How We Verify POS Compatibility Before Printing

Gift cards and key tags must work correctly with your POS system at checkout. Because POS systems handle gift cards differently, compatibility must be confirmed before anything is printed.

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At Scan-Cards, every order is reviewed by a real specialist to help reduce formatting, scanning, or redemption issues.

Why POS Compatibility Verification Matters

Using the wrong card format can cause:

  • Scan failures
  • Swipe errors
  • Incorrect redemption
  • Checkout delays

POS verification helps identify potential issues before production, rather than after cards are already printed.

What We Review Before Printing

Before any cards or key tags are printed, a specialist reviews:

  • Your POS system or software
  • How gift cards or key tags are redeemed
  • Whether barcodes or magnetic stripes are required
  • Barcode type, length, and structure
  • Magnetic stripe data requirements
  • Scanner or reader compatibility
  • Workflow at checkout or front desk

This review is based on how your system is actually used, not assumptions.

How the Verification Process Works

Step 1: POS & Workflow Review

We review the POS system you use and how gift cards or key tags are handled during checkout or account lookup.

Step 2: Format Confirmation

We confirm whether barcode, magnetic stripe, or another identifier is required.

Learn about barcode gift cards →Learn about magnetic stripe gift cards →

Step 3: Numbering & Data Structure Review

We verify number length, sequencing, and formatting to match your system's requirements.

Step 4: Hardware Compatibility Check

We confirm scanner or reader compatibility when applicable.

What Verification Helps Prevent

Verification before printing helps reduce issues such as:

  • Cards that do not scan
  • Cards that cannot be redeemed
  • POS errors caused by incorrect formatting
  • Manual workarounds at checkout

While no system is identical, reviewing compatibility early helps reduce avoidable problems.

Verification for Gift Cards vs Key Tags

Gift cards and key tags may behave differently within the same POS system.

Gift cards typically store or reference value

Key tags often link to customer or membership accounts and may not store value directly

Each may require different formatting and handling.

View gift card options →View key tag options →

When Verification Happens

Compatibility verification occurs:

  • Before printing
  • Before final production approval
  • Before cards are manufactured and shipped

This ensures potential issues are identified early.

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If you are unsure how your POS system handles gift cards or key tags, we can review your setup before anything is printed.

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