Validation methods compared
Two ways to validate single-use vouchers in store. Both prevent reuse and track every redemption. The difference is how your staff interact with the coupon.
How it works
Both methods follow the same three-step process. The only difference is who triggers it.
Your two options
Staff taps on customer’s phone
The customer shows their voucher on screen. Staff taps the button. Done. The code is locked and the redemption is logged.
Staff scans from their own device
Staff open the scanner page on their phone and point the camera at the customer’s QR code. The system validates and redeems in one step.
Side by side
| Feature | Mark as Used | QR Scanning |
|---|---|---|
| Setup | Very easy | Moderate |
| Hardware | None | Phone with camera |
| Staff training | Minimal | Short session |
| Speed | Fast | Fast |
| Control level | Medium — staff taps | High — system-driven |
| Who triggers | Staff on customer’s phone | Staff from own device |
| Best for | Simple campaigns, small teams | Scaled operations, multiple locations |
Not sure? Start with Mark as Used.
Most teams upgrade to QR scanning later as volume grows. You can switch without changing your codes.
Go deeper
This page gives you the short version. The full guide covers setup, common mistakes, and when to switch between methods.
Keep exploring
Send yourself a test voucher. Redeem it with a tap or a scan. Try again — reuse is blocked. Two minutes, start to finish.
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