Planning Center Links is the ultimate NFC and QR code solution for churches using Planning Center Online. Transform any NFC tag or QR code into a powerful connection point
for your congregation, visitors, and community.
Seamless Church Integration
Connect directly with your Planning Center account to access all your church's digital resources. Create instant links to Church Center, check-ins, giving portals, event
registrations, groups, calendars, and forms - all synchronized with your existing Planning Center setup.
Key Features:
• Church Center Links - Generate direct app installation links with your church pre-selected, making it effortless for newcomers to connect
• Smart Check-Ins - Create NFC-enabled check-in points for events, services, and volunteer positions. Perfect for lobby kiosks, classroom doors, or event entrances
• Instant Giving - Set up donation stations with pre-configured funds and amounts. Place NFC tags at offering boxes or information desks for contactless giving
• Event Registration - Browse and link to upcoming events, conferences, and sign-ups. Make registration accessible with a simple tap
• Groups Directory - Connect people to small groups, ministries, and communities. Perfect for group fairs and connection events
• Digital Forms - Quick access to visitor cards, prayer requests, and contact forms through NFC-enabled connection cards
• Calendar Integration - Share event details and schedules instantly. Great for bulletin boards and information centers
• Custom Links - Add your own URLs for any church resource or external service you want to share
Advanced NFC Capabilities:
• Read and inspect NFC tags to verify content and compatibility
• Write URLs directly to NFC tags
• Tag security options including read-only protection• NFC tag inspection shows tag model, protection status, and stored content
• Support for multiple NFC tag formats including NTAG series
Smart Features:
• Dual Technology - Every link generates both NFC capability and QR codes, ensuring universal accessibility
• Real-time Search - Find specific events, groups, or forms instantly within your Planning Center database
• Visual Indicators - Clear status showing which content is available vs coming soon
• Secure Authentication - OAuth2 integration ensures safe, authorized access to your church data
• Offline Access - Save frequently used links for reliable operation
• Dark Mode - Comfortable viewing in any lighting condition
Perfect For:
• Welcome Centers - Create connection cards that instantly link visitors to your church
• Event Check-In - Streamline arrival with tap-to-check-in stations
• Giving Stations - Enable contactless donations at strategic locations
• Information Desks - Provide instant access to forms, groups, and resources
• Classroom Management - Quick check-in for children's ministry
• Volunteer Coordination - Easy access to schedules and sign-ups
• Bulletin Boards - Make printed materials interactive with NFC tags
How It Works:
1. Sign in with your Planning Center account
2. Navigate to any church resource or link
3. Tap the share button to access NFC writing
4. Hold an NFC tag to your iPhone to program it
5. Place programmed tags anywhere for instant connectivity
Transform your church's physical spaces into digital connection points. From lobby displays to connection cards, from offering boxes to event posters - make every interaction
count with Planning Center Links.
Security & Privacy:
Your Planning Center credentials are never stored on our servers. Authentication is handled directly through Planning Center's secure OAuth system. All church data remains
within Planning Center's infrastructure.
Requirements:
• Planning Center Online account
• iPhone 7 or later with iOS 15.6+
• Compatible NFC tags (NTAG213, NTAG215, NTAG216 recommended)