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Accept Payments with Square

Let clients pay invoices and booking confirmations through Square.

Square lets clients pay directly from an invoice or booking confirmation. When payment clears, Fotello marks the invoice paid and logs the transaction.

Pricing

Square charges these transaction fees. Fotello does not charge these fees.

Square plan
Transaction fee

Square Free

3.3% + 30¢

Square Plus or Premium

2.9% + 30¢

Before you start

  • Have an active Square account.

  • Be the Fotello account owner or an administrator.

Connect Square

  1. In Fotello, select Apps in the left sidebar.

  2. Find Square and select Connect.

  3. Sign in to Square and select your payment location.

  4. Authorize the connection.

Square is now available as an invoice payment method.

How payments work

Clients receive a secure Square payment link with an invoice or booking confirmation. They do not need a Square account.

Accepted cards

Clients can use Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Apple Pay. Square checkout also supports optional tips.

Receive funds

Square deposits funds on its standard payout schedule. Fotello marks an invoice paid when payment clears.

Pay multiple invoices

Brokerages can settle multiple open invoices through one Square checkout. This helps busy agents pay in bulk.

Review transaction records

Fotello logs card details and receipts in the Transactions tab after payment clears.

Frequently asked questions

Do clients need a Square account?

No. They can pay from the secure link with a major card or Apple Pay.

When will I receive funds?

Square uses its standard payout schedule. Most Square plans deposit funds by the next business day. Check Square settings for your timing.

Can clients tip?

Yes. Square checkout includes an optional tip field.

Can I disconnect Square?

Yes. Go to Apps, find Square, then select Disconnect. Existing Square payments remain unchanged.

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