How to get Started with Audio Notifications via SoundPod by Google Pay?
Last Updated :
29 Feb, 2024
SoundPod by Google Pay is an audio notification service that alerts merchants to QR code payments. When customers scan your QR code and make a successful payment, SoundPod plays an instant voice notification.
How to get SoundPod by Google Pay in India?
1. Open the Google Pay for Business App: You can download the Google Pay for Business app from the Google Play Store on Android devices. Here’s how you can get it:
- Open the Google Play Store app on your Android device.
- In the search bar, type “Google Pay for Business“.
- Tap the app icon and then tap “Install“.
- Once downloaded, follow the on-screen instructions to launch the app.
2. Start the Subscription:
- From the main screen, tap Get Started below your business name.
- Under “Quick links,” tap SoundPod.
- Tap See plans.
3. Choose a Service Plan:
- Daily plan: ₹499 one-time fee, then ₹5 per day for 25 days (including taxes).
- Yearly plan: ₹1499 for one year (save ₹500) (including taxes).
4. Review the Tips:
- Your subscription starts on activation and renews annually.
- Receive ₹125 cashback for accepting over 400 payments in a month via GPay QR codes.
5. Complete the Process:
- Tap Continue.
- Enable Turn on daily settlement.
- Select a payment profile or create a new one.
- Tap Submit.
- Review your subscription details and delivery date for the SoundPod.
- Tap Done.
Setting Up SoundPod
1. Turn on the SoundPod
Press and hold the power button for 3 seconds.
2. Verify Connection
- A green LED will glow when turned on and connected.
- Network strength will be displayed.
- You’ll hear two voice prompts: “Welcome to SoundPod by Google Pay” and “Network Connected.“
3. Enjoy Notifications
Once connected, SoundPod will announce successful QR code payments.
Operating SoundPod
1. Power: Press and hold to turn on/off.
2. Volume up/down: Adjust volume, press and hold for max/min.
3. Menu:
- Press once: play last transaction.
- Press twice: play last 3 transactions.
- Press and hold: display one-time password (OTP).
- Press and hold + Volume up once: display terminal ID (TID).
- Press and hold + Volume up twice: display firmware version.
Viewing and Downloading Invoices
1. Open the Google Pay app.
2. Navigate to “Invoices.”
3. Choose an option:
- Under “Quick links,” tap SoundPod and then More Invoices.
- Go to Settings > Invoices and select SoundPod.
4. Select the invoice you want to view and download.
Viewing SoundPod Transactions
- SoundPod transactions refer to service fees deducted for audio notifications.
- Check the app homepage for a summary of transactions in the past day, week, or month.
- Tap a specific transaction to see details, including “SoundPod fee deduction.”
Cashback Campaign for SoundPod Users
- Receive a ₹125 cashback scratch card by accepting over 400 transactions via GPay QR codes in a month.
- Scratch card is valid for 28 days.
- Review the campaign terms and conditions for details.
Cancelling Audio Notification Services
- Call Google customer support at +1-800-309-7597.
- Please note the cancellation policy and return procedure for the SoundPod device.
Important Notes to SoundPod by Google Pay
- Daily settlement is required for subscribing to and using SoundPod services.
- Only up to 30 transactions from a single user in a month count towards the cashback campaign.
- Failed transactions are not eligible for cashback.
- Refer to the Google Pay for Business Program: Additional Terms of Service for further details.
Please Note: This service is currently in phases and may not be available in your region yet.
Terms of Service – https://pay.google.com/intl/en_in/about/business/terms/?sjid=1181995479208705411-AP
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