JeriCommerce provides multiple ways to identify your customers at the Point of Sale (POS) so they can use their loyalty and coupon cards seamlessly. The right choice depends on your current hardware and how fast you want checkout to be.
QR Code or Barcode (Standard Setup)¶
This is the fastest and easiest way to start. It works natively with Shopify POS camera scan and integrates easily with most barcode scanners.
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Pros | QR: immediate deployment, no extra hardware. Barcode: easy integration with existing scanners. |
| Requirements | Shopify POS / Integration via Shopify & API to barcode POS system |
| Activation | 1 day |
Apple & Google Wallet NFC (Contactless Experience)¶
NFC technology lets customers simply "tap" their phone against a reader to identify their loyalty card — without opening the Wallet app or waking up their screen.
Compatible Hardware (NFC Readers)¶
Standard credit card terminals usually cannot read loyalty passes via NFC unless specifically set up for it.
- NFC identification requires dedicated hardware (Pass Readers) integrated with your POS.
- JeriCommerce officially supports and integrates with VTAP readers, the industry standard for digital pass interaction.
Apple NFC Certificate Approval¶
To use the NFC chip for loyalty passes on iPhones, Apple requires explicit approval and a special certificate for your brand. This process involves a manual review by Apple and can take several weeks.
Technical Setup¶
Turning on NFC requires a synchronization between the hardware reader, your Apple/Google developer accounts, and the JeriCommerce platform.
How to Set Up NFC for Loyalty Cards¶
If you want to provide a premium contactless experience, we're here to help you manage the complexity. Before toggling the "Activate NFC" switch, please schedule a brief meeting with our Support team to:
- Confirm your current POS compatibility.
- Guide you through the Apple NFC Certificate application.
- Coordinate the acquisition and setup of VTAP hardware.