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Products Capabilities

Create and manage products including subscriptions, one-time purchases, and punch cards with flexible pricing, payment options, and customer access controls. Sell memberships, class passes, packages, and services while maintaining full control over pricing, availability, and customer management.

Overview

Products allow you to create and sell subscriptions, one-time purchases, and punch cards to your customers. Set up flexible pricing with multiple payment options, manage customer access, handle package invites and waitlists, and integrate products with your classes, events, and appointments. Control product visibility, configure punch card capabilities, and track customer purchases—all in one system.

Core Features

Product Types

Feature Description User Benefit
Subscriptions Create recurring subscription products (monthly, weekly, yearly) Generate predictable recurring revenue
One-Time Purchases Sell single-payment products and packages Offer one-time services or packages
Punch Cards Create class passes and credit packages Sell multi-use passes that customers can use for classes or appointments
Custom Amount Products Allow customers to pay any amount Accept donations or flexible pricing
Variable Pricing Set price ranges with minimum and maximum amounts Offer tiered pricing or pay-what-you-want options

Pricing & Payment Options

Feature Description User Benefit
Fixed Pricing Set a single price for your product Simple, straightforward pricing
Variable Pricing Set minimum and maximum price ranges Offer flexible pricing options
Startup Fees Add one-time setup fees to subscriptions Cover initial costs or setup charges
Startup Fee Waivers Waive startup fees for existing customers Reward loyal customers
Multiple Currencies Set currency per product Support international customers
Payment Processing Secure credit card processing through Stripe Accept payments safely and securely

Subscription Management

Feature Description User Benefit
Recurring Billing Set up automatic recurring charges Generate predictable revenue without manual work
Billing Schedules Choose billing frequency (weekly, monthly, yearly) Match your business model
Subscription States Track active, past due, canceled, and ended subscriptions Monitor subscription health
Bulk Subscription Management Update or cancel multiple subscriptions at once Efficiently handle changes
Subscription Updates Change subscription prices or schedules Adapt to business needs
Customer Portal Integration Customers manage subscriptions through Stripe portal Reduce support requests

Punch Card Configuration

Feature Description User Benefit
Credit Issuance Configure how many credits are issued per purchase Set up multi-use passes
Credit Expiration Set expiration dates for credits Control when credits can be used
Billing Period Restrictions Restrict credit usage to billing periods Align with subscription windows
Contract Window Restrictions Restrict credit usage to contract periods Control access within contract terms
Product Mapping Map punch cards to classes, events, or appointment types Control which services credits can be used for
Credit Tracking Track credit usage and remaining credits Monitor customer usage

Product Visibility & Access

Feature Description User Benefit
Show in App Control whether products appear in customer app Control product visibility
Shop Visibility Show or hide products in public shop Manage what customers can see
Category Organization Organize products into categories Help customers find what they need
Product Ordering Set display order for products Prioritize featured products
Customer-Specific Access Control which customers can see which products Offer exclusive products or member-only pricing

Package Invites & Waitlists

Feature Description User Benefit
Package Invites Invite specific customers to purchase packages Target specific customers
Invite Acceptance Customers can accept or reject invites Give customers control
Invite Reminders Send reminders to customers with pending invites Increase conversion rates
Invite Cancellation Cancel pending invites Manage invite lifecycle
Waitlist Management Create waitlists for limited-availability products Capture interest when products are full
Single Purchase Only Limit products to single purchase per customer, preventing duplicate purchases Control product availability and prevent accidental repurchases
Waitlist Promotion Promote customers from waitlist when spots open Fill spots efficiently

Product Workflow & Redirects

Feature Description User Benefit
Purchase Redirects Redirect customers after purchase to specific pages Guide customers to next steps
External Redirects Redirect to external URLs after purchase Integrate with other systems
Page Redirects Redirect to specific site pages after purchase Customize post-purchase experience
No Redirect Keep customers on purchase page after purchase Provide immediate confirmation

Form Requirements

Feature Description User Benefit
Custom Forms Require customers to complete forms during purchase Collect waivers, intake forms, or preferences
Form Templates Use pre-built form templates Save time with ready-made forms
Multiple Forms Require multiple forms per product Collect comprehensive information
Form Validation Ensure forms are completed before purchase Collect required information

