Take Payments Without Leaving Your CRM
Accept online payments, send invoices, collect deposits and manage transactions from one connected platform powered by Stripe and Alpha Connect.
Compatible Payment Terminals
Professional Stripe-powered payment hardware, fully compatible with Alpha Connect Payments & POS. Enquire about the terminal that suits your business.
BBPOS WisePad 3
The officially supported Stripe terminal for the UK — pocket-sized, reliable, and perfect for taking deposits, collecting payments and invoicing on-site.
- Bluetooth connection
- Chip & PIN
- Contactless payments
- Apple Pay & Google Pay
- Works with Alpha Connect mobile app
- Only £49 + VAT from Stripe
- Pocket-sized & portable
- Officially supported in the UK
Tap to Pay on iPhone
Accept contactless payments directly on your compatible iPhone — no separate hardware needed. Perfect for businesses that want to travel light while still accepting card payments.
- No hardware required
- Contactless payments only
- Accepts Apple Pay & Google Pay
- Uses your existing iPhone
- Lightest possible setup
- Quick and convenient
- Secure via Stripe
- Great for mobile businesses
Not sure which payment terminal is right for your business?
Our team can recommend the best device based on how and where you take payments.
Alpha Connect CRM Required
Payments & POS is available exclusively as part of the Alpha Local Alpha Connect CRM platform and cannot be purchased separately. By connecting your CRM, customer communications and payment processing together, every transaction automatically becomes part of your customer's complete history.
Let Customers Pay Their Way
Modern customers expect flexible payment options. When connected to Stripe through Alpha Connect, businesses can offer multiple payment methods to improve customer convenience.
Buy Now, Pay Later services such as Klarna and Clearpay can give eligible customers additional flexibility at checkout where available through the connected payment provider and supported checkout experience. Availability depends on Stripe support, eligibility and regional availability.
Everything You Need to Get Paid
Online Payments
Accept payments directly through your website, funnels and checkout pages.
Stripe Integration
Connect your existing Stripe account to start accepting cards instantly.
Invoices
Create and send professional invoices with built-in payment buttons.
Payment Links
Generate secure payment links you can share anywhere — SMS, email or social.
Quotes & Estimates
Send detailed quotes and estimates that customers can approve and pay online.
Recurring Payments
Set up subscriptions and recurring billing for ongoing services or memberships.
Subscriptions
Manage subscription plans with automatic billing and customer self-service.
Appointment Deposits
Request deposits during online booking to reduce no-shows and secure commitment.
Card Payments
Accept debit and credit cards online or in person through your CRM.
Point of Sale
Take payments in person using compatible POS hardware — all synced to your CRM.
One-Time Payments
Collect one-off payments for products, services or consultations instantly.
Saved Payment Methods
Securely store customer payment methods for faster repeat transactions.
Payment Reminders
Automatically remind customers about outstanding invoices and balances.
Receipts
Automatic receipts sent to customers after every successful payment.
Transaction History
View a complete history of every transaction across your business.
Customer Payment Timeline
Every payment is automatically added to the customer's CRM record.
Automatic Payment Status
Payment statuses update automatically across invoices, bookings and records.
Secure Processing
All payments are processed securely through Stripe's PCI-compliant infrastructure.
Connect Your Stripe Account
Businesses connect their existing Stripe account directly to Alpha Connect. Once connected, you can accept debit and credit cards, take online payments, collect deposits, manage subscriptions, issue refunds, track payment history and generate payment links — all from one platform.
Accept Payments Anywhere
Whether in person, online, on a recurring basis or tied to appointments — collect payments from almost anywhere within the platform.
In Person
- Payment Terminal
- Countertop
- Handheld
- Tap To Pay
Online
- Website Checkout
- Payment Links
- Invoices
- Funnels
- Order Forms
Recurring
- Subscriptions
- Memberships
- Monthly Plans
- Installments (where supported)
- Automatic Billing
Appointments
- Booking Deposits
- Consultation Fees
- Service Payments
- Outstanding Balances
Get Paid In Person
Businesses can also accept payments in person using compatible point-of-sale hardware supported by the platform. Every payment remains connected to the customer's CRM record — no matter where it's taken.
Professional Invoices, Built In
Invoices can be created and sent directly from the CRM. Customers simply click the secure payment button to pay instantly.
Professional Invoices
Create branded, professional invoices directly from your CRM.
Custom Branding
Add your logo, colours and business details to every invoice.
Payment Buttons
Customers pay instantly by clicking a secure payment button.
Quotes
Send detailed quotes that customers can approve and pay online.
Estimates
Provide estimates that convert into invoices with one click.
Automatic Reminders
Reduce overdue invoices with automatic payment reminders.
Deposit Requests
Request deposits or partial payments before delivering services.
Partial Payments
Allow customers to pay invoices in instalments if needed.
Reduce No-Shows
Businesses can request deposits during online booking. Deposits help reduce missed appointments while making the booking process smoother and more secure.
Understand Your Business At A Glance
Business owners can instantly see how their business is performing through clear, simple dashboards.
Recent Transactions
View your latest payments and transactions at a glance.
Outstanding Invoices
Track unpaid invoices and follow up with automatic reminders.
Revenue Overview
See your total revenue and income trends over time.
Subscriptions
Monitor active subscriptions and recurring revenue.
Payment History
Access a complete record of every transaction.
Customer Transactions
View payment activity for any individual customer.
Invoice Status
Track paid, pending and overdue invoices in real time.
Payment Performance
Understand how quickly invoices are being paid.
Payments That Trigger Action
Payments can trigger automated customer journeys inside Alpha Connect — from receipts to review requests and follow-ups.
Everything Connected
Traditional Setup
- ✕Separate CRM
- ✕Separate Payment Software
- ✕Separate Invoices
- ✕Separate Booking Software
- ✕Spreadsheets
- ✕Manual Updates
- ✕Disconnected Customer Records
- ✕Multiple Systems
Alpha Local Payments & POS
- Alpha Connect CRM — everything connected
- Stripe Payments — built in
- Invoices — created and sent from CRM
- Appointments — deposits and all
- Automation — payments trigger workflows
- Every payment updates the CRM automatically
- Every customer interaction in one place
- One Platform
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything Your Business Needs In One Platform
Alpha Connect becomes the operational hub for your business. All from one connected platform powered by Alpha Connect and Stripe.
One Platform. Every Payment.
Stop switching between multiple systems. Manage customers, appointments and payments from one connected platform.