Accept major card brands and digital wallets for payments
JIM helps your bookstore succeed
Turn your phone into a POS
JIM turns your phone into a card reader, no extra hardware needed. Accept credit, debit, and wallets like Apple and Google Pay. Perfect for author signings or your next book fair.
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Restock your shelves without the wait
JIM makes your money available instantly after you complete a book sale. Skip the bank transfer; funds go right to your JIM Visa® Prepaid card. Add the card to a digital wallet and use it anywhere contactless works.
Know your cost. A flat 1.99%.
JIM has one flat rate for every single transaction. Avoid hidden fees, installation costs, and penalties for premium cards. Your cost is always the same predictable 1.99%, even for your smallest sales.
How Jim Works:
Simple setup in minutes. No tech expertise needed.
Download the app to start. No hardware, no installation, no setup.
Hit sell and ask your customer to tap their card or device on your phone.
Get paid in seconds. Funds land on your JIM Visa® Prepaid Card, ready to use for new titles or store supplies.
Download the app to start. No hardware, no installation, no setup.
Hit sell and ask your customer to tap their card or device on your phone.
Get paid in seconds. Funds land on your JIM Visa® Prepaid Card, ready to use for new titles or store supplies.
Sell books on the go
Your bookstore is more than just shelves. Whether you are at an author signing or a local book fair, JIM travels with you. Accept payments with just your phone, no bulky terminal required.
For booksellers and curators
You curate, you shelve, you recommend—and now you get paid instantly too. JIM helps you restock popular titles and discover new ones without a wait for funds.
One flat fee for every sale
Sell a single paperback or a full textbook order? With JIM, every payment has the same 1.99% fee. No complex math, no surprise costs—just simple pricing so you focus on books, not bills.
FAQ
Payments in seconds are our standard. So, whenever you get paid, your money is available in seconds in your account. No more waiting 1-2 business days.
How does Tap to Pay on iPhone work with JIM?
You enter the sale amount on your iPhone. The customer then holds their contactless card or digital wallet near your phone to pay. The transaction completes in seconds.
When do I receive my money?
Funds are available in your JIM account instantly after each successful transaction. You can spend your earnings immediately with the JIM Visa Prepaid Card. This card can be added to your Apple Wallet for convenience.
What are the fees?
JIM has a flat fee of 1.99% for every transaction. There is a minimum sale requirement of $1. No other hidden fees apply.
How does JIM keep payments secure?
JIM uses tokenization, so customer card data is never stored on your device or our servers. This technology protects sensitive information during every sale. JIM accepts all major cards like Visa, Mastercard, Amex, and Discover.
Can customers leave a tip?
Yes, you can show a tip screen to customers before they pay. They can choose a preset amount or enter a custom tip. The tip is added to the total sale.
How can JIM help my bookstore checkout process?
JIM turns your iPhone into a payment terminal, which eliminates the need for extra hardware and reduces counter clutter. Customers pay quickly with a simple tap of their card or phone. This helps you manage lines during busy periods or author events.
Is JIM a good choice for pop-up book fairs or mobile sales?
Yes. Since JIM works on your iPhone, you can accept payments anywhere you have a connection. This is perfect for book fairs, markets, or sidewalk sales without the need for a traditional POS system. Your iPhone is all you need to make a sale.
