NFC Wallet for sports & events venues
Major sports brands and venue owners are replacing paper tickets and QR codes with NFC-enabled tickets, season and VIP passes in Apple Wallet and Google Wallet to eliminate fraud and remove friction in venues.
NFC Wallet for sports & events venues
Major sports brands and venue owners are replacing paper tickets and QR codes with NFC-enabled tickets, season and VIP passes in Apple Wallet and Google Wallet to eliminate fraud and remove friction in venues.
Why use NFC passes in Apple Wallet or Google Wallet for event venues?
4x faster than QR codes
NFC tickets work just like Apple Pay or Google Pay for fast venue access without having to search for an app, QR code or physical ticket. They are auto-selected when a phone or Apple Watch is tapped and require no mobile connectivity.
Eliminate ticket fraud
QR codes and barcodes are easily photographed and shared. NFC mobile wallet tickets eliminate fraud as ticket data is encrypted and tickets are locked to users’ phone accounts within Apple Wallet or Google Wallet.
More in-venue engagement
Increased ticket validation and usage boosts fan engagement on-site. From the moment fans arrive, to the moment they leave, NFC ensures a superior experience and provides new opportunities for increased engagement.
See how NFC passes within Apple Wallet and Google Wallet are being used by venue owners like football clubs:
What else can NFC Wallet passes do in sports & events venues?
Fan loyalty
In-venue cafes, bars, restaurants and shops can use NFC membership cards for loyalty points collection to offer redemption and to apply discounts. Insights and data collected allow personalisation of offers and increase revenues.
Boost app usage
NFC passes work perfectly alongside existing fan apps, using a simple button to add the digital NFC ticket into the wallet. Use of the frictionless wallet pass on-site can feed data to apps to make them even more beneficial.
Cashless payments
NFC Wallet can be used for fast stored value payments around venues, speeding up payments, adding convenience and reducing costs, compared with traditional credit or debit card payments.
Who is using NFC Wallet passes in their venues?
Our customers and partners are deploying VTAP NFC Wallet reader technology globally to enhance their sports & events venue experience:
“We are not just introducing a new membership card. It is a gateway to the future of the club and to FC Porto’s relationship with its members.”
Tiago Madureira
Vice President, FC Porto
“The VTAP NFC readers have become an important part of our infrastructure, supporting our digital transformation towards a contactless visitor experience and enabling our NFC tickets and vouchers to be easily checked and redeemed throughout the site. Dot Origin’s support has been excellent and we’re very glad to be working with the experts in this field.”
George Vaughan
Head of Technology, Ascot Racecourse
What makes VTAP readers different?
VTAP technology is designed for use by sports venue owners, ticketing providers, in-venue catering systems, access control systems and integrators.
Why is VTAP technology a game changer for sports venues?
Empower your ticketing, access control and in-venue systems to have more direct control over everything your fans can do.
Easily replace QR codes
VTAP NFC readers work with any existing Apple Wallet and Google Wallet pass or ticket issuance platform that supports NFC. NFC Wallet passes can include dynamic functionality to enhance the event experience, multi-day tickets and season passes.
Seamless fan experience
NFC Wallet tickets don’t require any mobile coverage or Wi-Fi to find or use them. VTAP support for Apple iBeacon enables ticket reminders when near a reader, minimising friction even further, with relevant wallet ticket notifications sent after interactions.
Improved security
Unlike QR codes, NFC passes cannot be copied through screen grabs and shared fraudulently. NFC-enabled digital tickets and VIP passes are protected by the strong security of Apple Wallet and Google Wallet and securely read by certified VTAP readers.
Legacy technology support
VTAP readers work with RFID cards, tags, wristbands and fobs, enabling support for, and migration from, existing ticketing technologies. Readers can be used to directly replace existing QR code scanners or work seamlessly alongside them.
Robust technology
VTAP products are designed for regular use in public indoor & outdoor environments, with different form factors and integration options, to fit into turnstiles, access gates, kiosks and handheld devices.
Apple and Google certified
VTAP readers are fully certified for Apple VAS, Google Smart Tap and Apple ECP2/Access. Security keys and application data are securely managed locally over USB or via VTAP Cloud, creating end-to-end security and peace of mind.
What VTAP products are best for sports venues?
Our range of VTAP products support a wide range of connectivity options for integration into all parts of the events venue environment. Our cloud connectivity products link directly with existing online systems and apps, controlling the in-venue fan experience.
Boxed readers
Various models of VTAP NFC reader connect directly to PCs, touch screen devices, turnstiles, PoS systems and access gates, enabling easy migration from existing ticketing and access schemes.
Reader modules & boards
VTAP NFC reader boards and modules can be integrated inside existing equipment such as turnstiles, access gates, kiosks and PoS, providing full control over physical design.
IP-connected readers
VTAP Cloud enables direct connectivity with online ticketing systems/apps including managing the reader estate, deploying firmware updates and application-specific security keys.
Boxed readers
Various models of VTAP NFC reader connect directly to PCs, touch screen devices, turnstiles, PoS systems and access gates, enabling easy migration from existing ticketing and access schemes.
Reader modules & boards
VTAP NFC reader boards and modules can be integrated inside existing equipment such as turnstiles, access gates, kiosks and PoS, providing full control over physical design.
IP-connected readers
VTAP Cloud enables direct connectivity with online ticketing systems/apps including managing the reader estate, deploying firmware updates and application-specific security keys.