Guides on POS systems, specialty software, hardware, loan tools, and industry best practices — all in one place.
This is a resource hub for pawn shop owners and operators: practical guides covering pawn shop software basics, point-of-sale systems, police-reporting and LeadsOnline integration, specialty tools for firearms and jewelry, hardware, forms, and day-to-day operations. Use the sections below to find the guide you need, whether you're choosing your first system or tightening an existing operation.
New to pawn shop software or evaluating your first system? Start here.
POS systems, police reporting integration, and LeadsOnline connectivity.
Purpose-built tools for firearms, jewelry, title loans, and payday lending.
Forms, supplies, and insights to help you run a tighter operation.
PawnSmarts runs in any modern browser — Windows PC, Mac, iPad, Android tablet, or your phone. No dedicated server or proprietary hardware required. See the hardware guide for recommended printers and barcode scanners.
Yes. The Professional plan includes an ATF-compliant gun log with serial number tracking, disposition records, and Form 4473 at redemption.
PawnSmarts is purpose-built for pawn shops. For title loan or payday loan operations, see those dedicated guides for what to look for in a software system.
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