is Stripe’s flagship smart terminal with a large touchscreen, and the WisePOS E is a proven workhorse. Both are ideal for venues that want a robust window solution with PCI compliant security built in.
Mobile card readers for ticket sales on the goBluetooth readers that pair with the ThunderTix apps for iOS and Android for ticket sales. To sell merchandise and concessions or use the full box office feature set, pair a countertop terminal with the web app.
Square Contactless Card Reader
Compact and Bluetooth enabled, the Square contactless reader pairs with the ThunderTix mobile apps to accept tap cards and mobile wallets using a phone or tablet. Perfect for Square contactless payments in the lobby or at the door.
Stripe M2 or BBPOS Chipper 2X BT
Pocket sized Bluetooth card readers that pair with the ThunderTix mobile apps for fast, secure cell phone credit card processing through Stripe, anywhere in the venue.
PCI compliance is built in, not bolted on
Every supported device is a PCI compliant payment terminal, and all transactions process through Stripe or Square. Card data goes from the terminal to the processor with end to end encryption, so your venue never handles or stores sensitive card numbers.
Setup is fast: order your device directly from Square or Stripe, pair it with ThunderTix, and you are accepting payments within minutes.
The whole box office is contactless
Tap to pay is one piece of a fully contactless flow. Patrons buy online or tap at the window, receive contactless event tickets by email, and present them on a phone for barcode scanning at the door. No cash handling, no paper unless you want it, and faster entry on show night with electronic tickets.
Payment hardware FAQs
Are the payment terminals PCI compliant?
Yes. All supported devices are PCI compliant payment terminals with tap to pay. Transactions process through Stripe or Square with end to end encryption, so your venue never touches or stores card numbers.
Which card readers support both swiping and tapping?
The Square Terminal, Stripe S700, Stripe BBPOS WisePOS E, Stripe M2, and BBPOS Chipper 2X BT all accept swiped, chip, and tap payments. The compact Square Contactless Card Reader accepts chip and tap.
Can I accept Apple Pay and Google Pay at the box office?
Yes. Every supported terminal and reader accepts mobile wallets, so patrons can pay with Apple Pay or Google Pay by tapping a phone or watch, no physical card needed.
Does ThunderTix work with Square contactless payments?
Yes. ThunderTix integrates the Square Terminal for the box office window and the Square Contactless Card Reader for mobile sales. Both connect to your Square account, and every sale logs to ThunderTix automatically.
Can I process credit cards on a cell phone?
Yes. The ThunderTix mobile apps for iOS and Android pair with Bluetooth card readers from Square and Stripe, turning any phone or tablet into a point of sale for ticket sales. Merchandise and concessions are sold through the web based box office, where countertop terminals handle payment.
Do I buy the hardware from ThunderTix?
No. Order devices directly from Square or Stripe, whichever processor you use with the ThunderTix ticketing platform. Once it arrives, pair it with your account and you are ready to accept payments in minutes.
Make the line move
Pair a tap to pay terminal with ThunderTix and see how fast box office checkout can be. Try the full event ticketing platform free.
More ThunderTix features
Box office sales
Fast in person sales with cash, card, and gift card payments.
Barcode scanning
Scan tickets at the door from a phone or dedicated scanner.
Electronic tickets
Contactless PDF tickets delivered instantly by email.
Payment gateways
Six compatible gateways with nightly deposits to your account.
Sell tickets with Square
Use your Square account for online and in person ticket sales.
Sell tickets with Stripe
Connect Stripe for online sales and integrated terminals.