Can EfirCards be used across multiple locations? A detailed explanation for business owners.
Owners of cafes, shops, beauty salons, and other online businesses often ask: Can EfirCards be used at multiple retail locations simultaneously? The answer is yes, and the system supports several convenient scenarios for online businesses. In this article, we'll explore in detail how it works, the available options, their differences, and how to choose the right one for your business.
Is EfirCards suitable for businesses with multiple locations?
Yes, the system fully supports network operations – from 2 to 50+ locations.
You can:
- use one card for the entire network,
- or create a separate card for each store.
Both options work correctly, and the choice depends on the format of your loyalty program.
Option #1 – One card for the entire network
This is the most popular scenario.
How it works
- A single digital card is created in your personal account: a discount card, a loyalty card, a cashback card, or a stamp card.
- You place a single QR code near the cash register or at customer touchpoints (tables, signs, menus, checklists).
- The customer scans the QR code, installs the card, and every visit to any location in your chain is entered into the unified EfirCards CRM system.
Advantages of a single card
- Convenience for the customer: one card for all branches.
- Centralized analytics across the entire network.
- Unified discount and bonus policy.
- Simplified marketing communications and mailings.
- Fewer cards means easier loyalty program management.
Suitable for:
✔ Cafe and coffee shop chains
✔ Retail store chains
✔ Barbershops
✔ Medical and service centers
Option #2 – Separate cards for each outlet
This approach is chosen by those who want to emphasize the individuality of each location.
How it works
- A separate card is created for each outlet.
- Each card has its own design and QR code.
- Customers install the card only for the outlet where they make a purchase.
- All cards exist in parallel in the system, and the business sees statistics for each outlet.
Advantages of separate cards
- Ability to set up different discounts for different locations.
- Different promotions, personalization, and separate "stamp cards" for each outlet.
- Effective marketing for outlets with a unique audience.
- Convenient for franchises or quasi-franchises.
Suitable for:
✔ Chains with outlets of different formats or prices
✔ Brands with different menus/product ranges
✔ Partner locations and franchisees
✔ Businesses that want to test different loyalty schemes
How EfirCards charges network operations
It's important to understand:
the system does NOT charge for the number of your retail locations.
The cost depends only on:
👉 the number of active cards issued.
Example:
- You have 4 locations
- each has issued 100 cards
- total: 400 active cards
Payment is for a price package that includes 400 cards –
❌ not for 4 locations,
✔ but for the number of cards in actual use.
How to choose a tariff – an example on the built-in calculator
The website features a convenient calculator. It displays the plan based on the number of cards:
- 500 cards → one plan
- 5,000 cards → another plan
- 20,000 cards → corporate package
The algorithm is simple:
- Indicate the planned number of active cards.
- The system will automatically suggest a suitable plan.
- You can scale the number of cards as your network grows.
Which option you should choose for your network
Choose a single card if:
- You have a standard line of services at all locations
- You want a unified brand and common analytics
- You need the most convenient solution for your customers
Choose separate cards for each location if:
- Your locations are very different
- You have franchisees or partner locations
- You want different discounts or promotions
- You need separate marketing campaigns
EfirCards allows you to combine both approaches – the system is flexible and scalable to any format.
Conclusion
Using EfirCards across a network of multiple locations is not only possible but also convenient.
You choose what suits your format: one card for the entire network or different cards for each location. The system doesn't limit the number of locations and charges only active cards, making usage transparent and cost-effective.
If you're expanding your network and want to implement a modern digital loyalty program, EfirCards is a simple, flexible, and scalable tool that grows with your business.
FAQ
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Can one EfirCards digital card be used across all retail outlets in the network?
Yes. You can create one universal card, and it will work across all your locations. Customers install the card once and use it at any branch.
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Can I create different loyalty cards for each store?
Yes. The system allows you to create separate cards with unique designs, discount terms, and custom QR codes for each location.
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Is there a limit to the number of stores in EfirCards?
No. The system does not limit the number of stores where a card can be used. You can connect 2, 10, or 50+ locations.
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How is the cost calculated if I have multiple stores?
The rate is based only on the number of active cards issued, not the number of your branches. For example, 4 stores x 100 issued cards = 400 active cards.
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Can I use different types of cards (discount cards, stamped cards, cashback) across my network?
Yes. You can use any type of card – simple discounts, cumulative rewards, cashback, or stamped cards – and they will work at all locations.
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How does a customer receive a card if I have multiple locations?
You place QR codes at any or all locations. The customer scans the code, installs the card in Google Pay/Apple Wallet, and uses it throughout the entire network or only at a specific location, depending on the card you've configured.
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Can I manage overall analytics across the entire network?
Yes. If you use a single card, the system displays analytics across the entire network: purchases, returns, customer activity, etc.
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Can I manage analytics separately for each location?
Yes. If you use separate cards for each branch, you will see statistics for each card and each location separately.
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Do I need to connect an API for the card to work across the network?
No. An API is only required for automatic integration with the cash register. Manual use of the card does not require any integration.
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Is EfirCards suitable for franchises?
Yes. You can create unique cards for each partner or use one shared card for the entire franchisee network – both options are available.
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Can I use different discount levels at different locations?
Yes. If you create separate cards for each location, you can assign different discount programs and terms.
