Summary: This guide explains how to use third-party NFC (Near Field Communication) tools to create a "Tap-to-Give" experience for your congregation. Following these steps will allow you to program NFC tags with your Tithely Giving URL, making it easy for members to donate with a simple tap of their smartphone.
Before You Begin
You will need to purchase your own NFC tools, such as programmable tags, stickers, or cards, from a third-party vendor (e.g., TapTag.shop, TAPiTAG, or blank generic tags).
You will need your church's unique Tithely Giving URL (e.g.,
https://tithe.ly/give?c=YOURCHURCH).You will need a smartphone with a free NFC programming app installed (available on both iOS and Android app stores).
Disclaimer: The third-party providers mentioned in this guide are suggestions, not Tithely affiliates. Tithely cannot provide product-specific support for these tools.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Open your NFC programming app on your smartphone.
Program a blank NFC tag by entering your church's Tithely Giving URL into the app's data field.
Write or save the URL to the tag by holding your smartphone close to it, following the app's prompts.
Test the programmed tag by tapping a different NFC-enabled smartphone to it. Confirm that it correctly opens your church's Tithely Giving page in a web browser.
Place the programmed NFC tags in high-visibility areas around your church, such as on the back of pews, at a welcome desk, or on offering boxes.
Add clear signage like "Tap Here to Give" or "Use Your Phone to Donate" to instruct your members on how to use the new giving method.
Promote the new Tap-to-Give option during services, in your bulletin, and on social media to educate your congregation.
Troubleshooting & FAQs
What is NFC and how does it work? NFC (Near Field Communication) is a technology that allows devices to share information over very short distances. In this case, the NFC tag stores your giving page URL, and when a smartphone taps it, the tag tells the phone to open that specific webpage.
The NFC tag isn't working when I tap my phone to it. First, ensure that NFC is enabled in your smartphone's settings (this is common on Android devices). Second, make sure you are tapping the correct part of your phone (usually the top-back) to the tag. Finally, re-test the tag with your programming app to ensure the URL was saved correctly.
How do I find my church's Tithely Giving URL? Log in to your Tithely admin account, navigate to the Giving section, click on the Giving Form tab, and then select the Link/Embed sub-tab. Your primary giving URL will be listed there.