How Digital Stamp Cards Work

Loyalty basics

How Digital Stamp Cards Work

Customers scan a QR code to earn stamps toward a reward. Progress lives on a phone or account instead of cardboard.

A digital stamp card stores loyalty progress on a phone or account instead of cardboard. Customers scan a QR code to earn stamps. After enough stamps, they unlock a reward. With LoyalStamps, you print a QR code, skip special POS hardware, and let guests stamp via the app or email/web scan.

1

Set a goal

For example, 8 stamps = free coffee.

2

Add a stamp

Each qualifying visit adds a stamp to the customer's digital card.

3

Redeem the reward

When the goal is reached, they redeem the reward you offered.

4

Keep the progress

Progress lives with their account, so a lost paper card does not reset the relationship.

What the customer does

A typical visit looks like this:

  1. They buy (or check in) as usual.
  2. They scan your printed or on-screen QR code.
  3. A stamp lands on their digital card (app, or email/web path).
  4. They see how close they are to the reward.
  5. At the goal, they redeem what you configured.

Staff do not need a second loyalty terminal. Train the team to offer the scan the same way they once asked for a paper card. See how it works.

What the owner sets up

In the vendor app at store.loyalstamps.com, you can create stamp rules and rewards, issue vouchers, print or display the QR code, send Blasts, and use the mini CRM. See features for the full list.

App optional, rewards and messaging included

Customers can use the app or email/web scan. Rewards unlock at a stamp goal. Vouchers cover one-off promos. Blasts help you follow up after the visit. No POS integration is required. If you need a specific POS partner, ask support@loyalstamps.com.

Same flow for coffee shops, gyms, and salons. Deeper money guides: best for cafés, best for salons, best for gyms. Also see What is LoyalStamps?, digital vs paper, and pricing.

Frequently asked questions

How do digital stamp cards work in simple terms?

Customers scan a QR code to earn stamps toward a reward. Progress is stored digitally. At the goal, they redeem what you offered.

Do I print anything?

Usually yes: a printable QR for the counter, window, or receipt area. No dedicated loyalty printer is required.

Can customers stamp without an app?

Yes. LoyalStamps allows app use or email/web scan.

Is there a free trial?

Yes. 7-day free trial, then Vendor Pro at $10/mo or $100/yr. Confirm at store.loyalstamps.com.

Where do I learn product features?

See the features page, What is LoyalStamps?, and How it works for the full product walkthrough.

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