Our smartphones have become central to just about everything that we do. The convenience and power of these pocket-sized devices have simply made them too useful to not integrate into everything that we do. Now, whenever we want to do some research, make a purchase, check on finances, or be entertained, the smartphone is the first port of call.
As such, apps are now how we interact with our lifestyle choices. As they are all highly personalised, we can quickly tap into them to get to exactly what we need. However, not all apps are made equal, and some of the big names have fallen behind upstarts on what they can offer. You see, apps aren’t just convenient anymore; apps compete by offering VIP programs to returning customers.
Here are some apps that you should consider to reap the benefits of being a VIP.
Are you a regular coffee drinker?
Naturally, massive brands like Starbucks and Costa boast a huge percentage of coffee shop app downloads, and there are some fair rewards to be had from them. However, the Coffee Club app, be it the Rewards App or VIP Club, takes rewarding loyalty to another level. Not only do you get sent exclusive app offers and free coffee when you sign up, but you also earn what is essentially ten per cent cashback. Many wouldn’t think that a coffee rewards program would need to be so rewarding, given the demand for coffee, but having the Coffee Club app and being a VIP certainly pays off.
Want to spin, win, and be rewarded for playing?
Of the many ways to be entertained in a mobile app, none are as pay-as-you-play as online casino games. This isn’t a bad thing as you’re paying to see if you can beat the house odds and get more back. Still, few would expect an entertainment medium that so deeply requires money circulation to function to offer loyalty rewards. With the PlayAmo casino app, users can play their way into the VIP League for lucrative awards and cash prizes. Of course, even without officially being deemed a VIP, players who keep coming back get to claim ongoing promotions and bonuses to bolster their play.
Think that you should be rewarded for shopping?
Many clothing brands just assume that shoppers will browse around, go from store to store – or app to app – and just hope that they offer enough to someone’s liking that they purchase more from them. However, some offer rewards for coming back, and others have set up clear paths to becoming a VIP. That’s exactly what you get with the Farfetch shopping app. After you create an account and make a single purchase, you’ll be on the loyalty track. Every 12 months, your loyalty year will restart, which will upgrade or downgrade you a tier depending on your activity. There are five tiers, with the top tier making you a “Private Client.”
Is your bank not rewarding you for you giving them your money?
A bank’s main service to you is keeping your money in a safe place and making it accessible when you need to use funds. However, the other side that they rarely tell you is that their business relies on you keeping as much money with them as possible so that they can give out loans and reap the interest. Interest in even savings accounts is next to nothing these days, so it’s never a bad idea to find a banking app that offers a VIP program. For this, look at the Citibank loyalty setup called ThankYou. The program earns you points for using the Citi credit card and paying for linked products with your Citi account, and rewards you with gift cards, cashback, merchandise, and even travel rewards.
With the right apps, you can get VIP treatment in almost all aspects of your lifestyle.
