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Pepper
The universal middleware for your POS terminal integration
Anyone involved in POS terminal integration and POS connectivity knows: there are countless different POS terminal models — and almost as many communication protocol variants. On top of that, there are numerous POS software solutions.
No wonder that connecting a POS system to new terminals often becomes a complex project — and in most cases requires a significant amount of time.
To facilitate both the initial POS integration as well as the daily operation of POS terminals, we have developed Pepper — the universal middleware for your POS integration. For more background, we have published a dedicated article: How cashless payments work.
Accelerate the integration of new POS terminals
As a universally compatible interface, our Pepper middleware facilitates the integration of more than 100 different POS terminals into your POS software.
Two Pepper solutions – for two IT strategies
Depending on your IT environment, you can choose between two different Pepper solutions.
PepperQik
Pepper Library
The terminal integration software as a practical web application
The offline-capable solution for PC-based POS systems
Integration
via REST API
as .dll or .so file on the POS PC
Operation
Cloud service with web-based interface (standard)
Locally installed interface
Requirement
Internet or network connection
Windows / Linux OS (also works offline)
Deployment
Centrally via web interface
Separately or using a POS application
Administration
Centrally via web interface
Separately or using a POS application
PepperQik
The terminal integration software as a practical web application
Integration
via REST API
Operation
Cloud service with web-based interface (standard)
Requirement
Internet or network connection
Deployment
Centrally via web interface
Administration
Centrally via web interface
Pepper Library
The offline-capable solution for PC-based POS systems
Integration
as .dll or .so file on the POS PC
Operation
Locally installed interface
Requirement
Windows / Linux OS (also works offline)
Deployment
Separately or using a POS application
Administration
Separately or using a POS application
Pepper software – less effort, more independence
Our Pepper solutions reduce the effort required to integrate new terminals to just a few minutes. Continuous maintenance and regular updates ensure smooth operation between POS system and terminal.
In addition, simplified POS integration gives retailers greater independence, as Pepper allows them to flexibly select and use the optimal POS terminal at any time.
Pepper supports …
more than
100
POS terminal models
from 11 manufacturers
more than
98%
of communication protocols
used in Germany, Austria and Switzerland
more than
300
card types
more than
100
POS terminal models
from 11 manufacturers
more than
98%
of communication protocols
used in Germany, Austria and Switzerland
more than
300
card types
Test Pepper for free now!
Would you like to see for yourself how well Pepper fits into your IT environment? No problem! Contact us for a free, non-binding test of the universal interface within your IT environment.
These standard functions are included in Pepper
For the terminal models commonly used in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, Pepper enables the immediate use of numerous essential functions. And the best part: if you switch terminals, these functions continue to work instantly — without any additional development effort.
Card-based purchase
Void
cancel the last transaction
Returns
refund/credit
Settlement
end-of-day closing
Receipt output
print POS receipt
Repeat last transaction
Reprint last receipt
Cashback
cash withdrawal at the POS
Recovery
restore data after a system interruption
Card-based purchase
Void
cancel the last transaction
Returns
refund/credit
Settlement
end-of-day closing
Receipt output
print POS receipt
Repeat last transaction
Reprint last receipt
Cashback
cash withdrawal at the POS
Recovery
restore data after a system interruption
Compliance & security:How is data protected?
When it comes to data protection and encryption, it is important to distinguish between two types of data: customer payment data and the communication data exchanged between the POS system and the payment terminal.
Card data remains within the payment system
Card data is processed and encrypted directly within the POS terminal or the infrastructure of the respective payment provider. Pepper itself does not process any sensitive cardholder data.
Secure communication between terminal and POS
Data is exchanged between the POS system and the payment terminal using the terminal’s communication protocol. Pepper implements the security standards and compliance requirements defined in the specifications of the respective protocol.
Pepper always pays off
Initial integration into POS software
Time required
without Pepper
Time required
with Pepper
Time required
without Pepper
Time required
with Pepper
Initial integration into POS software
2–3 months
5–10 days
Recurring integration of new POS terminals
Time required
without Pepper
Time required
with Pepper
Recurring integration of new POS terminals
2–3 months
5 minutes
Pepper has proven itself
In use for
30
years and continuously enhanced
More than
70,000
installations
Implemented in more than
40
countries worldwide
Approximately
33 million
working hours that Pepper saved for IT teams worldwide
In use for
30
years and continuously enhanced
More than
70,000
installations
Implemented in more than
40
countries worldwide
Approximately
33 million
working hours that Pepper saved for IT teams worldwide
In use for
30
years and continuously enhanced
More than
70,000
installations
Implemented in more than
40
countries worldwide
Approximately
33 million
working hours that Pepper saved for IT teams worldwide
«With Pepper, we can reduce our development effort for POS integration by up to 75%.»
Customers who rely on Pepper
The standard for POS connections in Germany, Austria and Switzerland
Our Pepper solutions were specifically developed for the POS terminal models, POS systems and communication protocols commonly used in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Of course, we are also happy to support you with POS integrations in international environments.
Compatible with your terminal?
Find out which POS terminal models and communication protocols are currently supported by Pepper.
Already integrated into your POS system?
Find out whether Pepper is already integrated into your POS software.
Support the way it should be!
At treibauf, you can always rely on excellent support. Our qualified experts listen carefully until they fully understand your issue — and then do everything possible to deliver a solution that works!
Special requirements? POS integrations outside the German-speaking region?
Some of our customers have individual requirements for their Pepper software or would like us to support their POS terminal integration outside Germany, Austria or Switzerland.
In such cases, our experienced EFT experts are happy to assist you on a project basis with your specific integration project.
Our services related to Pepper software
Included
Maintenance of Pepper software
Support in case of incidents
Regular product newsletters
Extra services (project-based)
Questions and answers about Pepper
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Does Pepper also work with my cloud-based POS system?
Yes. Our terminal integration software PepperQik was developed specifically for cloud-based POS systems and the use of mobile checkouts (thin clients).
How does Pepper ensure data protection and data security?
All card data is processed and encrypted directly within the POS terminal or the respective acquirer’s infrastructure. Therefore, Pepper does not process any sensitive payment data.
For communication between the POS system and the payment terminal, Pepper implements all security and compliance standards defined by the respective communication protocol – ensuring secure and reliable data exchange at all times.
What integration options are available for Pepper?
Our terminal integration software PepperQik is integrated as a cloud service via REST API. Pepper Library can be integrated in different ways: procedural integration (C) as well as object-oriented integration (C++, .NET, Java).
Which IT strategy is Pepper best suited for?
Depending on your IT setup, you can choose between two Pepper solutions: With PepperQik, we offer the universal interface as a flexible, fully managed cloud solution (SaaS). If you prefer to install Pepper the classic way on each POS PC individually, Pepper Library is the right choice.
Discover our magazine
As EFT experts, we don’t just report on current developments and projects. We also share our valuable knowledge about the world of cashless payments. Enjoy reading!
POS Integration
The Nexo protocol: an initiative to standardise cashless payments
The world of cashless payments is characterised by a range of standards, technologies and protocols – especially when it comes to cross-border transactions. The Nexo Standards consortium has taken on the task…
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EFT Expertise
Reconciliation
Posting credit card payments: How to do it right!
Whether Mastercard, Visa or American Express, whether online or at the cash register in a physical store: customers love paying by card. This also quickly amounts to a lot of transactions. But…
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EFT Expertise
2024 Retailer Survey on Cashless Payments in Switzerland: The Main Results!
In Switzerland the proportion of cashless payments has been steadily increasing for years. This is by no means only due to the growing significance of e-commerce, but is also apparent when looking…
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