QR Code Generation

Feature Description User Benefit
Product QR Codes Generate QR codes for products Enable quick in-person purchases
Bulk QR Generation Generate QR codes for multiple products Efficiently create codes for all products
QR Code Display Show QR codes in product management Easy access to codes for printing

Key Capabilities

Product Creation & Management

Capability Details
Multiple Product Types Create subscriptions, one-time purchases, punch cards, or custom amount products
Flexible Pricing Set fixed prices, variable pricing ranges, or custom amounts
Product Details Add names, headlines, descriptions, and images to products
Bulk Creation Create multiple products at once with bulk operations
Product Updates Update product details, pricing, or settings anytime
Product Deletion Remove products when no longer needed

Payment Processing

Capability Details
Stripe Integration Secure credit card processing through Stripe
Multiple Payment Methods Accept credit cards, bank transfers, and more
Payment Tracking Track payment history and transaction status
Refund Processing Process refunds for purchases
Payment Links Generate secure payment links for customers
Customer Portal Customers manage payments through Stripe portal

Customer Access Control

Capability Details
Visibility Settings Control which products appear where
Access Restrictions Restrict products to specific customer groups
Invite-Only Products Create products that require invites
Waitlist Management Manage waitlists for limited-availability products
Single Purchase Only Limit products to single purchase per customer, preventing duplicate purchases
Customer-Specific Pricing Offer different prices to different customers
Customer Credit Balance Customers can use credit balance to pay for products at Point of Sale

Punch Card Features

Capability Details
Credit Configuration Set how many credits are issued per purchase
Expiration Management Set expiration dates for credits
Usage Restrictions Control when and where credits can be used
Product Mapping Map punch cards to specific services
Credit Tracking Track credit usage and remaining credits

Customization Options

Option What Users Can Customize
Product Type Choose between subscription, one-time purchase, punch card, or custom amount
Pricing Strategy Set fixed prices, variable pricing ranges, or custom amounts
Billing Schedule Choose weekly, monthly, or yearly billing for subscriptions
Startup Fees Add one-time setup fees with waiver options
Product Details Customize name, headline, description, and images
Visibility Settings Control where products appear (app, shop, categories)
Workflow & Redirects Configure post-purchase redirects and workflows
Form Requirements Require custom forms during purchase
Punch Card Configuration Set credit issuance, expiration, and usage restrictions

Limits & Constraints

Limit Details
Product Types Create unlimited products of any type
Pricing Ranges Variable pricing supports any minimum/maximum range
Subscription Schedules Choose from weekly, monthly, or yearly billing
Punch Card Credits Set any number of credits per purchase
Product Categories Organize products into unlimited categories
Package Invites Send unlimited invites to customers
Waitlist Size No hard limit on waitlist size

Advanced Features

Bulk Operations

Feature Description User Benefit
Bulk Product Creation Create multiple products at once Efficiently set up product catalog
Bulk Updates Update multiple products simultaneously Make changes across products quickly
Bulk Subscription Management Update or cancel multiple subscriptions Handle changes efficiently
Bulk QR Generation Generate QR codes for all products Create codes for printing

Product Analytics

Feature Description User Benefit
Purchase Tracking Track product purchases and revenue Monitor product performance
Subscription Metrics Monitor active, canceled, and ended subscriptions Understand subscription health
Punch Card Usage Track credit usage and remaining credits Monitor customer engagement
Revenue Reporting Generate revenue reports by product Make data-driven decisions

Integration Capabilities

Feature Description User Benefit
Class Integration Link products to classes for access control Control who can attend classes
Event Integration Link products to events for access control Control event registration
Appointment Integration Link products to appointment types Control appointment booking
Form Integration Require forms during purchase Collect required information
Stripe Integration Process payments through Stripe Accept secure payments
Customer Portal Customers manage subscriptions through Stripe Reduce support requests

Integration Capabilities

Integration What It Enables
Payment Processing Accept credit card payments through Stripe
Subscription Management Automatic recurring billing and customer portal access
Class & Event Access Control access to classes and events based on product ownership
Appointment Booking Control appointment booking based on product ownership
Forms System Require custom forms during purchase
Customer Portal Customers manage subscriptions and payments
QR Codes Generate QR codes for in-person purchases
Email Notifications Send purchase confirmations and subscription updates