How smartphones and cashless payments are driving demand for online tickets

24 Oct 2024 - Ticketize Team

Technology and changing habits are leading many organisations to switch to online ticket sales, even those that have typically relied on cash sales.

Smartphones have become an everyday item for most poeple

By 2025 it is predicted that 95% of the UK adult population will be using a smartphone (source: uSwitch).

Smartphones have revolutionised daily life. From shopping to banking, tasks can now be completed with a few taps. Grocery shopping is easier with apps for online ordering, pickup, or home delivery. Social interactions have evolved, allowing instant connections with friends and family through messaging and social media. In entertainment, streaming services offer vast libraries of movies and shows accessible anytime, anywhere.

Cashless payments preferred for transactions

Whie there has recently been a slight upturn in cash usage following the pandemic, the overall trend is moving away from cash towards cards and online payments, with a recent report finding that three quarters of adults in the UK use cash only occasionally or rarely (source: Parliament).

Cashless payments are transforming everyday transactions. Increasingly people prefer cards and mobile wallets, making payments quick and more convenient. This trend simplifies shopping and dining experiences while enhancing security by reducing the risks associated with cash.

How Ticketize simplifies online ticket sales

Here are a few ways in which Ticketize makes it straightforward to setup an online event, and for your attendees to buy tickets online:

- Ticketize has been designed as a “mobile first” application - Ticketize prioritises mobile usability, ensuring all features are optimised for smartphones. Users can easily create and manage events on the go, providing a seamless experience on both mobile devices and desktop computers

- All events on Ticketize feature a unique QR code and URL - each event includes a distinctive QR code and URL that can be placed on promotional materials. Potential ticket buyers can quickly scan the code with their smartphones, making it easy for attendees to secure tickets quickly and easily.

- Ticketize provides a straightforward way to combine online and cash sales - providing options for all potential ticket buyers. Check out the blog about combining cash and online ticket sales when using Ticketize - Combining cash and online sales

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