Is it possible to have debit cards run as credit cards so no pin number is necessary?

[ChrisB]

Is it possible to have debit cards run as credit cards so no pin number is necessary?

[VanKalkerFarms]

In the US that is how it works, but since you're, asking I'm assuming you're in Canada and then no the debit cards need to be run as a contacless tap payment (and you'll want to as the fees are lower).

[ChrisB]

Thanks, I am in the US. The system we currently use  (no chip reader or touch pay) was set up that way. I have not bought any Square hardware yet, so I wasn't sure. I have  only downloaded program and playing with it to make sure it will do what we need. So far it looks perfect!

[VanKalkerFarms]

Well then, Square will run the debit cards just like credit cards in the US so you should be good.

[Russell]

Thanks @VanKalkerFarms - that's right, in the US debit cards are often processed like credit cards (keep in mind, this will only work for debit cards with a Visa or Mastercard symbol).