How do I connect my Square Stand?

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KioskBuddy automatically detects your Square Stand. Once your iPad is plugged into the Square Stand, it should be automatically detected by KioskBuddy, so there is no action required on your part.

Sometimes KioskBuddy may have issues detecting your stand. Here are some common resolutions to troubleshoot your KioskBuddy connection:

  1. Restart your Square Stand

  2. Unplug the Square Stand from the outlet and then plug it back in

  3. Remove the iPad from the Square Stand and then plug it back in

  4. Force quit the KioskBuddy app and open it again

KioskBuddy supports all models of the Square Stand listed below:

To confirm your connection, refer to the corresponding section for your Square Stand model.

KioskBuddy Connection to Square Stand (2nd generation) or Square Kiosk

If you are using a Square Stand (2nd generation) or Square Kiosk, from the "Connect to Square Chip Reader" section, you should see a ready message for your Square Stand.

KioskBuddy Connection to Square Stand (1st generation)

If you are using the Square Stand (1st generation), here is how you can confirm your KioskBuddy connection, from the "Connect to a Square Chip Reader" section, you should see a ready message for your Square Stand and Contactless and Chip Reader.