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💳Tap to Pay Now Live

Starting July 20, 2026, ClickBid is introducing a new feature, Tap to Pay! Available through the new BidKit Payments mobile app and compatible with Stripe's M2 card readers.

What is Tap to Pay?

Tap to Pay lets your team accept contactless payments directly from an NFC enabled phone using the BidKit Payments app. No card reader, no cords, and no extra equipment needed. Your guest simply taps their card or phone to your device and the payment uploading is done in seconds. Using a device that doesn't have NFC available, read below to learn about the hardware tap, chip and swipe reader.

  • All major credit/debit cards like Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover
  • Digital Wallets like Apple Pay, Google Pay

 💡Tap to Pay works on both Android and iOS devices through the BidKid Payments app. It uses NFC (Near Field Communication), which is what lets your phone communicate wirelessly at close range. Most modern smartphones support NFC, but older or budget devices may not. Before getting started, make sure NFC is enabled on your device. If Tap to Pay isn't working, this is the first thing to check. 

Set Up Requirements

  • The BidKit Payments mobile app is installed on an iOS or Android device only.
    • Laptops and Desktop computers are not supported.
  • An internet connection to process payments

Direct Link to Install the Bidkit Payments App on Your Device 

Tap here to Download on iPhone/iPad

Tap here to Download with android phone/tablet on the Google Play Store

Compatible Payment Methods

What is the Stripe M2 Card Reader? (Optional)

The M2 is a compact, battery-powered Bluetooth card reader made by Stripe. It pairs with the BidKit Payments app on iOS or Android and gives your team the ability to accept tap, chip, and swipe payments from a single dedicated device. It is about the size of a deck of cards and weighs just under 3 ounces, making it easy to carry during an event. 

Transaction Types on the M2 Card Reader

  • Tap to Pay for physical cards, contactless cards and digital wallets
  • Chip cards (EMV)
  • Magnetic stripe swipe

How Do I Purchase a M2 Card Reader? 

M2 Card Readers are available for purchase directly through Stripe for an individual price of $59 + shipping & tax (where applicable). You will be able to purchase the device in the software under Software Settings>Auction Settings>Payment Settings. The date for this is coming soon. 

M2 Card Reader Specifications

Connectivity Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
Compatible devices iOS and Android only
Battery life Up to 28 hours of active use
Standby time Up to 42 hours
Charge time Approximately 2 hours
Charging connection USB-C
Weight 85g (approximately 3 oz)
Security End-to-end encryption, P2PE ready
Availability United States only

 

⚠️  Charge your M2 reader fully before your event day and check the battery level before your event starts. If you have more than one M2 reader, make sure the serial number on the back of the reader matches the one you are pairing with in the BidKit Payments app. 

Download the BidKit Payments app and pair the M2 to your device ahead of time so you know everything is working, you don't want to be troubleshooting at the door. 

 How is my payment data protected?

With both Tap to Pay and the M2 card reader, payment data is encrypted the moment a card is tapped or inserted and sent directly to Stripe. It never passes through your phone, your tablet, or ClickBid's software. Your guests' card information is never visible to you, your staff, or ClickBid. Tap to Pay and the M2 card reader are PCI Compliant and data is handled with leading security measures.

⚠️The M2 reader supports tap, chip, and swipe payments on both iPads and Android tablets. Keep in mind that the Tap to Pay option (using your device directly as the reader, without the M2) is only available on phones, not tablets, since most tablets do not support the NFC technology that Tap to Pay requires.

Which option is right for my team?

Both options work great. The right choice depends on how your team operates at events.

Tap to Pay (via App) M2 Card Reader
Extra hardware needed Mobile Phones (iOS or Android) M2 card reader (purchase required) & Mobile Phones Using Andriod or iOS, Tablets (Android), iPads device (iOS) with App. 
Accepts contactless/tap Yes- Mobile phones using Android & iOS Yes- Mobile Phones using Android & iOS, Tablets using Android, & iPads
Accepts chip cards No Yes
Accepts swipe No Yes
Best For Teams that want zero extra hardware and guests who primarily use contactless payments Teams that want to accept every card type and want a dedicated payment device
Can be used in US, Canada, & Australia? Yes No-United States Only.

📱 Compatible Devices for the M2 Card Reader

The M2 card reader connects to your device over Bluetooth and handles all payment processing on its own, so your phone or tablet just needs to run the BidKit Payments app.

iPads Any iPad running iPadOS 17 or later is compatible. This includes the iPad Air (M3 or later), iPad Mini (6th generation or later), iPad Pro (M3 or later), and standard iPad (10th generation or later).

Android Tablets Any Android tablet running Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later works with the M2 reader. This includes popular options like the Samsung Galaxy Tab series and Google Pixel Tablet.

ℹ️ Not sure which version your device is running? Check your device settings under General > About (iPad) or Settings > About Phone (Android) to confirm your operating system version.

🚨 The screenshots below show what the Tap to Pay process looks like on a mobile device using Android or iOS. Note that button labels and design elements are subject to change as the feature is finalized. 

