Collect Cover Charges, Cashless.
Sell pre-paid cover charges, eliminate door cash handling, and give guests a faster, frictionless entry — all from one dashboard.
Cashless Cover
Guests pre-pay their cover charge — no cash, no fumbling at the door.
QR Scan Entry
Guests show a QR code at the door — instant, contactless check-in.
Direct Deposit
Cover revenue lands in your account — no end-of-night cash counts.
Live Analytics
Track entries, cover sales, and revenue in real time.
Time Slots
Offer specific entry windows so guests arrive when it suits you.
Fraud Protection
Each cover is unique and verified — no screenshots, no duplicates.
How It Works
Four steps to digitize your cover charge and speed up your door.
Set Up Your Cover Charge
Configure cover pricing, time slots, and capacity limits for your venue.
Guests Pre-Pay & Receive QR
Guests pay their cover through the FirstIn app or web. They receive a unique, verified QR code instantly.
Scan & Walk In
Door staff scans the QR code with any device. The guest is verified and walks right in — no cash, no paper lists, no confusion.
Track & Optimize
View real-time analytics on cover sales, entry flow, and revenue. Nightly reports are sent automatically to your team.
Flexible Pricing & Time Slots
- Set the price for each cover and time slot.
- Offer specific entry windows — guests arrive when it suits your venue.
- Price your busiest nights differently by creating separate covers for them.
- Enable Cover Passes per-event or as a permanent venue offering.
- Security earns gratuity directly from cover sales — an added incentive for your door staff.
QR Scan & Instant Verification
- Door staff scans QR codes with any device — confirms the guest and grants entry on the spot.
- Each cover is unique and single-use. Screenshots and duplicates are automatically rejected.
- All staff devices stay synced with live entry data — no miscommunication.
Real-Time Analytics & Reporting
- Track cover sales, entry flow, wait times, and revenue in real time.
- Nightly reports are generated and delivered automatically — no manual pulls.
- Identify peak hours, optimize pricing, and measure the impact on guest satisfaction.
Simple Fees
A small service fee is applied to each Cover Pass purchase. Venues can choose to absorb the fee or pass it to the guest.
1.5%
per transaction
Works on Every Device
Guests purchase on mobile or desktop. Staff scan at the door with any device.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Modernize Your Cover?
Start collecting Cover Passes and give your guests a faster, cashless arrival.