thread Re: How do I get a free magstripe card reader? in Archived Discussions (Read Only)

How do I get a free magstripe card reader?

LaFamilia — Tue, 19 Apr 2016 21:21:24 GMT

I was giving a Free reader after filling out my information and it showed me a list of stores to get one but how to I get it free at a store? Do I need to wait for a email with a code?

Re: How do I get a free magstripe card reader?

George — Tue, 19 Oct 2021 22:43:00 GMT

We'd love to get a free card reader in your hands! If you're new and haven't ordered a free reader yet you can get a Square reader from a retail location near you. The $10 you spend on a magstripe reader will be reimbursed as a $10 credit to your account when you redeem a code after purchase.

If you don't need the reader right away, you can also order one from your online dashboard or the app and it will arrive within 10 days. For step-by-steps, visit this Support Center article.

Hope that helps!

Update 2018: If you've already signed up for Square and received one free magstripe reader, you can order additional magstripe readers for $10.

Re: How do I get a free magstripe card reader?

Ozyenidunya — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 19:29:47 GMT

Hello can you send to me cheap reader for free

Wheres my square reader?

Prbysarahking — Thu, 21 Apr 2016 03:43:09 GMT

I ordered my reader on 4/14/16. It says on the website it shipped 4/16/16. I got the confirmation email saying it shipped. When I log on tot he dashboard it says it shipped and no tracking info is there. Then it says if tracking info is not there to check back in 24 to 48 hours. Well it has been 4 days since it shipped and still no tracking info. Help???

Re: Wheres my square reader?

George — Thu, 21 Apr 2016 17:22:29 GMT

The reader can take up to 10 days to arrive, so we haven't met that threshold yet.

But if you need a reader immediately, see the info above!

Re: How do I get a free magstripe card reader?

Prbysarahking — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 19:30:03 GMT

Okay but you didn't answer my question. Why is the tracking info not showing up like it says it will? I gave it more than 48 hours like it says and still no tracking info. Can I get my tracking number please???

Re: How do I get a free magstripe card reader?

Janinesimmons — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 19:29:29 GMT

I signed up in Dec 2015. I'm not sure why but I never received a card reader. Will someone contact me and let me know what I need to do to receive one? My email is [PERSONAL INFO REDACTED]. Thanks Janine

Re: How do I get a free magstripe card reader?

George — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 19:29:11 GMT

Sorry you didn't get your reader earlier!

Of course, we'd love to get you up and running with Square. Please see the info above for ordering a reader in your Dashboard, or for immediate use, purchasing one from a retail location.

Re: How do I get a free magstripe card reader?

kramerju — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 19:28:50 GMT

I lost my Reader (dog really did eat or hide it). Can I get a new one?

Again, how do I get another Reader? Mine was lost.

Re: How do I get a free magstripe card reader?

512PT — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 19:30:52 GMT

If I'd like to start using a square reader asap, can I buy one at the store and get re-imbursed?

Re: How do I get a free magstripe card reader?

Spenser — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 19:31:13 GMT

Yep! Check out the steps George provided in this post.

Re: How do I get a free magstripe card reader?

Metrocab — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 19:28:15 GMT

Which store carries the Square Reader? All I want is the "reader"! Square never sent me a stupid "reader!"

Re: How do I get a free magstripe card reader?

Sean — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 19:30:34 GMT

@Metrocab - We have a ton of retail partners! Just check by entering your zip code on our store locator site. 🙂

Re: How do I get a free magstripe card reader?

Susiebabak — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 19:31:32 GMT

I need a new reader by Monday!!!

How do I express deliver a new square?... I need it by next Thursday

Re: How do I get a free magstripe card reader?

Russell — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 19:34:10 GMT

Hi @Susiebabak -

I moved your post to this thread where other sellers also had questions about getting a free magstripe reader.

We don't have an express shipping for these, they take around 10 days to arrive by USPS. If you need one right away, you can buy one from a store for $10 and we'll credit your account $10. You can find a store near you using our store locator.

Re: How do I get a free magstripe card reader?

Info1 — Fri, 15 Sep 2017 18:16:01 GMT

I had the same question, I went to your website, entered the code from the documentation that came with the sqaure rader, logged in as prompeted, and then - is that all you need to do? There was no notice that anything had gone through, and I could not see any place to look for notification from teh drop-down menu. When I tried again, I did get a message that I was not authorized - so I assume that means just entering the code and logging in takes care of it?

Re: How do I get a free magstripe card reader?

Russell — Sun, 17 Sep 2017 19:38:30 GMT

Hi @Info1 -

You should have seen a confirmation when redeeming the code online and you should be able to see the $10.00 in your deposits from your Dashboard online. If you don't see the $10.00 from your Dashboard, please contact our Support Team by email.

Re: How do I get a free magstripe card reader?

Info1 — Mon, 18 Sep 2017 00:12:29 GMT

Thank you. I didn't see a confirmation right away, but eventually did get an email notice that the $10 was being depoaited in the account.

Re: Wheres my square reader?

Clayhabitat — Mon, 25 Sep 2017 03:15:45 GMT

I ordered my reader 10 days ago. I got one email saying the order is being processed. Nothing since 9/15.

Re: Wheres my square reader?

Russell — Mon, 25 Sep 2017 18:43:59 GMT

Hi @Clayhabitat - I'm sorry to hear you did not receive the free Magstripe reader within 10 days.

You can re-order from the Square Shop - they should arrive in around 10 days by USPS. If you need one right away, you can buy one from a store for $10 and we'll credit your account $10. Find a store using our store locator.