Elevate your physical store's payment experience with the PayMongo In-Store QR Ph Standee. This convenient solution allows your customers to pay quickly and easily by simply scanning a QR code with their banking apps or e-wallets. This article will guide you on how to activate and utilize your In-Store QR Ph Dashboard, understand payment notifications, and effectively display your QR Ph code to maximize sales in your physical store.
Prerequisites for Using In-Store QR Ph
To begin accepting payments via the PayMongo In-Store QR Ph Standee, ensure you have:
An activated PayMongo account.
Account Owner Access: The In-store QR Ph Dashboard is only accessible to the account owner of a PayMongo account.
A mobile number to receive SMS notifications for successful transactions (can be a dedicated store number or from your accounting/operations team).
Getting Started with Your In-Store QR Ph Dashboard
The In-store QR Ph Dashboard is your central tool for managing in-person QR Ph payments.
Requesting QR Ph Activation
To activate the In-store QR Ph feature for your account, you will need to request activation from PayMongo. This is the first step to access the dedicated dashboard.
Navigating the Dashboard
Once activated, you can access the In-Store QR Ph module from the sidebar of your PayMongo Dashboard. Here, you can:
View All QR Ph Codes: See a list of all your created QR Ph codes.
Create New QR Ph Codes: Generate new static QR codes for different locations or purposes.
Manage & View Details: Access detailed information about each QR Ph code, including its QR ID, internal notes, and associated mobile number for SMS notifications.
Download QR Ph Standee Images: Get digital copies of your QR Ph standees for printing or digital display.
Creating an In-Store QR Ph Code
Follow these steps to generate a static QR Ph code from your dashboard:
From the In-Store QR Ph module, click "Create QR Ph Code."
Provide a mobile number for SMS notifications: This is crucial for receiving instant alerts about successful transactions. You can nominate a dedicated store number or a number from your accounting/operations team.
Add an internal note (optional): This note is only visible to you on the dashboard and helps distinguish payments if you have multiple QR codes (e.g., "Cashier 1," "Main Entrance").
After submission, you can download the QR Ph standee image directly from the QR Code Details page.
Notification of Successful Payments
You will be notified of successful In-store QR Ph payments through two primary methods:
SMS Notification:
If a valid mobile number was nominated when creating your QR Ph code, you will receive an SMS for each successful transaction.
The SMS includes: payment amount, payment method (QRPH), In-store QR ID (a shortened ID for dashboard search), payment date and time, and the InstaPay reference number.
Ensure your phone has a proper signal to receive these notifications.
PayMongo Dashboard:
All successful payments are reflected in the Payments module of your PayMongo dashboard in real-time.
You can search for payments associated with a specific QR Ph code using its QR ID (found in the payment description or on the QR Ph Code details page).
Clicking on a specific payment will show detailed information, including the QR ID reference and the Provider ID: InstaPay reference number, which is a standard reference across QR Ph banks and e-wallets, visible to both you and the customer.
Displaying Your In-Store QR Ph Code
Effectively displaying your In-store QR Ph code is essential for customer convenience and successful transactions.
Size and Color Guidelines
Minimum QR Code Size: If printing smaller than the 5x7 inch template, the QR code itself must be at least 2.5 x 2.5 inches (approx. 6.35 x 6.35 cm) to ensure scannability.
Color & Shape: The QR Ph code should always be colored and square-shaped. Avoid stretching or distorting the code.
Testing: Always test the printed QR Ph code with various banking apps/e-wallets before displaying it.
Layout Recommendations
Clarity: Your Business's Trade Name or Store Name and the QR Ph logo must be clearly visible alongside the QR Ph code.
Logo Size: The QR Ph logo should not appear visibly smaller than other logos on your standee.
Automatic Layout: When downloaded from the PayMongo dashboard, the layout is automatically set according to Bancnet standards for QR Ph standees. Editing this layout for printed standees is not recommended as it may affect scannability and compliance.
Printing Tips
Material: Use a sintra board or acrylic display standee for durability and professional appearance.
Minimum Standee Size: Aim for a minimum standee size of 5x7 inches (12.7 x 17.8 cm).
Finish: A matte material is recommended to prevent glare from lights, which can cause scanning issues.
Ideal Display Locations and Uses
Checkout Counter: The most common and convenient placement for quick payments during checkout.
Restaurant Tables and Bill Folds: Allows diners to conveniently scan and pay for their orders directly at their table.
Social Media & Messaging Apps: A soft copy of your QR Ph code can be sent to customers for remote payments (e.g., for online orders, reservations, or delivery services). This allows you to accept payments even without a physical interaction.