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Quick Start ​

Get your Moneta Pay POS up and running in three steps.

1. Register ​

Create your free account at portal.moneta-pay.app. Registration takes under a minute and gives you immediate access to the platform — no credit card required.

From the portal you can:

  • Start right away on the Free Cloud plan (3 waiters, 2 terminals, no credit card)
  • Purchase a license for more capacity, add-ons, and premium features
  • Manage your POS — download licenses, track subscriptions, and add feature add-ons

Not sure whether Cloud or On-Prem is right for you? See Cloud vs On-Prem for a detailed comparison.

2. Configure Your System ​

Choose the setup that fits your restaurant:

Cloud (Quickest Start) ​

Download the Moneta Pay POS client and connect to the cloud. Ideal for getting started fast with minimal setup — your restaurant can be taking orders within minutes.

On-Premises (Higher Availability) ​

Install the full POS server on your own hardware for maximum reliability. The system runs entirely on your local network, so orders and printing work even if your internet goes down.

Both options include the Setup Wizard that walks you through database setup, business details, printer configuration, and license activation.

3. Start Taking Orders ​

Your POS is ready. Waiters log in with their PIN, select a table, browse the menu, and place orders. Kitchen tickets print automatically to the right station, M-PESA payments reconcile in real-time, and tax-compliant receipts are generated for every transaction.

See the full walkthrough: Take your first order

Next Steps ​

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