Point of Sale (POS)

The point of sale for every sale

Sell everywhere people shop with the best omnichannel POS system.

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Everything you need. Out of the box.

It’s the power to sell in person backed by the power to sell online, all by the world’s best commerce platform.

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POS SYSTEM

Selling the way it should be

A customer enters information on the POS Terminal’s screen while standing at the retail counter.Two people are standing in a large, warm retail environment. The customer on the left holds a credit card to tap the sales associate’s Android, and the screen says “Hold card”. They background features wooden shelves with neatly stacked items, creating a warm, organized setting.A sales associate with red hair and navy pinstriped blazer, is focused on an Android device in a clothing store. They stand near a rack of clothes featuring a variety of colors including mustard, black, and grey. The store's interior is warmly lit and showcases neatly organized clothing and accessories on wooden shelves and hangers.

RETAIL STORE

The POS system that fits your store

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Multi-store

Streamline selling across multiple locations with one back office for every sale.

Multi-store POS
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Single store

Sell better in store and online with powerful tools at accessible prices.

Small business POS
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Events

Use wireless hardware to sell at pop-ups, markets, and more.

OMNICHANNEL SELLING

Sell everywhere. Period.

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How to get started with Shopify POS

Whether you’re switching platforms or thinking about selling in person, we’re here to help.

Start for free

Create a free Shopify account today—no credit card required.

Set up your store

Get help every step of the way, from dedicated customer service to POS migration apps.

Customize your solution

Personalize your POS with apps and create custom solutions with Shopify Partners.

POS SOFTWARE

Powerfully flexible POS software

Mobile POS software

Turn your mobile device into a point of sale and download the Shopify POS app onto any smartphone or tablet.

Customizable terminal

Personalize the home screen to keep popular products and important discounts at your fingertips.

Plug-and-play apps

Add functionality as your needs change, from loyalty apps to logistics and time tracking.

POS FEATURES

Every feature at your fingertips

Get everything you need to run your retail business in one place.

Omnichannel selling

Use a connected back office to sell in person, online, on social media, and marketplaces.
Omnichannel selling

Staff management

Set staff permissions to control what employees can access.
Staff management

Payment processing

Accept popular payment methods at competitive transaction rates.
Payment processing

Inventory management

Receive inventory, manage stock, and create purchase orders from a single platform.

Customer management

Capture customer info seamlessly at checkout and use insights to improve buying experiences.

Reporting and analytics

Understand your business, from what sells best to when you’re busiest.

POS Retail HARDWARE

Fully integrated POS hardware

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Intuitive POS hardware

Start selling quickly with hardware that’s ready to go out of the box—no contracts or credit checks.

Built-in connectivity

Close sales without interruptions thanks to POS hardware and software that stay in sync.

Portable payments

Sell anywhere your customers shop with hardware kits designed for any environment.

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Get an inside look at Shopify Point of Sale

Learn how your business can use Shopify POS to streamline selling across 1,000 stores.

Watch demo

Resources for retailers

Access free guides, discover retail trends, and learn how brands like you use Shopify POS.

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What is a mobile POS system?

Learn how to check out customers anywhere with a portable POS system.

Learn about mobile POS systems

What is point of sale software?

Read about point of sale software and how it supports retail businesses.

Learn about POS software

How to pick a POS system

Find out what to look for when comparing retail POS systems.

Learn about picking a POS

Frequently asked questions

Sell better with Shopify POS