How to Get Started with SumUp

We designed SumUp to be as easy as possible to set up, but we understand that there might be some questions along the way. Whether it’s making an account, using one of our card readers, or taking advantage of our other products, here’s your guide to getting started. 

Joining SumUp

You can sign up with us in a matter of minutes. Just visit the homepage and click ‘Get started now’. You’ll be prompted to choose a card reader, or you can proceed without one for now. 

Once you click ‘Sign up’, you’ll be redirected and asked to create your login using your email, a password, and the country your business is in. Then, continue filling in your information as prompted. Once you’re done, if you’ve ordered a card reader, we’ll ship it to you for free. 

We also recommend downloading the SumUp Business App once your profile is made. You can find it for free on the Apple and Android app stores. 

With the SumUp Business App, you’ll have the tools to run your business all in one place, such as access to your sales history and remote payment options, like Payment Links and QR Codes. You can also open a free Business Account at any time. 

Setting up your card reader

Just like making a profile, setting up your card machine only takes a few minutes. No matter which reader (Air, 3G and printer, or Solo) you picked, it starts with turning on the power button. 

Setting up Solo

  1. Press the power button

  2. Select your language from the drop-down menu

  3. Log into your SumUp profile

  4. Connect Solo to WiFi (it can also be used with cellular data, as it comes with a SIM card)

  5. Update Solo by tapping “Download & Install”

  6. Start accepting payments

Solo is our most modern card reader yet, with an intuitive touchscreen interface, cellular connectivity, and continuous updates that ensure you always have the best experience. 

Check out Solo Card Reader

Setting up the SumUp Air

  1. Download the SumUp Business App and log in to your account.

  2. Switch on your Solo Lite.

  3. Pair the card reader with your smartphone via Bluetooth.

  4. Follow the instructions in the SumUp Business App to complete the setup.

  5. Start accepting payments.

Check out the SumUp Solo Lite Card Reader

Selling online

When you join SumUp, you have access to a convenient and free ecommerce platform in SumUp Online Store. Just four short steps stand between you and selling to anyone from anywhere. 

Online Store provides you with simple but extensive web design options, so even with no coding knowledge, you can have a beautiful store. You can add your products in just a few clicks and add custom pages, like a checkout page, ‘About Us’, and ‘Contact’ page. 

Take payments easily via debit cards, credit cards, or services like Sofort and PayPal, and only pay a small fee per transaction – there are no fees for otherwise using or maintaining your store. 

Start selling online

All-in-one business management

Do you own a retail business or a restaurant? With SumUp POS, you can access a wealth of features geared specifically towards running these and other businesses. 

Inventory management, menu editing, remote ordering, and more are all just a button tap away when you have a POS system. You can also get real-time updates on your business’s sales and performance, as well as detailed reports covering various points in time. 

The best part? You only pay for the features you need. All SumUp POS deals are tailored to your exact business needs. Of course, you can always make additions afterwards. 

Book a demo 

If at any point you have questions about our products and/or services, visit our Support Centre or give one of our agents a call; they’re always happy to help.

Blog author

Christine Lariviere