Offline Mode Credit Card Terminal Processing

IMPORTANT: Offline Mode Is NOT Recommended

BulkSource strongly discourages the use of offline mode for standard payment processing. Offline mode should only be used as a last resort in emergency situations when online connectivity is completely unavailable.

Why Offline Mode Should Be Avoided:

• You cannot pass processing fees to customers (no surcharging support)
• Your organization absorbs 100% of credit card processing fees
• Payments must be manually entered into BulkSource
• No automatic tracking or reconciliation
• Processing fees are deducted from settlement with no visibility in BulkSource
• Increased risk of billing errors and missed payments
• Additional administrative work required for every transaction

Best Practice: Always use Valor Connect (online mode) for credit card terminal payments. If you are experiencing connectivity issues, contact BulkSource Support immediately to resolve the problem rather than continuing to process payments offline.

Summary: Offline mode creates significant financial and operational challenges. Do not use offline mode for regular operations.