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Clover Flex NFC Not Working? Fix Contactless Payments

More customers than ever want to pay with their phones or contactless cards. When your Clover Flex NFC isn't working, you're losing sales. Let's get tap-to-pay working again.

Quick Fixes to Try Right Now

1

Enable NFC in Settings

Go to Settings > Payment > NFC and ensure contactless payments are enabled. It may have been accidentally disabled.

2

Restart the Device

Power off your Clover Flex, wait 30 seconds, and restart. This resets the NFC chip and clears temporary issues.

3

Update Your Software

Check for system updates in Settings > About > System Updates. NFC bugs are often fixed in software updates.

4

Clean the NFC Area

The NFC sensor is near the top of the device. Clean the area with a soft cloth to remove any interference.

5

Test with Multiple Cards/Phones

Try different contactless cards and phones to determine if the issue is device-specific or universal.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my Clover Flex reject contactless payments?
Reasons include disabled NFC settings, outdated software, card/phone held too far or too briefly, or hardware malfunction. Test systematically to identify the cause.
How close should the card be for NFC to work?
Hold the contactless card or phone within 1-2 inches of the NFC reader for 1-2 seconds until you see or hear confirmation.
Can Clover Flex accept all types of contactless payments?
Yes, Clover Flex supports Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, and contactless chip cards from major card networks.