Veira terminal and hardware

Can I use the Veira terminal while it is charging?

Updated June 2026

Short answer

The simplest way to trade non-stop is to use the hot-swappable battery: keep one battery in the terminal and a charged spare ready, then switch when the first runs low. If you want to confirm whether the terminal can be operated while plugged into the charger, the Veira team can advise for your exact unit.

More detail

The terminal is designed around a removable battery so you are not tied to a power point during busy hours. A charged spare means you can keep selling without interruption while the other battery tops up.

For shops that prefer to keep the terminal on a charger at a fixed counter, ask the team during onboarding so they can set you up the way that suits your space.

Related questions

How do I avoid downtime when the battery runs low?
Keep a charged spare battery and hot-swap it. The terminal does not need to power down to change batteries.
Where can I confirm charging behaviour?
Ask the Veira team on WhatsApp and they will advise for your specific terminal and setup.

Veira gives Kenyan shops one calm app for selling, M-Pesa, KRA eTIMS and stock, with a free terminal. Book a demo and see it set up for your trade.

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