How Virtual Punch Card Works
From setup to customer rewards in three simple steps. No technical knowledge required.
For Businesses
Set up your digital loyalty program in minutes
Create Your Account & Order Tags
Sign up for a free business account using just your email. No credit card required to start.
Then order NFC tags from your dashboard ($5 per tag, minimum 10). Tags ship within 5-7 business days.
- ✓Passwordless sign-up with magic link
- ✓Provide shipping address for tags
- ✓Track order status in dashboard
Register Tags & Create Campaigns
When your tags arrive, use the activation codes (printed on each tag) to register them in your dashboard.
Then create your first campaign - set the reward (e.g., "Free coffee"), target punches (e.g., 10 visits), and any rules.
- ✓Enter activation codes to claim tags
- ✓Create unlimited campaigns
- ✓Assign tags to specific campaigns
Place Tags & Start Collecting Data
Place your NFC tags at checkout, on tables, or anywhere customers can easily tap them.
Customers tap their phone on the tag, sign in once (via magic link), and their punch is recorded automatically.
- ✓Works through most surfaces (wood, plastic, glass)
- ✓Track all punches in real-time
- ✓Validate reward codes when customers redeem
For Customers
Collect punches and earn rewards effortlessly
1. Tap the Tag
Simply hold your phone near the NFC tag. No app to download - works instantly on iPhone and Android.
2. Sign In Once
On your first tap, enter your email to receive a magic link. After that, you're automatically signed in.
3. Get Rewarded
When you complete your card, you instantly receive a reward code. Show it to the business to claim your reward!
Track Everything in One Place
Customers can view all their active punch cards, track progress toward rewards, and access reward codes anytime from the customer dashboard.
- ✓Active cards: See progress bars for each campaign
- ✓Available rewards: Reward codes ready to redeem
- ✓History: View completed cards and past rewards
- ✓Works everywhere: Access from any device with a browser
Technical Details
NFC Technology
Near Field Communication (NFC) is the same technology used for contactless payments. It's built into every modern smartphone.
- • Works on iPhone 7 and newer
- • Works on most Android phones (2016+)
- • No pairing or Bluetooth required
- • Read range: 1-2 inches
Security & Privacy
Your data is secure with enterprise-grade encryption and authentication powered by Supabase.
- • Passwordless authentication
- • Encrypted data storage
- • Rate limiting prevents abuse
- • GDPR compliant
Ready to Try It Yourself?
Create your free business account and see how easy it is to set up your first campaign.