Getting Started 

On Apple

  1. From the Apple App Store look for BidKit Payments App (or tap this link on the device you would like to use).
  2. Tap Install to download the app to your phone.
  3. When installation is complete, you will see the BidKit Payments icon on your home screen.


On Android

  1. From the Google Play Store locate BidKit Payments app (or tap this link on the device you would like to use).
  2. Tap Install to download the app to your phone
  3. Once installed, open BidKit Payments app.

 

🔑 Step 2: Log In to BidKit Payments

  1. Open the BidKit Payments app.
  2. Log in using your email & password for the Event.
  3. Enter your event keyword when prompted.
  4. You will land on your event's butler main screen inside the app.

🔗 Step 3: Pair Your Payment Method

From the Butler main screen, locate the Card Reader field. Tap the Connect icon to open the reader selection screen, then choose one of the following:

Option A: Pair the M2 Card Reader
  1. Press and hold the button on the side of the M2 reader until the lights on the front start blinking and you hear a double beep. The lights will scroll back and forth, this means the reader is in pairing mode.
  2. In the BidKit Payments app, tap the wavelength icon in the top right corner of the screen.
      
  3. Tap Scan for Readers.
  4. Select M2 Reader from the list.
  5. When your M2 reader appears in the list, tap it to connect.
  6. Once connected, the icon in the top right will turn green.

💡To confirm you have the right reader paired, tap the green icon and check the serial number shown in the app. Flip the M2 reader over and find the serial number on the back, the last four digits should match. At a busy event with multiple readers, always verify the serial numbers match before you start processing cards. Consider labeling each reader with its last four digits for easy identification.

Option B: Set Up Tap to Pay

  1. From the reader selection screen, tap This Device (Tap to Pay).
  2. Wait for the status to show Ready.

ℹ️ Tap to Pay is available on both Android and iOS phones. It is not available on tablets as most tablets do not support NFC.

💳 Step 4: Check In a Bidder and Save a Card

Using the M2 Reader (iOS and Android)
  1. From the main screen, search for the bidder by last name and tap their record to open it.
  2. Confirm their first name, last name, and phone number.
  3. Locate the Card field. If no card is on file it will say None. Tap the down arrow next to it.
  4. This will slide you to the bottom of the screen where you will see the Use Card Reader button.
  5. Tap Use Card Reader. The M2 reader's light will turn on and the screen will prompt the bidder to tap or insert their card.
  6. The bidder taps or inserts their card on the reader.
  7. When the card is saved successfully, you will see a confirmation with the last four digits of the card number.
  8. Tap Complete to finish check-in. A welcome text message will be sent to the bidder automatically.
Using Tap to Pay (Android and iOS)
  1. After opening the event in the app, tap the wavelength icon in the top right corner.
      
  2. Tap Tap to Pay and wait for the status to show Ready.
  3. Search for the bidder by last name and open their record.
  4. Tap the down arrow next to the Card field and tap Use Card Reader.
  5. Hold the bidder's card behind your Android or iOS phone when prompted.
  6. The card will be read and saved.
  7. Tap Complete to finish.

ℹ️ No zip code or CVV is required when using the M2 reader or Tap to Pay. It is simply tap or insert, save, and complete.

✏️ Step 5: Manually Enter a Credit Card

If you need to type in a card number instead of using the reader:

  1. Open the bidder's record in the app.
  2. Tap Add Credit Card.
  3. Enter the card number, expiration date, security code, and zip code.
  4. Tap Complete.

💳 How to Check Out a Bidder

Once a bidder is ready to pay, you can collect their card and complete checkout all from within the BidKit Payments app.

🪪 Step 1: Add a Card

When you open a bidder's record and scroll to the checkout section, you will see the total amount due and a Payment Type dropdown. Confirm Credit Card is selected, then choose how you want to collect the card.

Option A: Use the M2 Card Reader
  1. Tap Use Card Reader.
  2. The M2 reader will light up and prompt the bidder to tap or insert their card.
  3. The bidder taps or inserts their card on the reader.
  4. Once saved, you will see the card's last four digits confirmed on screen.
Option B: Use Tap to Pay (Android)
  1. Tap Use Card Reader.
  2. When prompted, hold the bidder's card behind your Android phone.
  3. The card will be read and saved automatically.
Option C: Enter a Card Manually
  1. Tap Add Credit Card.
  2. Enter the card number, expiration date, security code, and zip code.
  3. The card will be saved to the bidder's record.

💡 If the bidder already has a card on file, it will display next to Card on File. You can proceed directly to checkout without re-entering their card.

✅ Step 2: Collect Payment and Complete Checkout

Once a card is on file, you are ready to charge the bidder and complete their checkout.

  1. Tap Collect Payment on Card Reader to charge the card on file.
  2. Review the total with the bidder and confirm everything looks correct.
  3. Tap Complete Checkout to finalize the transaction.
  4. A confirmation and welcome text message will be sent to the bidder automatically.

⚠️ Tapping Complete Checkout processes the payment immediately. Make sure the correct bidder record is open and the total is accurate before confirming.

💡 If you need to stop before completing, tap Cancel to exit without processing the payment.