MineSec Pay 7 User Guide
This guide explains how to deploy, configure and operate MineSec Pay 7, the SoftPOS app that turns Android phones, tablets and desktop POS terminals into secure contactless payment terminals, with no dedicated payment hardware.
It is written for Payment Service Providers (PSPs), acquirers, partners and operations teams who deploy and manage the SoftPOS service and merchant network.
What the guide covers
| Component | Used by | What you do with it |
|---|---|---|
| MineSec Pay 7 app | Merchants, on the device | Activate the terminal, take payments (Sale, Pre-Auth, Refund), settle batches and configure the app. |
| TMS Portal | PSPs, acquirers and admins | Manage merchants, monitor transactions and settlement, configure geofences and acquirer profiles. |
Before you begin
Check these before you activate a device. They prevent the most common onboarding issues.
- NFC-enabled device. The device supports NFC and NFC is turned on.
- Internet connection. Stable Wi-Fi or mobile data is available.
- Merchant profile activated. The merchant account has been created and activated in the TMS Portal.
- Activation code received. A valid activation code or QR code has been generated.
- Battery above 20%. Enough charge to finish activation and initial setup.
The app runs on Android 10 or above with NFC. See the FAQ for the full device requirements.
Major features
| Feature | What it does |
|---|---|
| Sale | A basic point-of-sale transaction. |
| Pre-Auth | Reserve funds on a customer card before final completion. |
| History | View transaction records, reissue receipts, refund and void. |
| Settlement | Run settlement and review batch status and details. |
| Refund | Full or partial refunds for completed transactions, based on merchant permissions. |
| Card Payment | Accept contactless cards and mobile wallets over NFC. |
| Merchant QR | Show a QR code for the customer to scan and pay. |
| Consumer QR | Scan the QR code the customer presents. |
| Settings | Account, app, terminal information and operating parameters. |