As cities get smarter and mobility becomes more digital, the convenience of a parking app is undeniable. But not every parker wants to download one. 

Whether they’re in a hurry, visiting for the first time, or just prefer minimal digital interaction, many drivers look for quick, app-free ways to pay and park. That’s why offering seamless parking options without an app is just as important as having one – and with Get My Parking’s white-labeled platform, you can easily provide both.

Why App-Free Parking Matters

Even if your location has a well-designed parking app, not every user will be willing or able to download it. Tourists, one-time visitors, and infrequent users often prefer instant access over registration. App-free payment methods not only increase accessibility but also reduce friction, helping you capture revenue that might otherwise be lost due to user hesitation.

With Get My Parking, operators can set up multiple app-free payment options that work across all kinds of environments – gated or ungated, attended or fully automated.

1. QR Parking

One of the simplest ways to enable app-free parking is through QR code-based payments. All you need is clear signage at your parking location. Parkers can scan the code to open a white-labeled web portal where they enter their license plate, add a payment method, and complete their session. No apps, no downloads, just instant access to parking.

2. Text to Park

Some parkers prefer not to scan QR codes – no problem. With text-to-park, they simply text a specific keyword to the number on your signage. They’ll instantly receive a link to the same web portal used in QR-based payments. From there, they follow the same simple steps: enter license plate, pay online, and go. It’s quick, accessible, and works on any phone with texting capabilities.

3. Tap & Park: Card In, Card Out

For those who need to get in and out fast, with no time to scan or send a text, what works best might be tap-based access. With Tap & Park, drivers can tap a credit or debit card at entry to open the gate, and tap the same card again to exit. The system matches the taps and charges the card automatically. There’s no need for license plate entry or QR scans. Tap & Park works especially well in gated locations and for short-term or frequent parkers who want maximum speed with minimal interaction.

In ExpressLane environments, Tap & Park don’t even need to tap at the entry – thanks to LPR enhanced by GMP AI, the parker is identified by their license plate. They can tap just once at the exit gate to pay instantly!

4. Seamless Drive-In, Drive-Out with ExpressLane

At ExpressLane locations, parking becomes truly effortless. The system uses AI-powered License Plate Recognition (LPR) to automatically open entry gates. Parkers can just drive in – no ticket needed. If their license plates have been registered as a part of their permit or pakring benefits, the system will automatically identify and charge them when they exit, and a receipt will show up in their app.

Unregistered parkers can scan a QR code or use text-to-park while inside the lot to identify their session and add a payment method. Once done, the gate opens automatically on exit, and they’re charged without needing to download or register. It’s as easy as it gets.

One Platform, All the Options

With Get My Parking’s white-labeled platform, you can choose to set up app-based or app-free experiences, or both! We help operators digitize parking infrastructure with a full suite of payment options – QR, text, tap, and app – all customized to your brand and retrofitted to your existing equipment.

Whether you’re looking to upgrade your gates, introduce automated payments, or just make your facility more user-friendly, our platform adapts to your environment and your customers’ needs.

Ready to go digital with app-free options?

Schedule a demo with Get My Parking to see how easy it is to set up seamless, digital parking payments at your location.