Powering Guest Experiences with App-Free Parking

Not every parker wants to download a parking app.

This is a common challenge parking operators face. Guest parkers who stop by for an event or a quick visit usually want the fastest way to park, pay, and move on with their day. In many cases, they do not want to download another app on their phone.

At Get My Parking, we have designed app-free parking journeys that make it easy for parkers to park and pay without the app.

Geremy Rodamer, VP of North America at Get My Parking, explains how these journeys work for non-app parkers while still keeping the process smooth and simple.

Starting a Parking Session

The process starts as soon as a guest parker arrives at the location. Parkers can either scan a QR code or text a number displayed at the location.

This opens a mobile webpage where they can:

• Enter their phone number/email
• Select how long they want to park
• Enter their license plate
• And complete payment.

Everything works directly from a mobile browser and supports Apple Pay, Google Pay, and credit cards. 

Parkers Stay in Control of Their Session

Once the parking session is created, the guest parkers can manage their session and access important details.

Here’s what they can do:

• View parking details
• Extend parking time
• Download receipts

Everything stays accessible in one place throughout the parking session. 

The Parking Experience Works for Validations

The app-free parking experience can also support parking validations. This allows parkers to receive discounted parking without needing to start over or go through a separate process.

A parker can scan a validation QR code or enter a promo code provided by a retailer or business on-site. The discount is then applied directly to their active parking session.

Validations will also be automatically applied for parking sessions created at specific locations or for select parker groups. 

The updated parking amount appears once the validation is applied.

App-Free Parking with ExpressLane

In ExpressLane environments, the parking session begins automatically when the vehicle enters the location.

The parker can claim their session by scanning a QR code using their phone. From there, they can:

• Enter their license plate
• Add their payment details
• And continue their visit as normal

When the parker exits, the system automatically charges them based on how long they stayed.

If the parker does not claim the session by scanning the QR code, they can tap their card or phone with Apple Pay at the exit. The system automatically calculates the parking fee, charges the payment, and opens the gate.

Let’s Give Parkers a Simpler Way to Pay

App-free parking makes it easier for guests and non-app users to start a session, pay, and manage their visit directly from their phone without extra steps.

Curious to see how it works? Get in touch with us for a demo.