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SoftPOS

Software-based point-of-sale that turns any smartphone into a payment terminal — no hardware needed.

Infrastructure & Technology

Definition

SoftPOS (Software Point of Sale) turns any merchant's smartphone into a payment acceptance terminal, eliminating the need for dedicated POS hardware. It is one of the free business tools provided to every FORUS merchant on day one, removing the cost barrier to digital payment acceptance. Combined with zero transaction fees, SoftPOS makes micropayment business models viable for the first time and enables even the smallest merchants to participate in the digital economy. SoftPOS works alongside the S-QR Code system for contactless payments.

S-QR Code

Standardised QR code payment protocol for contactless merchant payments across the network.

Hyperlocal eCommerce

Community-based digital marketplace connecting local merchants with nearby consumers and delivery riders.

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