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Yoco Payments Platform

by Yoco · Since 2015
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Active1+ countries
Quick facts
VendorYoco
Year launched2015
StatusActive
LocationCape Town Western Cape, South Africa
Countries served1+
Languages1
Integrations8+
Free tier
Free trial
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About Yoco Payments Platform

Yoco Payments Platform is a payment processing software from Yoco that facilitates transactions for businesses. It combines payment processing, transaction reporting, and invoicing, so users can manage financial operations efficiently. The platform supports multiple payment methods including card payments and mobile wallets, making it accessible for diverse customer preferences. Yoco Payments Platform is designed for businesses of all sizes, providing scalability and integration with various e-commerce platforms. Key capabilities: payment processing transaction reporting invoicing multi-currency support integrations with third-party applications Best for: small to medium-sized businesses that need reliable payment processing solutions.

Yoco is the "Square of South Africa." It has fundamentally democratized card payments for the local market by removing the barriers of high monthly rentals and complex bank contracts. Its strength lies in its simplicity and integration—allowing a street-side vendor to use the same sophisticated POS and reporting tools as a high-end boutique. For any SME in South Africa, Yoco isn't just a card machine; it’s a complete financial toolkit for growth.

Pros & Cons

What users like
  • +Manages in-person and online sales in one central dashboard.
  • +You can sign up and start transacting within minutes of receiving their device.
  • +You only pay when you transact.
What users flag
  • The percentage can be higher than traditional bank merchant rates for very high-volume users.
  • There are some delays in customer service response during high-volume periods.
  • Currently only fully operational for businesses with a South African bank account.

Features

Key features

Card Machine Integration
Seamlessly pairs high-tech hardware (Khumo, Neo Touch) with the Yoco App to process physical card payments via Tap, Chip, and PIN.
Yoco Gateway
A dedicated e-commerce plugin that allows businesses to accept secure online payments on their own websites.
Instant Payout
Allows eligible merchants to access up to R10,000 of their earnings within minutes, rather than waiting the standard 1–2 business days.
Yoco Capital
Provides fast, flexible cash advances based on a merchant's transaction history, with no fixed monthly repayments (repaid as a % of future sales).
Free Point of Sale (POS)
A built-in software suite that manages sales, inventory, and staff without additional subscription costs.

Additional features

Payment Links
Generate secure links to send via WhatsApp, SMS, or Social Media for remote payments.
Digital Invoicing
Create and send professional, branded invoices directly from the app that customers can pay instantly online.
Inventory Management
Track stock levels in real-time and organize products by category, brand, or variants (size/color).
Staff Management
Add team members with unique PINs and set role-based permissions to control access to sensitive data.
Business Intelligence & Reporting
Access a dashboard with detailed sales analytics, trends, and history to track performance.
Digital Receipts
Send receipts via email or SMS, or print them using Bluetooth-connected or built-in printers.
Multi-Network Connectivity
Card machines come with built-in 4G SIM cards that work on multiple networks to ensure uptime during signal drops.
On-Device Tipping
A smart flow that prompts customers for a tip before finalizing the transaction, often doubling staff tips.
Refund Management
Process full or partial refunds directly through the app or card machine.
Voucher Sales
Allows customers to buy digital vouchers for a business, providing immediate cash flow.

Pricing

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Countries & Languages

1
Countries served
1
Interface languages
1
Billing currencies

Available in

South Africa

Interface languages

English

Billing currencies

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