RestroPod Store POS

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What is RestroPod Store POS?

RestroPod Store POS is billing software for shops in India. It does barcode billing, stock and expiry, udhaar, GST bills and e-bills. It is made by DigiIndian.

Which shops is it for?

Kirana and grocery, pharmacy, electronics and mobile, clothing and footwear, hardware, optical and rental shops, and small manufacturers. Items sold by weight, expiry dates, serial numbers and warranty are all supported.

Does it work without internet?

Yes. Billing works offline because your data is saved on your own computer. The POS needs internet once every 5 days to verify the license.

How do I buy and start?

Register, choose a plan and pay online. Then download the Windows installer from your dashboard and activate it with your license. The Android app is coming soon.

Is there a free trial?

No. If you want to try it first, choose the Demo plan on this page.

Does it support GST bills?

Yes. It makes GST bills with CGST, SGST and IGST, HSN codes and the buyer’s GSTIN. Shops under the Composition scheme get a Bill of Supply with no tax lines.

Can I sell loose items by weight?

Yes. Type the weight, like 1.125 kg, and the bill works out the price. A weighing scale cannot be connected yet.

Can I give goods on udhaar?

Yes. Add a sale to the customer’s udhaar, see the balance due on every bill and take part payments later. The e-bill can show a UPI QR for the amount due when you have set your UPI ID.

Can I send bills on WhatsApp, SMS or email?

Yes, with your own provider account. Email works with your own mail server. SMS works with MSG91, Twilio, Fast2SMS or Gupshup. WhatsApp works with Twilio, Interakt, MSG91 or Gupshup. The customer opens a link that works for 48 hours, and customers can opt out.

Can I track batches, expiry and serial numbers?

Yes. Batches and expiry dates suit medicines and food. Serial numbers and warranty suit electronics. The app alerts you before stock expires.

Can I track cheques?

Yes. Record cheques you receive and cheques you give, including post-dated cheques, and see which ones the bank has credited.

Which printers work?

Thermal receipt printers, 58 mm and 80 mm, over the network or Bluetooth.

Can I use more than one computer?

Yes, on plans that allow more devices. Other devices join over the same Wi-Fi by scanning a QR code and work as cashier or manager.

Where is my data kept?

On your own computer, in an encrypted database. The POS makes automatic backups, and you can back up and restore with one click. If your plan has Cloud Reporting, daily sales summaries are also sent to your online dashboard.

What happens when my plan ends?

There is a short grace period after the end date. After that the POS locks until you renew. Your data stays on your computer.

Is RestroPod the same as RestroPro?

RestroPod is a separate product made by DigiIndian. It is not related to other products with similar names.

Buying and download

Where do I download the POS?

After you buy a plan, open your dashboard and press Download. The installer is only for logged-in customers with a running plan.

How do I pay?

You pay online when you choose a plan. Every payment has an invoice you can download from your dashboard.

Can I see it working before I buy?

Yes. Use the contact page and choose Request a live demo.

Where are the terms and the refund policy?

In the legal pages linked at the bottom of every page: Terms of Service, Refund Policy, License Terms and more.

Setup and devices

What do I need to run it?

A Windows 10 (or newer) computer. Add a thermal printer if you want printed bills. No server is needed.

Do I have to buy hardware from you?

No. It works on the Windows computer you already own.

How do other devices connect?

Other devices join over the same Wi-Fi by scanning a QR code and work as cashier or manager, on plans that allow more devices.

Can I give my staff different access?

Yes. Staff work with roles, so each person sees what their job needs.

Offline and license

What if the internet is down for more than 5 days?

The POS locks until it connects once to verify the license. Your data stays safe on your computer.

Is my data encrypted?

Yes. The database on your computer is encrypted.

Do I have to be online to bill?

No. Billing works offline. Only the license check, e-bills and Cloud Reporting need internet.

Billing and GST

Can I give discounts and offers?

Yes, on plans with the Discounts and Pricing module: discounts on a bill or an item, offers, price lists and bulk prices.

Can I take returns?

Yes. Each item can have its own return period, and the app checks it when you take a return.

Which payment types can I record?

Cash, UPI, card, cheque and udhaar.

Can I put a customer on the bill?

Yes. Pick a customer from your records. The e-bill can then reach their phone or email.

Stock and buying

Can I print barcode labels?

Yes, on plans with the labels module.

Does it warn me when stock is low?

Yes. Low-stock alerts show in the bell and on your phone alerts.

Can I record purchases from suppliers?

Yes. Record purchases and supplier payments.

Can I enter my current stock when I start?

Yes. The admin can enter opening stock, customer dues, supplier dues and cheques in hand.

Reports and support

Which reports do I get?

Sales, profit, tax and stock reports, plus alerts for low stock, expiry, cheques and dues.

Can I see my numbers away from the shop?

Yes, with Cloud Reporting you can sign in to your online dashboard.

How do I get help?

Write to restro@digiindian.com or use the contact page. Replies usually come within 12 to 24 hours.