The Ultimate Guide to Church Check-In Systems

Everything you need to know about choosing and setting up a check-in system for your church. Improve security and streamline the process.

Why Digital Check-In Matters

In a world where security is top of mind for parents, a digital check-in system isn't a luxury—it's a necessity. It tells new families "We take your child's safety seriously."

• Provides accurately printed name tags
• Ensures only authorized guardians can pick up children
• Eliminates illegible handwriting on sign-in sheets

Hardware vs. Software

You don't need expensive kiosks anymore. Modern systems run on iPads or tablets you can buy anywhere. The software does the heavy lifting.

• Look for cloud-based software (works anywhere)
• Ensure it supports label printing
• Self-check-in options speed up lines

Setting Up Your Station

Your check-in station is often the first interaction a family has inside your building. Make it count.

• Position it clearly near the entrance
• Have friendly volunteers ready to assist
• Designate a separate line for first-time guests

Training Your Volunteers

The best system in the world fails if your team doesn't know how to use it. Invest time in training.

• Role-play common scenarios (printer jam, lost tag)
• Train on security protocols, not just software
• empower volunteers to solve problems