Entering an Activation Code in the Acceptance Devices App

Before activating an Android device, you must generate an activation code for the device in the
Business Center
 or by using a REST API request. The activation code is valid for 24 hours.
Follow these steps to enter an activation code for an Android device in the Acceptance Devices app:
  1. On the Device Activation screen, enter the activation code that you generated. Tap
    Continue
    .
  2. When the Tap to Pay Ready app is not installed on your Android device, you are prompted to install the app. Tap the Google Play icon to install the app. When installation is complete, return to the Acceptance Devices app and tap
    Continue
    .
  3. When the Tap to Pay Ready app is installed and the activation code is accepted, the Activation Successful screen appears. Tap
    Confirm
    .
  4. The Assigned Serial Number screen appears. Record the serial number assigned to your device for future reference. You must provide the serial number when re-enrolling a device or when communicating with customer support. Tap
    Continue
    .

AFTER COMPLETING THE TASK

If you are using the app in Local mode with Mutual Transport Layer Security (mTLS) enabled, you must activate a secure mTLS connection between your point-of-sale (POS) system and the Android device in the Acceptance Devices app. For more information, see Activating a Secure mTLS Connection.
If you are using the app in Local mode with Transport Layer Security (TLS) enabled or in Cloud mode, you must start the Acceptance Devices app server. For more information, see Getting Started with the Acceptance Devices App Server.