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title: How to Switch Between TapToPay and Card Reader on Your iPhone
description: Switch between TapToPay and Card Reader in HUSL. Learn how it works, including NFC requirements and iPhone vs iPad payment setup.
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# How to Switch Between TapToPay and Card Reader on Your iPhone

## Easily toggle between TapToPay and your Card Reader for flexible payment processing.

Yes! You can switch between using **TapToPay on your iPhone** and a **Card Reader (e.g. on your iPad)** at any time.

👉 **Important:** You can only have **one payment method connected at a time** — either TapToPay *or* a Card Reader.

**Note:** iPads do **not** have an NFC chip, which is required for TapToPay.  
An **NFC (Near Field Communication) chip** allows your device to accept contactless payments (like tap cards or Apple Pay). This is why TapToPay is only available on iPhones (and selected Android models).

### Switching from Card Reader to TapToPay:

1. Open the **HUSL app** on your iPhone
2. Go to **Home → Payments**
3. Tap **Card Reader Wisepad**
4. Select **Remove Card Reader**
5. Tap **Set up TapToPay** \> Connect

### Switching from TapToPay to Card Reader (e.g. on your iPad) 

1. Open the **HUSL app** on the device you want to pair the Card Reader (ie, iPad)
2. Go to **Home → Payments**
3. Tap **Set up Card Reader**
4. Follow the prompts to connect your reader

### 💡 Real-Life Example

If you’re a **mobile hairdresser**, you might use **TapToPay on your iPhone** while on the go.

But if you also **rent a chair in a salon**, you may prefer using an **iPad with a Card Reader as your POS**.

👉 In both cases, the steps above remain the same - simply disconnect one method before connecting the other.

### Tips for a Smooth Switch:

- Make sure your device is **connected to the internet**
- Always **confirm the connection** before taking payment
- If needed, **restart the app** to refresh the payment option

Switching is quick and gives you the flexibility to **take payments your way, wherever you are** 

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