Magstrip reader on iPad 9

Crochetfrog — Sat, 20 Sep 2025 09:37:21 GMT

Hi! Recently upgraded from an iPad 6 to a 9. Magsrtip reader worked perfect on the 6. Will mot work on the 9. Says connected but will not accept any swipes. Can anyone please help? I have ordered the one with the apple lightening end.

Re: Magstrip reader on iPad 9

JK_Fiber_Art — Fri, 19 May 2023 20:09:14 GMT

Hi Crochetfrog,

Some things to check:

Does your iPad 9th Gen or iPad 9 have the latest IOS ?

If yes, have you tried to turning your iPad off and on again (similar to a reboot) ?

Next option, have you tried deleting the POS App and reinstalling it ?

Note, we had an app issue one time, we deleted it, then did a reboot and then reinstalled the app.

Last options would be contact Square's Support - they may simply suggest the same as above or have some new thoughts.

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Magstrip reader on iPad 9

Re: Magstrip reader on iPad 9