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# Get Started with Point of Sale

Learn about supported hardware, onboarding steps, and store-readiness requirements. Refer to a go-live checklist and ‌general Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to guide your deployment process.

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Note In 2024, Salesforce acquired PredictSpring, a provider of modern retail point-of-sale (POS) software built natively in the cloud. PredictSpring was renamed Retail Cloud and is now called Point of Sale. You may still see references to PredictSpring or Retail Cloud in the Point of Sale app and in our documentation.

- **[Supported Devices and Platforms](https://help.salesforce.com/s/articleView?id=commerce.rt_hw_intro.htm&release=264.0.0&type=5)**  
    Point of Sale runs on iOS, Android, and Windows devices. Point of Sale supports certified terminals, stands, barcode scanners, printers, and cash drawers. Self-certify legacy hardware from supported manufacturers to use that hardware with the POS app.
- **[Go-Live Checklist Tool](https://help.salesforce.com/s/articleView?id=commerce.rt_gs_go_live_tool.htm&release=264.0.0&type=5)**  
    The Go-Live Checklist in the Point of Sale CMS provides a clear overview of a merchant's readiness for launch, ensuring a smooth transition to live operations. Users can quickly access and complete specific checklist items, with easy links to help articles for guidance. This tool streamlines the go-live process, helping users efficiently manage
- **[Onboarding Overview](https://help.salesforce.com/s/articleView?id=commerce.rt_gs_onboarding.htm&release=264.0.0&type=5)**  
    Get started with Point of Sale's by understanding the deployment lifecycle and key integration points. Quickly configure feeds, ERP, and payment gateways, and manage your store operations and analytics through the content management system.
- **[Miscellaneous Frequently Asked Questions](https://help.salesforce.com/s/articleView?id=commerce.rt_gs_faq.htm&release=264.0.0&type=5)**  
    Find answers to questions about the general features and functions of Point of Sale.