Let’s face it—most loyalty programs either overwhelm consumers with complexity or try too hard to stand out with features people aren’t asking for. Consumers tell us what they want: simplicity, no annoying app installs, and a system that makes them feel rewarded without extra hassle. meed meets this desire.
It’s straightforward for retailers: just a handful of steps to set up, no need for tricky tech integrations, and a low-barrier way of offering rewards that feel meaningful. For customers, it’s refreshingly simple, app-free, and genuinely fun to participate in.
A Stamp Card – But More Flexible and Digital
Stamp cards may be old school, but they work—and with meed, they’re modernised for today’s expectations. Here’s what small business owners can do:
Create Your Reward Type: Consider offering redemptions, discounts, or cash-value vouchers—whatever works best for your customers.
Turn On the Stamp Card Feature: Decide how many stamps your customers need to redeem that voucher—for example, five visits for a free coffee or ten for a discount voucher.
Let Your Customers Collect Stamps: Whether they scan a QR code at the counter or tap an NFC tag on their way in, your customers' loyalty is tracked digitally without any physical clutter.
If you’re unsure about the setup, we put together a simple guide to help you out: Create a Stamp Card Cheatsheet.
Turning "Check-ins" Into an Advantage
How do you keep customers engaged even when loyalty programs fail? meed’s self-check-in feature could be your solution. It allows your customers to play an active role by scanning a QR code or tapping an NFC tag whenever they visit. There is no need to ask cashiers for stamp validation, no guesswork—just one action for instant engagement. Customers “do the work” and are happy to do it because the process is frictionless.
5 Creative Ideas for Using Self Check-Ins for Your Reward Program
This simple tool can work wonders in different business types. Here’s a breakdown of practical yet fun ways to make it work:
For Coffee Shops & Bakeries: Place your check-in QR code at the counter or on a tabletop. With every scan, let customers collect stamps toward free drinks or baked goods. Feel free to add small challenges—for example, bonus stamps for ordering during quieter hours like mid-afternoon which you can add using the meed Business App. Think of it like “gamifying” everyday visits.
For Gyms & Fitness Studios: Place the QR code at the main entrance, where members can automatically log their visits. After ten workouts, reward consistent check-ins with a free smoothie or a voucher for a free group yoga session. This approach fosters habits (and earns customer loyalty) without complicating things.
For Retail Boutiques: Are you trying to increase customer engagement during slower times? On weekday afternoons, offer a double-stamp bonus at check-ins. You can also set up multiple store scan points to encourage exploration—for example, a QR by new arrivals or seasonal collections.
For Local Restaurants: Use check-ins as incentives to bring customers back during off-peak hours. For example, customers can earn one stamp for a lunchtime meal and two if they visit on a Tuesday evening. Reward them with a complimentary appetiser once they rack up enough lunchtime scans.
For Community Spaces or Galleries: Place QR codes strategically within an exhibit, workshop, or pop-up event space. Customers “collect stamps” to visit different parts of the experience, and after a few visits, they unlock discounts on tickets for upcoming events.
Why It’s a Win-Win for Businesses
Self-check-ins make reward programs intuitive for customers and easy for business owners. It’s just one QR code with a simple, repeatable action.
Customers love the autonomy, and it keeps them coming back. Engaging loyalty doesn’t need to involve an elaborate app or infrastructure—meed provides a straightforward system designed to meet the needs of small business owners and real, everyday customers.
Rewarding loyalty doesn’t have to be complicated—and with meed, it’s not. Let’s keep it simple, innovative, and fun for everyone involved.
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