QuickBooks POS Hosting
Intuit discontinued QuickBooks Point of Sale in October 2023, but thousands of businesses still run it — and still need it. If your QB POS handles your inventory, customer tracking, and sales transactions, you’re not switching to something else overnight. Cloud hosting keeps your QuickBooks POS running and accessible while you evaluate next steps.
EezyCloud hosts QuickBooks POS alongside QuickBooks Desktop on Azure-dedicated infrastructure. Plus, we offer EezyPOS as a modern, fully supported alternative when you’re ready.
Why Businesses Still Run QuickBooks POS
It Works
QuickBooks POS integrates directly with QuickBooks Desktop. Sales transactions, inventory adjustments, and customer data sync automatically. No third-party connectors, no CSV imports, no manual journal entries. For businesses that built their operations around this integration, nothing else replicates it as cleanly.
Switching Is Expensive and Disruptive
Migrating from QB POS to a new POS system means:
- Retraining staff on new workflows
- Rebuilding your item database
- Reconfiguring payment processing
- Losing historical transaction data access
- Rebuilding customer loyalty programs
- New hardware (potentially)
Cloud hosting buys you time to plan a proper transition instead of a forced migration.
What QB POS Hosting Includes
Full POS Functionality in the Cloud
Your hosted QuickBooks POS works exactly as it does locally:
- Sales transactions — ring up sales, apply discounts, process returns
- Inventory management — receive items, track quantities, set reorder points
- Customer management — purchase history, loyalty tracking, contact info
- Employee management — time clock, sales tracking, permissions
- Report generation — sales reports, inventory reports, customer reports
QuickBooks Desktop Integration
QB POS syncs with QuickBooks Desktop in the hosted environment with zero latency — both applications run on the same Azure instance. Sales data flows into QB financials in real time.
Multi-Store Support
QB POS Multi-Store lets you manage inventory across locations. Cloud hosting makes the headquarters file accessible from any store or from home — check stock levels, run consolidated reports, and manage all locations without being at headquarters.
The Discontinuation Reality
What Intuit Ending QB POS Means
- No new versions — v19 is the last release
- No patches — security and bug fixes stopped
- Payment processing — Intuit payment processing for POS ended
- Support — Intuit no longer provides technical support
What It Doesn’t Mean
- Your existing QB POS installation still works
- Your data is still yours
- Third-party payment processors still work
- Cloud hosting keeps it running on modern infrastructure
Your Migration Path: EezyPOS
When you’re ready to move off discontinued QB POS, EezyCloud offers EezyPOS — a modern, cloud-native point of sale that integrates with QuickBooks Desktop just like QB POS did:
- Same QB Desktop integration — sales sync directly to your books
- Modern hardware support — works with current terminals and peripherals
- Active development — regular updates, new features, security patches
- Cloud-native — built for the hosted environment from day one
- Multi-location — centralized management across all stores
- EezyPay integration — PCI-compliant tokenized payment processing with Apple Pay, Google Pay, and next-day deposits
The transition from QB POS to EezyPOS is the smoothest available because both run on EezyCloud infrastructure.
Why EezyCloud for POS Hosting
| Feature | EezyCloud | Other Hosts | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| QB POS hosting | Yes | Rarely offered | Most hosts don’t support POS |
| EezyPOS migration path | Yes | No | Modern alternative included |
| QB Desktop integration | Native | Varies | Same-server sync |
| Multi-store support | Yes | Limited | Centralized management |
| Payment processing | Third-party + EezyPay | Third-party only | More options |
| SOC2 certified | Yes | Varies | PCI-DSS ready |
Most Hosting Providers Don’t Support QB POS
QuickBooks POS has specific hardware and configuration requirements that shared hosting platforms don’t accommodate. EezyCloud’s dedicated infrastructure supports POS peripherals, barcode scanners, and receipt printers through local device redirection.
POS Security Considerations
POS systems handle payment card data. EezyCloud’s security posture:
- PCI-DSS SAQ-A compliant infrastructure
- Tokenized payments through EezyPay (no card data stored)
- SOC2 Type II certified data centers
- Encryption of all data in transit and at rest
- Role-based access — cashiers can’t access admin functions
- Audit logging — every transaction tracked
Getting Started
If You’re Running QB POS Now
1. Assessment: We review your POS setup, peripherals, and payment processing
2. Migration: Transfer POS data and QuickBooks files to Azure-dedicated infrastructure
3. Hardware Config: Configure peripheral redirection (scanners, printers, displays)
4. Testing: Verify transactions, inventory sync, and payment processing
5. Go Live: Full POS operation in the cloud
If You’re Ready for EezyPOS
1. Data Import: We migrate your QB POS item database, customer list, and transaction history
2. EezyPOS Setup: Configure your modern POS with QuickBooks integration
3. Staff Training: Hands-on training for your team (most learn in under 2 hours)
4. Parallel Run: Run both systems for 1-2 weeks to ensure accuracy
5. Cutover: Switch to EezyPOS with full confidence
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still use QuickBooks POS even though Intuit discontinued it?
Yes. Your existing installation continues to work. Cloud hosting keeps it running on maintained infrastructure even though Intuit no longer supports it.
Will my barcode scanners and receipt printers work?
Yes. USB peripherals connect through RDP local device redirection. Most standard POS hardware (Zebra, Star, Epson) works without additional configuration.
What about payment processing since Intuit dropped POS payments?
Third-party payment processors that support QuickBooks POS still work. Additionally, EezyPay provides an integrated payment solution for both QB POS and EezyPOS.
When should I switch to EezyPOS?
We recommend planning the transition before your QB POS version encounters a compatibility issue. EezyCloud makes the transition smooth since both systems run on the same infrastructure.
Can I run QB POS and EezyPOS simultaneously during transition?
Yes. Both run on your EezyCloud instance. This enables a gradual transition with parallel operation.
Retail & POS Tools in the EEZY Platform
- EezyPOS — Modern cloud POS with barcode scanning, customer loyalty, inventory management, and restaurant features (table management, KDS, delivery integration).
- EezyPay — Payment processing at 2.6% + 10¢. Tokenized card data, Apple Pay, Google Pay, ACH. Auto-reconciles with QuickBooks.
- EezyClock — Employee scheduling and time tracking for retail staff. Kiosk mode for store clock-in. Break compliance tracking.
- EezyPrint — Branded merchandise, employee uniforms, and in-store signage. Custom design studio with no minimums.
- EezyCRM — Customer data management and loyalty program tracking across locations.
- EezyPost — Social media marketing for your retail locations.
All tools under one platform.
POS by industry: Restaurants | Retail | Real Estate
Keep Your POS Running. Plan Your Future.
QuickBooks POS isn’t dead yet — and cloud hosting extends its life. When you’re ready for a modern alternative, EezyPOS is waiting on the same infrastructure.
$58.30/user/month. QB POS supported. EezyPOS included. Azure dedicated.