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Everyone3 min read·Updated July 20, 2026

Glossary

Short definitions of terms used across CoatCheck documentation and the product.

Terms

Tag
Physical label on a hanger or storage slot (usually a number). Assigned to a digital ticket so staff know what to retrieve. See Tags & NFC.
NFC tag
Optional sticker or chip you can tap to assign a tag faster. Must be registered and linked to a text tag first.
SMS ticket
Ticket delivered by text message with a link and short code. See SMS tickets.
App ticket
Ticket for a guest who already has the CoatCheck consumer app. Staff scan the guest QR at check-in. See App tickets.
Pre-register
Public page where guests enter their phone number (and optionally pay) before the counter. Entries last 1 hour. See Pre-register.
4-digit code
Short code sent with an SMS ticket. Staff can redeem with Check Out → 4-digit code if scanning is not possible.
Rescue lookup
Staff tool to find an open ticket when the guest cannot open their phone or ticket (for example by phone number).
Staff App
Browser app for tablets and touchscreens at the counter. See Staff App.
Stripe Connect
Payment infrastructure CoatCheck uses to onboard your business and deposit guest ticket payments. See Online payments.
Check in / Check out
Check in creates a ticket and stores belongings. Check out redeems the ticket and returns items to the guest.
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