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Moving to Punchpass? Here's How We Make It Easy
Moving to Punchpass? Here's How We Make It Easy

A step-by-step guide to smoothly transition to Punchpass with personalized support and easy data import

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Written by Leah
Updated over 3 weeks ago

Thinking about moving to Punchpass from your current software? We know switching systems can feel overwhelming, but don't worry! We’ve helped hundreds of studios like yours make a smooth and stress-free transition. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

Why Switch to Punchpass?

  • Personal Support: Our friendly support team is ready to help with personalized guidance and answers to your questions.

  • Smooth Transition: We’ve got a simple process to move your data over quickly.

  • Trusted by Studios: Hundreds of studios have made the switch and love using Punchpass.


Step-by-Step: How to Move to Punchpass

1. Sign Up for a Free Trial and Talk to Our Team

We recommend signing up for a free trial to explore Punchpass and see how it fits your needs. Our team is here to discuss your unique requirements and ensure a smooth transition.

The free trial is fully featured and offers a guided walkthrough to help you quickly setup your Punchpass account, define your offers, and build your class schedule.

2. Export Your Data from Your Current Software

Most scheduling software allows you to export your data as a CSV or Excel file. Look for options to export your customer lists, passes, and memberships. If you need help finding this option, your current provider’s support team should be able to assist.

3. Send Us Your Data for Importing

You can add your customers to Punchpass yourself, but our team can take care of that for you! Once you have exported your data, follow these steps to ensure a smooth upload experience:

  1. Review the Data Import Requirements: Check out this guide for the details on what information we can upload and how to prepare your files.

  2. Send the files to our team along with any special instructions or notes.

  3. We’ll import your customer list and passes into your Punchpass account. Our team uploads data on business days and aims to get things imported within 48 hours.

If you have any questions during this process, don’t hesitate to ask. We’re here to help!

4. Transitioning Memberships to Punchpass

Once your customer list and passes are imported, you’ll want to transition any existing memberships to Punchpass.

You'll need to:

5. Complete Your Account Setup

After we’ve imported your data, take a moment to review your setup:

  • Verify your class schedule,

  • Review your passes for sale,

  • Personalize the appearance of your Punchpass account,

  • And be sure to check out our Launch Guide!

6. Go Live with Confidence!

Once you’ve double-checked your setup, you’re ready to go live. Announce the switch to your clients and start managing your business with Punchpass!



What to Expect During the Transition

We’ve designed the process to be quick and efficient. Here’s a typical timeline:

  • Day 1-2: You'll work on setting up your account and book a call with our team.

  • Day 3-4: Export your data from your current software.

  • Day 5-7: Send over your data and complete the account transition.

  • Day 8-9: Review everything, and you’re ready to go live!

Most studios complete the switch within 7-10 days!


Common Questions About Switching to Punchpass

Will I Lose My Data?

Absolutely not! We'll help ensure all your important information transfers smoothly. Our support team is here to help if you have any concerns. Your data is also always yours to download.

How Long Does It Take?

Most studios are up and running within a week or two. The process is designed to be quick and straightforward.

What If I Need Help?

We’re here for you! You can reach out to our support team anytime for personalized assistance.

What if I Prefer to Upload Customers Myself?

Customers can be quickly added to the system through the Customer list. Click here for details on manually adding a customer list to Punchpass. And if you don't have a list yet, no problem! Customer accounts will be organically created as they purchase passes and make reservations.


Ready to Make the Switch?

We’re excited to have you join the Punchpass community! Start your free trial or connect with our team for a personalized transition plan. Let’s make your move to Punchpass smooth and stress-free!

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