What is Tap to Pay?
Tap to Pay lets your team accept contactless payments directly from a phone or tablet 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.
Compatible Payment Methods
- All major credit/debit cards like Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover
- Digital Wallets like Apple Pay, Google Pay
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
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. Only Sold for
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. More information on how to purchase the card reader 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 the M2 fully before your event. With up to 28 hours of active use on a single charge, it will last well beyond a full event day without needing to plug in.
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.
⚠️Please note that the tap to pay feature is only available on mobile phones using Android or iOS. Using the M2 reader is only available on phones, tablets (using Android), and iPhone, iPads (using iOS). Neither option can be used on laptops or desktop computers.
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. |
🚨 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 ( Not available until July 20, 2026)
- Download the ClickBid Butler app from the Apple Store or Google Play Store for your device.
- Open the app and log in. The login screen looks identical to the browser-based Butler tool.
Pairing a Card Reader
- From the Butler main screen, locate the Card Reader field, this is where you pair or switch your reader.
- Tap Pair/Switch Reader to open the reader selection screen.
- Choose one of the following options:
- M2 Reader, select this if you are using a physical M2 card reader device. (Android mobile phone/tablet, or iPhone/iPad) Tap, Chip, swipe card.
- This Device (Tap to Pay), select this to use your Android or iOS phone directly as the payment device.
Adding a Card or Processing payment
- Once your device is paired, you are ready to add a card or process payment.
- To add a new card, simply tap the card against the paired device:
- If using Tap to Pay on your phone, the guest taps their card directly on the phone.
- If using an M2 Reader, the guest taps or swipes their card on the physical reader.
How do I get started?
More information will be available closer to the release date, July 20th.