# MD for: https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/es/docs/mp-point-v2/overview.md Integrate Mercado Pago Point into your business model Transform the payment experience by integrating Point terminals into your point of sale (POS) system and SELF\_SERVICE kiosks (SELF\_SERVICE). This integration allows you to process in-person payments with cards, with automatic reconciliation of your sales directly with Mercado Pago. In-person payments Multiple payment methods Automatic reconciliation Service experience with or without operator Are you looking for development-free options? Get a [card reader ready to operate](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/herramientas-para-vender/lectores-point). ![](https://http2.mlstatic.com/storage/dx-devsite/docs-assets/custom-upload/2025/5/19/1750362213269-terminalsmlamlmes.png) How it works By integrating Point terminals, payments are processed in a unified manner with your point of sale system or SELF\_SERVICE kiosk. This reduces the chance of operational errors and ensures synchronization with Mercado Pago. [ How to integrate ](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/en/docs/mp-point-v2/create-application) ![](https://http2.mlstatic.com/storage/dx-devsite/docs-assets/custom-upload/2025/7/6/1754517746226-ImagemEN.png) [ Check the processing rates ](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/es/support/37740) Payment collection process 1. Create the payment order from your system using our unified API. 2. The Point terminal will automatically load the order. 3. The buyer makes the payment with the selected payment method. 4. The integrated system receives notification of the payment status. [ How to integrate ](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/en/docs/mp-point-v2/create-application) What it offers Unlike models without integration, in which each payment must be processed and reconciled manually, integrating Mercado Pago Point into your store transforms your experience. Personalized service * Integrate [POS mode](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/en/docs/mp-point-v2/configure-terminal#:~:text=on%20the%20terminal-,As,-the%20last%20step) for traditional service or [SELF\_SERVICE mode](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/en/docs/mp-point-v2/configure-terminal#:~:text=on%20the%20terminal-,As,-the%20last%20step) for SELF\_SERVICE. * Configure the terminal to operate in the mode that best suits your needs. Agility in management * Manage payments directly from your system or SELF\_SERVICE kiosk. * Automatically reconcile operations with Mercado Pago. Payment experience * Offer multiple payment methods and better serve each buyer profile. * Choose whether to offer installments [with](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/ayuda/24694) or [without interests](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/es/support/cuotas-sin-interes%5F3299). Unified API * Integrate different payment solutions without having to work with several separate APIs. * Simplify your integration process with Mercado Pago. Efficiency and security * Optimize your business's performance by automating tasks and reducing errors in collections and reconciliation. * Protect data involved in transactions using HTTPS protocols and OAuth authentications. Available terminalsBelow are the terminals that allow you to integrate your business with Mercado Pago Point. If you don't have one, access the [official store](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/herramientas-para-vender/lectores-point). ![](https://http2.mlstatic.com/storage/dx-devsite/docs-assets/custom-upload/2025/5/19/1750364166357-terminalsmart1es.png)Point Smart 1[Go to store](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/herramientas-para-vender/lectores-point) ![](https://http2.mlstatic.com/storage/dx-devsite/docs-assets/custom-upload/2025/5/19/1750364222941-terminalsmart2es.png)Point Smart 2[Go to store](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/herramientas-para-vender/lectores-point) Card payments Card payments Debit, credit and prepaid, with chip technology, NFC and magnetic stripe. Card payments Debit, credit and prepaid, with chip technology, NFC and magnetic stripe. Operating mode Operating mode POS (Point of Sale) Operating mode POS (Point of Sale) and SELF\_SERVICE (SELF\_SERVICE) How to integrate Learn the steps you need to follow to integrate Mercado Pago Point. Prerequisites * **Mercado Pago Point Smart terminal** To offer in-person payments through Point, it is necessary to acquire the machine. If you haven't done so yet, go to the [store](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/herramientas-para-vender/lectores-point). * **Mercado Pago app on your phone** Along with the machine, it is necessary to have the Mercado Pago app on your phone to log into the terminal. You can download it for [Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mercadopago.wallet&hl=es%5F419) or [iOS](https://apps.apple.com/ar/app/mercado-pago/id925436649) devices. * **Mercado Pago account** You need to create a user in Mercado Pago or Mercado Libre to have a [seller account](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/hub/registration/landing), either for an [own integration](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/en/docs/mp-point-v2/create-application#:~:text=access%20your%20credentials.-,Get,-credentials%20for%20a) or for [third parties](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/en/docs/mp-point-v2/create-application#:~:text=a%20personal%20integration-,Get,-credentials%20for%20a). * **Terminal access restriction password** To use the terminal in the version compatible with the self-service mode (SELF\_SERVICE), you must set up an access restriction password so that it is limited only to payment processing, without access to settings and advanced options. To configure it, access the [help portal](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/ayuda/28406) and follow the instructions. Integration process 1. [Create an application](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/en/docs/mp-point-v2/create-application) from [Your integrations](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/panel/app). 2. [Configure the Point terminal](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/en/docs/mp-point-v2/configure-terminal) 3. [Integrate payment processing](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/en/docs/mp-point-v2/payment-processing) 4. [Configure terminal printing](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/en/docs/mp-point-v2/configure-printings) 5. [Configure your payment notifications](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/en/docs/mp-point-v2/notifications) 6. [Test your integration](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/en/docs/mp-point-v2/integration-test) 7. [Go to production](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/en/docs/mp-point-v2/go-to-production) [ I want to start integrating ](https://www.mercadopago.com.ar/developers/en/docs/mp-point-v2/create-application) flowchart TD A[Create an application from Your integrations] --> B[Configure the Point terminal] B --> C[Integrate payment processing] C --> D[Configure terminal printing] D --> E[Configure your payment notifications] E --> F[Test your integration] F --> G[Go to production]