Accept major card brands and digital wallets for payments
Boost bookstore sales with JIM
Accept tap payments on your phone
JIM turns your phone into a card reader, no extra hardware required. Accept credit, debit, and mobile wallets like Apple and Google Pay. Perfect for author signings or sidewalk sales.
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Access your book sale funds instantly*
Funds from sales appear on your JIM Visa® Prepaid card instantly*. Add the card to a digital wallet for contactless supplier payments.
Secure one flat 1.99% rate.
JIM has one flat 1.99% fee for every single transaction. There are no hidden fees, setup costs, or maintenance charges. Pay the same rate for premium cards and small book sales.
One tap and done:
you just made a sale
Download the App for free, set up your account and that's it: your phone is a pocketable POS, ready to take payments anytime, anywhere.
Key in the sale total on the JIM app and include a tip if you want.
Tap sell and have your customer tap their card or device on your phone.
Your money is ready to use seconds* after a sale on your JIM Visa® Prepaid Card.
Key in the sale total on the JIM app and include a tip if you want.
Tap sell and have your customer tap their card or device on your phone.
Your money is ready to use seconds* after a sale on your JIM Visa® Prepaid Card.
Sell beyond the shelves.
Your bookstore is not always tied to the counter. For author events or off-site book fairs, JIM travels with you. Accept payments easily with just your phone, no bulky equipment required.
For booksellers and curators
You unbox new stock, you shelve the latest titles, you guide a reader to their next favorite book. JIM pays you instantly*, so you can order that next bestseller without a cash flow worry.
One flat fee for every sale
Sell a single paperback or a stack of new releases? With JIM, every transaction costs a flat 1.99%. No complex math or surprise costs, just simple pricing that lets you focus on books, not fees.
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?
You enter the sale amount on your iPhone and present it to the customer. The customer then holds their contactless card or digital wallet near your phone to complete the payment. A compatible iPhone with iOS 17 or later is required to accept payments.
When do I receive my money?
Funds appear in your JIM account instantly* after a successful sale. You can spend your earnings right away with the JIM Visa Prepaid Card. The card can be added to your Apple Wallet for convenient use.
What are the fees and minimums?
JIM charges a flat 1.99% fee per transaction. A minimum sale of $1 is required. There are no other monthly or hidden fees.
Is JIM secure?
Yes, JIM uses tokenization to secure every payment. This technology ensures that customer card data is never stored on your device. JIM accepts major cards, including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover.
Can customers add a tip?
Yes, you can present a tip screen to the customer before they pay. Customers can select a preset amount. They also have the option to enter a custom tip.
How can JIM speed up checkout at my bookstore?
JIM turns your iPhone into a payment terminal, so you can accept payments anywhere in your store. This helps reduce lines at a traditional POS counter. The simple tap-to-pay process makes each transaction swift.
Is JIM a good fit for pop-up events or book fairs?
Yes, JIM is perfect for sales outside your store because it works directly on your iPhone. You can take payments anywhere without the need for additional card readers or hardware. This makes it easy to sell at markets, fairs, and other events.
