Cashless events, without the wristbands
Attendees preload credit onto wallet cards. Spend at any vendor via existing POS terminals. No wristbands. No proprietary hardware. Deployed in days.
What's not working with current solutions
NFC wristband systems are expensive and slow to deploy
Proprietary hardware, expensive readers, distribution logistics. Only makes sense for large recurring festivals.
Cash and cards slow down vendor lines
Long queues at food and drink vendors. Attendees miss shows, leave hungry, complain about lines.
Attendee data disappears after the event
No way to reach ticket buyers for next year's event, new offers, remarketing.
The 7Konto approach for cashless events
Attendee gets wallet card before event
Included with ticket purchase or added at check-in. QR code delivered via email/SMS — wallet card in Apple/Google Wallet in seconds.
Preload with event credit
Attendees preload credit online (better rates, promotional bonuses) or at event top-up stations.
Spend at any event vendor
Vendor terminals show QR, attendee scans with phone, transaction complete. No wristband to tap, no cash to count.
Vendor payouts automated
Every vendor gets automatic payout based on transaction volume. No cash handling, no reconciliation nightmares.
Attendee stays connected after event
Wallet card can remain as a loyalty card for future events. Push notifications for new events, exclusive presale, etc.
What you get
Purpose-built for cashless events use cases. Configured to match your specific workflows.
Existing terminal support
Vendor uses their own POS terminal or a rented one. No proprietary readers.
Multi-vendor architecture
Each vendor is a sub-account. Central platform manages all, individual vendors see their own data.
Real-time balance updates
Attendees see current balance in their wallet — no confusion, no arguments at counter.
Promotional pricing
Preload $50, get $60 credit at the event. Drive early sales, better attendee experience.
Refund unused balance
Attendees can request refund of unused balance, or roll to next event, or donate to a cause. Your choice.
Fast setup
From first call to live event deployment: 2-4 weeks. Faster than any wristband-based system.
Real-world applications
Specific ways businesses in this space use 7Konto today.
- Music festivals (multi-day events with dozens of vendors)
- Conferences (F&B, merchandise, networking events)
- Corporate events (company retreats, training weeks, holiday parties)
- Sports events (small to medium venues without proprietary systems)
- Trade shows (booth transactions, exclusive products)
- Wedding receptions and destination events (guest allowances at venue)
- University events (student allowances, orientation weeks)
- Pre-event online top-ups — attendees preload credits via widget or PSP checkout before arriving
Deployment expectations
2-4 weeks from first call to live event
Under 15 minutes per vendor (existing terminal + configuration)
Preload once, spend everywhere. No cash, no card fumbling.
Common questions from cashless events businesses
Do vendors need special equipment?
No. Any modern POS terminal that can display QR codes works. For vendors without POS terminals, we provide a simple mobile app they can use on any phone or tablet.
What about attendees without smartphones?
We provide a fallback: printed cards with QR codes that vendors can scan. Attendees show the printed card at checkout instead of their phone. Rare in modern events but available for edge cases.
How does this compare to NFC wristbands?
Wristbands need proprietary readers (expensive), physical distribution (logistics), and only work at that specific event. Our system uses existing terminals, attendee phones, and can persist as a loyalty program after the event. Much lower deployment cost, more flexible, better long-term customer relationships.
What happens to unused balances after the event?
Configurable per event: refund automatically, keep as event credit for next year, donate to charity partner, or forfeit after 30 days. Attendees see the policy upfront.
Can we sell tickets AND top-ups together?
Yes. Standard workflow: attendee buys ticket + $X credit in one transaction. Better UX, better economics (bundled purchases increase average spend).
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Ready to launch cashless events on 7Konto?
Free 30-day pilot with full setup and training. We configure everything for your specific business. No credit card required.