How To Sell Gift Cards Across Multiple Channels Using Tekmatix

Why Selling Gift Cards in Tekmatix Matters

Gift cards are more than just a convenience feature they are a revenue accelerator.

With Tekmatix Gift Cards, you can:

• Generate immediate cash flow before services are redeemed

• Offer flexible gifting options for customers

• Sell across multiple channels without rebuilding your checkout flows

• Expand reach both online and offline (QR codes, embeds, invoices, etc.)
  

Whether you’re a local business, agency, coach, or service provider, gift cards help you monetize faster while giving customers an easy way to buy for themselves or others.

What Does “Selling Gift Cards” Mean in Tekmatix?

Selling Gift Cards in Tekmatix means offering a prepaid balance as a product that customers can purchase and redeem later.

Once purchased, Tekmatix:

• Creates a Gift Card Order

• Generates a unique gift card with:

  • A checkout link

  • An embed code

  • A QR code

• Delivers the gift card immediately or on a scheduled date, depending on checkout selection
  

Gift cards can be sold as:

• A standalone product

• An add-on inside existing checkout flows
  
  

Key Benefits of Selling Gift Cards in Tekmatix

Why Businesses Use Gift Cards

• Multiple sales channels: Sell via links, embeds, QR codes, or existing checkouts

• Built-in gifting: Customers can buy for themselves or someone else

• Safe testing: Separate Test and Live modes prevent errors

• Upfront revenue: Get paid before services are redeemed

• Brand control: Upload custom designs and match your brand look

Before You Start: Prerequisites Checklist

Before selling gift cards, confirm the following:

At least one Gift Card Product is created and active

• Go to Payments → Gift Cards → Create Gift Card

A payment method is connected

• Required to collect payments during checkout
  
  

Understanding Test Mode vs Live Mode

Tekmatix provides two environments to protect your business:

Test Mode

• Used for internal testing only

• Separate checkout links

• Gift cards can only be redeemed in test checkouts

Live Mode

• Used for real customer purchases

• Gift cards are redeemable in live checkouts only
  

Tip: Always test pricing, delivery timing, and messaging in Test Mode before selling live.

Where You Can Sell Gift Cards in Tekmatix

Gift Cards can be sold across multiple channels simultaneously:

• Dedicated Checkout Link

• Embed Code (website pages)

• QR Code (print or in-person use)

• Forms

• Funnels

• Stores

• Payment Links

• Invoices

• Calendars (if product payments are enabled)
  
  

Option 1: How To Sell Gift Cards Using a Dedicated Checkout Link

This is the fastest way to start selling gift cards no funnel or form required.

Steps

1. Go to Payments → Gift Cards
   

   

2. Locate your gift card product

3. Click Sell

   

4. Copy the Live Checkout Link

   

5. Share the link via email, SMS, social media, or website buttons
   
   

Best For

• Email promotions

• SMS broadcasts

• Social media posts

• “Buy Gift Card” website buttons
  
  

How to Access the Test Checkout Link for Gift Cards

Follow the steps below to copy a Test Mode link for internal QA purposes, without impacting live balances.

Steps

1. Go to Payments → Gift Cards
   

2. Open the Test Mode Checkout Link

3. In the top-right corner, click Test Mode Checkout Link. This will generate a test checkout link you can use safely for internal testing.

Customer Experience Using the Dedicated Checkout Link

This overview outlines the steps a buyer follows when purchasing a gift card through the Dedicated Checkout Link.

Steps

1. Choose a Gift Card Amount. The buyer selects one of the available denominations (for example, $10, $25, $50, or $100).

   

2. Choose the Recipient. The buyer indicates whether the gift card is for Myself or Someone Else.

   • For someone else: The checkout collects the recipient’s name and email, along with the sender’s name and email.

     

   • For myself: The checkout collects the buyer’s name and email.

     

3. Set the Delivery Options. The buyer chooses to Deliver Now or Schedule for Later, selecting a date (and time, if available). An optional personal message can also be added for the recipient.

   Important: Scheduled gift cards are sent at a later time; however, if the gift card code is accessed and used at any checkout before the scheduled delivery, it can still be redeemed.

   

4. Complete Payment and Confirmation. The buyer selects a payment method and clicks Pay. Once the payment is successful, the buyer can immediately download the gift card from the confirmation screen.

