XCharge NA adds tap-to-pay and QR code security to its EV chargers

XCharge North America (XCharge NA) is making it easier for drivers to pay for EV charging with its first Virtual Point of Sale (VPOS) system launch.

This follows the company’s recent rollout of GridLink, a tool designed to integrate EV charging with the North American grid.

Every new XCharge charger will come with VPOS pre-installed, and existing charger customers can get the update remotely – no extra hardware is required. The VPOS system runs payments through the SaaS platform Stripe and allows drivers to pay using Apple Pay, Google Wallet, or a standard credit or debit card – no app is needed.

Unlike many other EV charging systems, XCharge NA’s VPOS adds an extra layer of security with a dynamic on-screen QR code that changes regularly to prevent phishing and fraud. An optional PIN code also secures the charging session and prevents interruptions.

XCharge NA’s chargers offer real-time charging metrics, full data logging, and transaction tracking, plus remote monitoring and diagnostics, so XCharge can fix issues remotely. There’s also seamless integration with XCharge hardware and support teams on hand.

“Our goal at XCharge NA is to make EV charging infrastructure accessible to everyone – from small business owners to fleet operators – while keeping them ahead of the curve with the latest tech,” said Aatish Patel, president and co-founder of XCharge NA. “VPOS … what happens when we listen to our customers and deliver solutions that meet their needs.”

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