- Getting Started with the Acceptance Devices App
- Activating a Terminal in the Acceptance Devices App
- Processing Payment Transactions in Semi-Integrated Mode
- Processing Payment Transactions in Cloud Mode
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Processing a Pre-Authorization
This section describes how to process a pre-authorization for an initial amount in
Standalone mode. A pre-authorization transaction places a temporary hold on the
customer's payment card, which can be captured at a later time.
Most authorizations expire in 5 to 7 days. The issuing bank sets the length of time
before expiration. When an authorization expires with the issuing bank, your bank or
processor might require you to re-submit an authorization request and include a
request for capture in the same message. For more information, see Processing a Capture.
Follow these steps to process a pre-authorization:
- In the Acceptance Devices app, tapOther Transactions.
- TapPre-Authorization.
- Enter the transaction amount.
- TapSubmitto start the transaction.