   

5. Step 5: Gift Card Delivery. If the gift card is for someone else, the recipient receives it via email at the selected delivery time (immediately or on the scheduled date).

   

Option 2: How To Sell Gift Cards Using an Embed Code

Embedding allows customers to buy gift cards without leaving your website.

Steps

1. Go to Payments → Gift Cards

2. Click Sell on the gift card

3. Copy the Embed Code
   

   

4. Paste it into:

   • WordPress pages

   • Blog posts

   • Landing pages

   • Link-in-bio pages
     
     

Option 3: How To Sell Gift Cards Using QR Codes

QR codes are ideal for offline and in-person sales.

Steps

1. Go to Payments → Gift Cards

2. Click QR Code on the gift card
   

   

3. Download or copy the QR link
   

   
   

4. Use it on:

   • Posters

   • Flyers

   • In-store signage

   • Event booths
     
     

Option 4: How To Sell Gift Cards Through Existing Checkouts

You can add gift cards as products inside your existing selling flows.

Supported Channels

• Forms

• Funnels

• Stores

• Payment Links

• Invoices

• Calendars
  
  

Adding Gift Cards to a Form

1. Go to Websites & Funnels → Forms

   

2. Open or create a form

3. Drag the Sell Products element
   

   

4. Select your gift card product
   

   

5. Save and publish
   
   

Selling Through Funnels

Offer gift cards on one-step or two-step order forms within a funnel.

1. Go to Websites & Funnels → Funnels

2. Open an existing funnel or create a new one.

3. Drag the Form element onto your funnel page.

   

4. Click the form element and choose your gift card form from the dropdown. If you don’t have a gift card form yet, click the link to create one.

   

5. After adding the form and making edits, publish the funnel.

Selling Through Stores

Display gift cards in your online store so customers can browse and purchase like any other product.

1. Go to Websites & Funnels→ Stores and open an existing store or create a new one.

2. Go to Products From the store page, select the Products tab.

   

3. Add Gift Card to Store. Check the box next to the gift card(s) you want to include. Click Bulk Actions → Include in this store.

   

4. Preview. Customers can now browse and buy gift cards just like any other product.

   

Selling Through Payment Links

Payment Links are quick to create and easy to share via email or chat.

1. Create a Payment Link. Navigate to Payments → Payment Links and create a new link.

   

2. Add Gift Card as Product. Select your gift card from the product dropdown, then click Save.

   

3. Share the Link. Click Copy/Send to share the payment link with customers.

   

Selling Through Invoices

Gift cards can be added to invoices for customers who prefer invoicing workflows. Upon payment, a gift card order is generated automatically.

1. Open or Create an Invoice. Go to Payments → Invoices & Estimates and open or create an invoice.

   

2. Add Gift Card as Product. Under Add Products, select the gift card(s). Once ready, click Send to deliver the invoice to the customer.

   

Delivery Upon Payment. After the invoice is paid, the gift card is automatically delivered to the buyer.

Selling Through Calendars

If your calendar supports product-based payments, gift cards can be added to appointment flows. A gift card form must be created first.

1. Open Calendar Settings. Go to Calendar Settings and click Edit on the calendar you want to add gift cards to.

   

2. Select the Form. Under Forms & Payments, choose your gift card form from the Select Form dropdown.

   

3. Enable Payments. Toggle on Accept Payments under Payments, then click Save.

   

Sample Use Case: Holiday Campaign for a Local Business

Scenario

A local wellness studio wants to boost holiday sales.

Setup in Tekmatix

• Creates $25, $50, and $100 gift cards

• Shares the checkout link via email and SMS

• Displays a QR code at the front desk

• Adds gift cards to online checkout forms

Outcome

• Customers buy gifts for friends and family

• Revenue is collected before appointments are booked

• Gift cards are redeemed gradually over time

Result: Increased cash flow and higher retention.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I sell the same gift card across multiple channels?
Yes. Inventory updates automatically across all sales channels.

What happens if a gift card product is deactivated?
The checkout link stops working, but gift cards already added to other checkouts must be manually removed.

Can gift cards be used to buy other gift cards?
No. Gift cards cannot be used to purchase additional gift cards.

Which payment providers support redemption?
Redemption is supported with Stripe, NMI, Authorize.net, and Square.