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Simplifying payments with Square at One Kinda Folk, Dublin

We caught up with owner Rachel Elliman, to learn more about how she got started and how selling coffee is more than just what’s in the cup.

Start & Grow, Small Business Advice by Square Merchants: Starting Off Right

In our Start and Grow series, we share some of the best advice from business owners and managers across Ireland.

Purpose & Community: How a café in Bundoran is taking time back for passion projects

We caught up with Gerald Arbuckle, co-founder of Foam., to chat about new beginnings and getting time back to focus on what you love.

What You Need to Know About Pop-Up Restaurants

Pop-up restaurants are sweeping across Ireland. If you want to get in on the action, follow our expert guide to help you get started.

Square Terminal Giveaway

This summer, we’re giving five lucky businesses a chance to win a free Square Terminal*.

Pivoting in a pandemic proves to be a cut above for Dublin barbers

Leslie Quigley, owner of Killiney Barbers, used the opportunity presented by Covid-19 to re-evaluate her business, and Square has been a vital part of her journey to success

Guide to Reopening Your Hospitality Business Safely

As the country starts to open up again, we consider everything you need to think about when it comes to reopening your hospitality business safely in our guide.

How to Start and Grow a Newsletter: 11 Tips

Get newsletters right and you’ve an excellent way to market directly to your current and prospective customer base. Here’s a step-by-step approach.

Brewing up a Business: How Square is helping this Donegal coffee start-up grow

Learn how this young, Donegal entrepreneur is growing her coffee truck business with Square

Which Devices are Compatible with the Square Reader?

The Square Reader is compatible with most tablets and smartphones with Bluetooth Low Energy. Accept different payment types and grow your business.

How Small Business Owners Can Plan Their Pension

Read our guide to planning a pension as a small business owner and start your very own retirement plan in no time. Learn more with Square.

How switching to Square helped Sally’s Hand Rolled Ice Cream grow their business

How switching to Square helped Sally’s Hand Rolled Ice Cream grow their business

Artisan chocolatier is a story of resilience and reinvention

The owners of Koko in Kinsale are taking their store to new levels with Square, a service that provides flexible solutions for retailers

What is Square? How to Start Selling with Square

Are you looking for a software or hardware package to help streamline payments and other business operations? Learn more about how Square can help start, run and grow your business!

Join the Square Seller Community and Learn from Other Business Owners

Join the Square Seller Community to collaborate and learn from your fellow business owners in Ireland.

Setting Up a Business: A Checklist

Thinking about selling online? Read Square’s guide on eCommerce benefits and find out what advantages it could bring to your business.

How to Choose the Right Compensation Method for Your Salon or Spa

The salon pay structure you choose will impact your operations and long-term growth. Read more about the methods and find the best option for your business.

How to Choose the Right Pricing Strategy for Your Business

Which pricing strategy is best suited to your small business? Learn more about the main types of pricing strategies and how they can drive growth.

How to Open a Pop-up Shop

Thinking about opening a pop-up shop? Here’s everything you need to know to get your mobile location open.

How To Start An Online Food Business

Whether you’re starting from scratch with an online food business or looking for new ways to grow, this guide contains everything you need to know.

How to Start a Microbrewery

Want to start making money from brewing beer? Here’s how to take your microbrewing from a hobby to a business.

How to Optimise Your Menu for Takeout and Delivery

With social distancing due to COVID-19 still an issue, adapting your food and drinks offerings to accommodate pickup and delivery can attract customers.

Outdoor Dining Bubbles: The Pros, Cons, and Costs

Before investing in outdoor bubbles for your restaurant, check out the pros, cons, and other considerations to know ahead of building your own bubbles.

Ghost Kitchens: Should You Open One for Your Restaurant?

Here’s a look at what ghost kitchens are and how they may (or may not) fit within your restaurant business.

How does Click and Collect work?

Whether you are a new business that is just getting started or an established company looking to add to your delivery options, Click and Collect is a great way to introduce an easy-to-use ordering option for you and your customers to transact more safely

How Restaurants Are Modernising Kitchens and Streamlining Orders

Find out how a customisable POS for restaurants streamlines operations, keeps your kitchen moving and makes the food ordering journey simple for customers.

How to Offer Outdoor Shopping and Services During COVID-19

Small businesses are turning to outdoor shopping and services to continue serving customers. Here’s advice on how to transition to selling outside.

How to Implement a Subscription Service Into Your Business

A subscription service can be a great way to implement experiential retail trends into your business. Read on for some tips to get started.

How to Create a Coffee Shop Marketing Plan

Marketing is key to your coffee shop’s growth and success. Find out how to create a strong marketing plan for your coffee shop business with Square.

What is PCI Compliance? What You Need to Know

Violating PCI compliance can lead to hefty fines for you and your business. Learn more about PCI DSS Compliance and see how Square protects you for free.

A Guide to Using Cashless Payments in Your Business

How can you make sure you’re trending in the same direction as your customers? Ensure you’re never losing out on sales by equipping your business with a cashless payment system that benefits you and your customers in the quickest and most modern way.

3 New Payment Methods You Should Start Accepting Now

How to accept Apple Pay, chip cards and digital invoices at your business.

How Restaurants Are Adapting to the New Normal With Takeaway and Delivery

Restaurants are leveraging their supply chains by selling groceries to customers during the COVID-19 shutdown.

How to Manage Your Retail Business During COVID-19

Whether you sell clothes or candles, bicycles or barbecue sauce, you can adapt to the current COVID-19 situation with these tips and resources for businesses.

How to Manage Your Service Business During COVID-19

We’ve compiled tips for managing your business — whether you provide haircuts, massage therapy, personal training, tutoring, tax support or home repairs.

How to Manage Your Food and Beverage Business During COVID-19

COVID-19 has created many challenges for the food and beverage industry. We’ve compiled tips and industry resources to help you manage your business.