--- title: Datacap APIs overview slug: datacap-api-overview docTags: createdAt: 2026-09-01T13:12:58.293Z --- # Datacap APIs Datacap is a hardware and processor-agnostic payments gateway and middleware provider: you integrate once, and your point of sale inherits our library of [certified devices](https://datacapsystems.com/compatible-devices) and backend [processors](https://datacapsystems.com/supported-features-processors). This section covers the payments APIs most partners start with: grouped by where the payment happens. Each product page covers what the API does, how it works, supported functions and devices, and how to get access. *** ## In-store payments (card present) ### [DC Direct™](docId:053v0keBDovQvAWH3VXMi) *Any POS platform · HTTP/HTTPS POST · no Datacap software in store* A semi-integrated solution that embeds the payments logic in the payment device itself, so the device talks directly to NETePay Hosted™: your POS just sends an HTTP POST. DC Direct is available in both semi-integrated and standalone modes. :::hint{type="warning"} **Use it when** you want the lightest possible integration, no in-store Datacap hardware or software, and freedom to build in any language or OS that can make an HTTP request. ::: **** ### [dsiEMVAndroid™](docId\:ek-MRM-acsY9FX6zyMTlf) *Android · .aar library (API level 23+) · cloud-connected* An Android library that talks directly to NETePay Hosted™ over the device's own IP stack, with no in-store NETePay application required. Supports both on-pad apps (running on an Android terminal) and off-pad apps (running on a phone or tablet paired to an external EMV device over Bluetooth LE, USB, or IP). :::hint{type="warning"} **Use it when** you're building an Android POS app — on the terminal itself or on a separate device. ::: ### [SureTap™ SoftPOS](docId\:Qzo0GydCvfjnE_gus20e9) *Android · NFC-enabled device, no dedicated hardware* Datacap's bring-your-own-device SoftPOS solution turns an NFC-enabled Android device into a payment terminal, accepting Apple Pay®, Google Pay™, and contactless cards through the device's built-in NFC reader. Runs semi-integrated or standalone, and is available to test in our sandbox. :::hint{type="warning"} **Use it when** a merchant needs tap-to-pay acceptance without buying terminals. ::: **** ### [dsiEMVApple™](docId\:aTdwNAI86uFG45wkQxq3f) *iOS / iPadOS · Apple framework · cloud-connected* An Apple framework that connects directly to NETePay Hosted™ and controls an approved EMV device over Bluetooth LE or IP. No transaction storage on the device: logging and transaction management happen at NETePay Hosted. :::hint{type="warning"} **Use it when** you're building an iOS or iPadOS point of sale paired with an external EMV PIN pad. ::: **** ### [dsiEMVUS®](docId\:CjekrtOQETyjjzGeD82Xj) *Windows · ActiveX control · in-store NETePay™ server · U.S.* A Windows ActiveX control that lets your application act as a client to Datacap's U.S. EMV-certified NETePay servers in a multi-tiered client-server architecture. :::hint{type="warning"} **Use it when** you're integrating a Windows point of sale in the U.S. and running in-store or enterprise NETePay servers. ::: **** ### [DSIEMVClientX®](docId\:kaB9UI1nr_k4sCiK1c-Uc) *Windows · ActiveX control · in-store NETePay™ server · Canada only* The Canadian counterpart to dsiEMVUS: the same Windows client-server model, certified for Canadian processing. :::hint{type="warning"} **Use it when** you're deploying a Windows point of sale in Canada. ::: *** ## Online and card-not-present payments ### [Pay API™](docId\:MYxerfFl_1yvSIa-1AorU) *REST · JSON, XML, or form-encoded · any platform* Datacap's RESTful payments API, built on standard HTTP methods and a resource-oriented design. Handles eCommerce credit, ACH, gift, and other card-not-present transactions. :::hint{type="warning"} **Use it when** you're building your own checkout or billing flow and want full control over the payment request. ::: ### [Hosted Payments Pages](docId\:k0Ql0U8bOXImqChXsJpyI) *Hosted checkout · redirect, iframe, or QR code* A Datacap-hosted, white-labeled payment page for web checkout. Payment data is handled entirely by Datacap's secure infrastructure, with support for credit/debit, ACH, and gift, plus webhook notifications when a payment completes. :::hint{type="warning"} **Use it when** you want a branded checkout on your site while keeping cardholder data — and PCI scope — out of your application. ::: ### [Payment Links](docId\:P3y-WaG8hRmItccDraeVp) *Shareable link · SMS and email delivery* Generate a payment link and send it by SMS, email, or both — no additional website or application to build. :::hint{type="warning"} **Use it when** you need invoicing, phone orders, or pay-by-text. ::: *** ## Gift (Datacap Gift™ Omnichannel Gift Card Platform) ### [Virtual Gift](docId:_S_R5s-puowlToU4RKT3R) *Hosted storefront · embeddable widget* Creates persistent, branded gift card storefronts that stay live for repeat purchases. Supports credit/debit and ACH with Apple Pay® and Google Pay™, three delivery options (email, SMS, or print), scheduled delivery, iframe embedding, and purchase webhooks. :::hint{type="warning"} **Use it when** a merchant wants an always-on page for selling gift cards online. ::: *** ## Find it by platform | Building on | Start with | | ------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Windows | [dsiEMVUS®](docId\:CjekrtOQETyjjzGeD82Xj) (U.S.) , [DSIEMVClientX®](docId\:kaB9UI1nr_k4sCiK1c-Uc) (Canada) | | Android | [dsiEMVAndroid™](docId\:ek-MRM-acsY9FX6zyMTlf) , [SureTap™ SoftPOS](docId\:Qzo0GydCvfjnE_gus20e9) | | iOS / Apple | [dsiEMVApple™](docId\:aTdwNAI86uFG45wkQxq3f) | | Any language (HTTP) | [DC Direct™](docId:053v0keBDovQvAWH3VXMi) | | Linux | dsiEMVLinux | | eCommerce | [Pay API™](docId\:MYxerfFl_1yvSIa-1AorU) , [Hosted Payments Pages](docId\:k0Ql0U8bOXImqChXsJpyI) , [Payment Links](docId\:P3y-WaG8hRmItccDraeVp) , [Virtual Gift](docId:_S_R5s-puowlToU4RKT3R) | *** ## Looking for something else? The full API section of this portal also covers dsiPDCX®, dsiEMVLinux, EasyCheckout™, the Reporting API, PayLoader™ API, and PSCS™ API. If you'd rather start from working code, see **[Starter Projects](docId\:vUsvnB503_t1NPs_kUPGa)** and **[Demos](docId\:uc-QPL9GbGlpjhtSy_oTH)**. *** ## Request Full Access to Datacap's Developer Portal :::CtaButton{label="Request Access" docId="-T5hhRnnKVdPo68QqantH" openInNewTab="true"} ::: :::hint{type="success"} **Get started:** Request developer credentials for free access to every product's integration guide. :::