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How Contactless Parking with QR Codes Works

Skip the ticket machine and enter any E-Park garage with just your phone. Here's how our QR code entry system works.

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Mike Rodriguez

Technology Director

|March 20, 20254 min read
Featured Image: Driver scanning QR code at parking garage entry gate

How Contactless Parking with QR Codes Works

Gone are the days of fumbling for tickets or waiting at exit gates. E-Park's contactless entry system gets you in and out in seconds. Here's how it works.

The Basics

When you book through E-Park, you receive a unique QR code via email and SMS. This code is your digital ticket—no paper required.

Step-by-Step Entry

1. Approach the Gate

Drive up to the entry gate. You'll see our QR scanner on the left side.

2. Scan Your Code

Hold your phone to the scanner with your QR code displayed. The reader works through your screen.

3. Gate Opens

Within 1-2 seconds, the gate lifts and you're in. No tickets, no waiting.

Step-by-Step Exit

1. Return to Your Car

Your booking covers your entire stay—no need to visit a pay station.

2. Drive to Exit

Approach the exit gate with your phone ready.

3. Scan and Go

Same process as entry. Scan your code, gate opens, you're on your way.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if my phone dies?

Your booking is saved in our system. Visit the garage office with your ID, and staff can look up your reservation.

Can I share my QR code?

No—each code is single-use and tied to your vehicle. Sharing won't work and may invalidate your booking.

Does it work on all phones?

Yes! Any smartphone with a screen works. We support iOS, Android, and any device that can display a QR code.

What about Apple/Google Wallet?

Yes! You can add your parking pass to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet for even faster access.

Benefits of Contactless Entry

  • Faster: No ticket machines or pay stations
  • Safer: No touch points or shared surfaces
  • Simpler: Everything on your phone
  • Flexible: Add extra time without returning to your car
  • Coming Soon: License Plate Recognition

    We're rolling out automatic entry based on your license plate. Just drive in—no scanning required. Currently available at 12 locations.

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