How to use the Blockchain-powered Loyalty program app Loopin’ to earn Loop rewards?
Opinion: Positioned as a loyalty program that never expires, Loopin’ offers a way for users to earn and redeem rewards for their purchases across different vendors. The advantage of this loyalty program is that the program is not controlled by the vendors but rather the Loops Blockchain offering a great level of transparency and efficiency.
By adopting Blockchain technology the program can be used to earn and redeem rewards anywhere in the world. The reward earning experience on the app is seamless, although they could improve the review section.
Built by Greg Jarrett, Loopin’ is a Global loyalty program that isn’t vendor dependant. Would allow you to earn whenever you shop from any legitimate business. For vendors, Implementing it could potentially bring in more business locally and globally. There’s Foursquare too but without much progress due to its own limitations.
What makes Blockchain a preferred platform for Loopin’?
Blockchain technology is being considered even by Banks like JP Morgan, Chase, etc for the speed, transparency, and efficiency to process large amounts of transactions in a very short span of time across borders. Taking into consideration these factors, Loopin’ was built.
If you look at the bigger picture, the points gathered on Loopin’ are in the form of digital currency Loops, as the company grows and if they choose, they could increase the value of the points as well. These points don’t expire and could be used to purchase experiences and products while you are on travel, how cool is that? Blockchain makes all of this possible.
On the Loopin’ app, you can do the following:
Check-in (also known as Loopin’)
Check-in lets you check-in while visiting these businesses to earn points, post photos and reviews of the place.
Earn Loops
Earning points or loops can be done either through checking in to businesses that you visit or by performing certain tasks mentioned on the app from time to time.
Redeem Loops
Once you have accumulated a sizeable amount of Loops, you can redeem them at partner businesses across the world for Products or experiences. At present redeeming is available with a limited set of businesses only.
Share your review
Sharing your review about the location would help other users on the app. You could also let them know how easy it was to redeem the Loops at this specific location.
Unlock Badges
Each action on the app and membership tier counts towards earning a badge. Gaminfying intrigues your interest in the app.
Buy Loops
For users looking to get & redeem better offers and own more Loops on the app can purchase Loops for a price through the in-app Loop Store.
How to use the Blockchain-powered Loyalty program Loopin’ to earn Loop rewards?
Step 1: Download the Loopin’ app for Android here and Loopin’ app for iOS here
Step 2: Create an Account and verify its authenticity.
Step 3: Once logged in, you’ll see the Map view, with your current location. (Notice the tiny blue dot on it, that’s you.)
Step 4: On the search bar, look up the name of the restaurant or shop you’re at. or Tap on the place displaying on the map.
Step 5: The app will display all the offers and the activities happening at the venue. You could follow them or like them to know more about future offers.
Step 6: To check in to a place and earn Loops, on the top of the app, You will see a “Loopin” button. Tap on it.
Step 7: Add your experience/feeling, share a picture (optional) and Tap Done. You’ll earn your Loop points.
If you have any questions about the app, do let us know in the comments.
