NFC Wallet for
membership check-in

Many businesses are replacing ID cards, QR codes and key fobs with NFC-enabled membership passes in Apple Wallet and Google Wallet, simplifying and enhancing the overall on-site member experience.

NFC Wallet for
membership check-in

Many businesses are replacing ID cards, QR codes and key fobs with NFC-enabled membership passes in Apple Wallet and Google Wallet, simplifying and enhancing the overall on-site member experience.

Why is check-in better with NFC membership cards in Apple Wallet and Google Wallet?

Frictionless experience

NFC membership passes work just like Apple Pay or Google Pay. Members simply tap their phone or Apple Watch on a reader for super-fast check-in, without having to search for an app or QR code, physical card or key fob.

Save money

Mobile wallet membership passes avoid the costs and delays incurred with physical IDs – from printing to distribution and replacement. NFC eliminates account sharing with low security QR codes, reducing queues at peak times.

Strategic insights

Online management systems collect real time data and insights, to drive up membership engagement and satisfaction. Gives businesses greater strategic control over all on-site member touchpoints.

See how VTAP NFC is being used with Apple Wallet and Google Wallet for a simple, swift and secure membership check-in experience:

Where can NFC Wallet check-in be used?

NFC Wallet passes enhance the overall check-in experience for many sectors where membership status and permissions need to be quickly checked in a public venue:

Gyms and sports clubs

Gym chains and other sports clubs are using Apple Wallet and Google Wallet NFC passes, replacing QR codes, key fobs, wristbands and ID cards. They are being used for front desk check-in, gym/studio access, class check-in, checking into fitness equipment and controlling access to other gym amenities.

Private members clubs

Private membership clubs are giving their members the ultimate front desk check-in experience, using membership passes in Apple Wallet and Google Wallet. NFC membership cards are also used to check in to events and validate member benefits in restaurants and other areas.

Healthcare

Public and private healthcare service providers are issuing their scheme members with NFC passes in Apple Wallet and Google Wallet, instead of physical ID cards. Service users simply ‘tap’ to check in for doctor and hospital appointments and pick up prescriptions from pharmacies.

Other sectors are exploring using NFC Wallet for check-in. These include the travel sector for VIP membership, sports venues for VIP benefits, and manufacturers for audit/check-in processes.

Who is using NFC wallet check-in?

Our customers and partners are deploying VTAP NFC Wallet reader technology globally to enhance their membership check-in experience:

“Having explored the options, we found that the … VTAP reader technology was the right platform to bring exactly what we were asking for to reality. The Dot Origin team was with us all the way until we got it done – it was the right choice!”

Ryan Masanz
CTO, Anytime Fitness

“Moving to mobile wallet membership IDs was made much easier by using VTAP NFC readers, and the support Dot Origin provided to help us integrate with our check-in, Salesforce and Simphony PoS systems made the deployment seamless and straightforward”

Jeroen Serpieters
Director of Engineering, Soho House

“VTAP100 readers have been the perfect upgrade to our membership management system, delivering frictionless mobile access and check-in, with Dot Origin providing careful guidance and expert support throughout!”

Fouad Hassani
Chief Digital Officer & CIO, Keep Cool

“The advice and support we received from Dot Origin was excellent, and they delivered on their promise to supply cost-effective, reliable and secure NFC readers that matched exactly what we required”

Yuval Eyal
Head of Technology and Innovation, Maccabi

Why is check-in better with VTAP?

Empower your member management system to have more direct control over everything your members can do in your venues.

Boost app usage

Apple Wallet and Google Wallet NFC passes work perfectly alongside your existing app using an in-app button to add the digital NFC pass into the wallet. The frictionless wallet pass is used with on-site readers, collecting data for greater member personalisation.

Easy migration to NFC

VTAP readers simplify migration to the ‘just tap’ NFC experience for front desk check-in and venue access. A universal range of connectivity options ensures NFC wallet readers can be quickly and easily integrated into any system or existing venue.

Improved security

Unlike QR codes, NFC passes cannot be copied through screen grabs and shared with non-members. NFC-enabled digital membership passes are protected by the strong security of Apple Wallet and Google Wallet, being securely read by certified VTAP readers.

Why does VTAP make member check-in upgrade easier?

VTAP technology is designed for use by membership clubs, member management system providers, CRM platforms and technology integrators.

Legacy technology support

VTAP readers work with RFID cards, tags, wristbands and key fobs, enabling support for, and migration from, existing membership ID technologies. Readers can be used to directly replace existing QR code scanners, control them or work seamlessly alongside them.

NFC pass integrations

Works with any Apple Wallet and Google Wallet pass issuance platform that supports NFC, using the standard Apple and Google developer APIs. Many wallet pass and credential issuance platforms and membership/CRM providers are already integrated with VTAP technology.

Apple and Google certified

VTAP readers are fully certified for Apple VAS, ECP2/Access and Google Smart Tap. Security keys and application data are securely managed locally over USB, via a partner platform or via VTAP Cloud, creating end-to-end security and peace of mind.

Which VTAP products are best for member check-in upgrades?

Our range of VTAP products support a wide range of connectivity options for integration into all parts of the physical environment. Our cloud connectivity products link directly with existing online systems and apps, controlling the on-site member experience.

Boxed readers

VTAP NFC boxed readers support different connectivity options for directly interfacing with PCs, touch screen devices, turnstiles and access gates, enabling easy migration from legacy member ID solutions.

Reader modules & boards

VTAP NFC embedded reader boards & modules can be integrated into existing equipment such as turnstiles, access gates, kiosks and fitness equipment, giving full control over physical design.

VTAP Cloud

VTAP Cloud enables direct connectivity with online apps & management platforms plus management of the reader estate, which can involve deploying firmware updates and application-specific security keys.