Can Clover POS with Inventory Plus Plus prevent EBT from being used on non-eligible items?

Can Clover POS with Inventory Plus Plus prevent EBT from being used on non-eligible items?

Product Described: Inventory Plus Plus

A business using Clover POS reached out looking for a way to ensure strict compliance with EBT usage. Specifically, they wanted to prevent customers from using EBT to purchase non-eligible (non-food stamp) items. This is a common and valid concern for grocers aiming to stay compliant and streamline checkout experiences.

So, can Inventory Plus Plus automatically block EBT on ineligible items?

No, Inventory Plus Plus does not prevent the use of EBT on non-eligible items. Here's how it works instead:

  • The app splits the cart into EBT-eligible and non-EBT items automatically.
  • This helps store staff and customers clearly see which items can be purchased with EBT and which cannot.
  • However, if a customer chooses to ignore that split and still pays the full amount with EBT, the app does not block or restrict that payment.

This is a limitation across all Clover third-party apps — the Clover platform does not currently allow third-party developers to block payment types based on item eligibility at the transaction level.

📺 You can watch how the app works in this video:
Inventory Plus Plus demo – EBT split functionality

If you need help with setup or want to explore how to work around these limitations through training or employee guidance, we’d be happy to support you further.

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