FAQs
Is BAMpay secure?
Yes. BAMpay transactions use industry-standard security including SSL communications. Your personal and transaction information is safe and secure.
Does it cost anything to use BAMpay?
No — you can sign up for free, and there is no cost to use BAMpay at your favorite restaurants and retailers. Merchants accepting payments via BAMpay pay a low transaction fee for the service, which is substantially lower than traditional credit card processing fees.
How do I sign up?
You may sign up at any time by clicking here. Sign up is free. You will be asked to enter basic personal information such as your name and email address. You will also need to register a checking account which will be used for payments. In order to verify your checking account is valid, your account will be charged one penny at sign-up time. After the sign-up process, you will be sent a confirmation email, which will provide a link to download the BAMpay application.
Can I use my regular checking account?
Yes. BAMpay works with any regular checking account. The only requirement is that your account contains enough funds for the purchases that you make.
How do I make a payment?
The BAMpay application is very intuitive and easy to use. You simply select the restaurant or retail store where you are making the purchase, and enter the dollar amount and tip. The retailer will accept the transaction and print out a receipt. The entire process is fast, safe, and secure.
What types of phones are supported?
BAMpay currently runs on any iPhone or iPad device. In the future we plan to also run on Android, Blackberry, and Windows Mobile devices.
Who is BAMpay?
BAMpay is a Dallas-based company that provides restaurants and retailers with the ability to receive payment by mobile phone. Our goal is to make payment processing more efficient, secure, and cost effective, thereby benefitting both merchants and consumers.
