Overview: A Step-by-Step Workflow for Activating Payment Processing with register #

Stripe is the credit card processor used with register by ability business for secure, real-time payments. Before you can start accepting in-person card payments, you’ll need to create a Stripe account and order a compatible PIN pad. Once the device arrives, a register onboarding specialist will guide you through connecting Stripe and pairing your PIN pad to register.

This guide provides a simple, repeatable process to get fully payment-ready.

Stripe Features and Benefits #

A properly activated Stripe account ensures you can:

• Accept chip, swipe, tap, and PIN-based payments
  
• Sync payments through register’s integration & real-time sync with QuickBooks Online
  
• Avoid manual reconciliation or mismatched transactions
  
• Maintain PCI compliance with approved terminals

Stripe is register’s preferred processor for integrated in-store payments and works seamlessly once a Stripe account is created, pin-pad ordered, and both linked to register by Ability Support.

Integrated Stripe Processing Fees & Device #

Stripe’s processing fees are straightforward and built for transparency, giving register users a clear understanding of their payment costs. Card-present transactions are charged at Stripe’s standard flat rate, while online or manually entered payments use a slightly higher fee structure. When paired with register, Stripe-certified card readers provide fast and secure EMV and contactless payments, ensuring every transaction syncs cleanly into your workflow. Stripe’s hardware integrates seamlessly with register to keep checkout quick, consistent, and dependable.

Stripe Payment Processing	Card Reader Device
2.7% + $0.05 per transaction	WisePOS Reader  $249

10-Step Setup & Ordering Workflow: #

Follow this 10-step process to implement Stripe’s credit card payments.

1. Log into your register admin panel #

Visit https://app.abilityregister.com and select your organization.

Select the payment accounts tab.

Choose ‘manage your payments account’ -> Connect to stripe -> Complete stripe onboarding

Here you can enter your email address.

2. Verify Your Email #

Stripe will send a verification message to your email.

Click the link to confirm and continue setup.

3. Activate Your Account #

Log in to your new Stripe account.

Click the Activate your account banner at the top of the dashboard.

4. Enter Business Details #

Provide all required information, including:

• Legal business name, EIN or SSN
  
• Business address and phone
  
• Bank account info for Stripe payouts
  
• Industry type and product description
  
• Website (or product description if no website)
  

5. Submit Activation #

Click Submit when all fields are complete.

Stripe usually activates accounts within minutes, though some cases may take up to 24 hours.

6. Order Your PIN Pad #

Once your Stripe account is active, go to:
https://stripe.com/terminal/devices

Select register’s recommended model:

• BBPOS WisePOS E terminal
• Battery charging dock (at bottom of page)

Click Buy now to place your order through Stripe’s approved distributor.

7. Complete Your PIN Pad Order #

Create a distributor account using the same email as your Stripe login.

Enter your shipping address, billing info, and submit your order.

Allow 2–5 business days for delivery.

8. Wait for Terminal Delivery #

Once you receive your pin pad you can choose to set it up via our online portal or Schedule an appointment with support to help you link the pin pad to register.

9a. Connect your Pin Pad #

-Connect reader to the network and download updates

• Turn on reader by holding the power button
• Select Your Language
• Select Your Country
• Select a secure Wifi Network ( and give your password )
• Press continue after you have successfully connected at least one network
• The pin pad will download updates from stripe, this typically takes a while and the pin pad will go to a rainbow screen with the stripe logo after it is done.

-Navigate to the reader management area of register

• Open https://app.abilityregister.com/management
• Log in to your account.
• Select ‘View Organization’ on your company file of choice
• Click ‘Payment Accounts’ from the top navigation tabs
• Select ‘Manage Readers’
• Click ‘Connect New Reader’

-Get your Registration Key from the Stripe Reader

• Swipe right from the far edge to pull up the menu
• Select ‘Device Settings’ and enter the default admin pin ‘07139’
• Select ‘Generate pairing code’
• Enter this key phrase into the “Registration Key” box in the register admin site
• You may give the reader a useful nickname if you plan to ever have more than one reader.
• Hit ‘Connect’
• Your reader should appear in the list of connected readers.

-Ensure your reader is linked to a workstation

• In your register app hit Menu and select settings
• Find the ‘Set default reader’ panel and if needed Hit Edit and change the current reader to the one you want.
• On sales, now you should see the Credit button enabled on the payments screen.

9b. Schedule Your register Onboarding with Ability Support #

Once your terminal arrives, schedule your register onboarding session by clicking this link and scheduling the best day and time to be onboarded:

During your session, Ability Support will:

• Link your Stripe account to register
  
• Pair and test your BBPOS WisePOS E
  
• Confirm successful in-person payment functionality

Your onboarding specialist will walk you through:

• Securely registering your PIN pad
  
• Performing a test transaction
  
• Ensuring QuickBooks Online sync accuracy

10. Complete #

Once this workflow is completed, you will be ready to accept in-person credit card payments through register.

Summary: Stripe & PIN Pad Workflow Snapshot #

1. Visit Stripe.com | Begin account setup
   
2. Verify Email | Confirm your identity
   
3. Activate Account | Access dashboard and start setup
   
4. Enter Business Details | Add EIN, bank info, support contacts
   
5. Submit for Activation | Stripe processes your application
   
6. Order PIN Pad | Click here for Stripe Terminal Hardware
   
7. Complete Purchase | Order BBPOS WisePOS E with charging dock
   
8. Receive Terminal | Wait for delivery, do not self-pair
   
9. Schedule Onboarding |  Click to book your session with Ability Support
   
10. Confirm GO-LIVE functionality | Link Stripe & PIN Pad with register & test
    

Why It Matters: Features & Benefits Recap #

Real-Time Payment Integration
Linking Stripe to register eliminates manual entry and keeps financials clean.

Seamless QuickBooks Sync
Every transaction maps automatically to the correct accounts.

Trusted Hardware
The BBPOS WisePOS E is secure, easy to use, and approved for in-store sales.

Professional Customer Experience
Provide fast, secure, and modern payment options for every customer.

Final Thoughts #

Setting up Stripe and ordering your terminal is a one-time process that unlocks fast, reliable payment processing. Follow this 10-step workflow and schedule your register onboarding as soon as your reader arrives. You’ll be up and running with integrated payments and full sync to QuickBooks Online in no time.