Blackhawk Voucher Store gives your users access to discounted gift cards through an external site hosted by Blackhawk Network. For admins looking to expand your platform with an additional savings-focused benefit, Blackhawk Voucher Store can be a simple option to offer through your recognition homepage. Review the considerations below and use the implementation steps to launch the experience for your users.
What To Consider
- Blackhawk Voucher Store is a redemption option that is similar to Awardco Perks.
- Access is typically shared through a link placed in a homepage widget on your recognition platform.
- The registration experience uses a unique company code so users can create their own Blackhawk Network account.
- Users must register for a Blackhawk Network account before they can use the site.
- Users purchase discounted gift cards with their own money.
- Gift cards on this site cannot be purchased with points awarded in the Awardco platform.
- In the current configuration, this experience does not use SSO for authentication.
- Because of that, users who register may still be able to access the site after termination unless access is managed separately outside of Awardco.
- Reporting visibility is limited. You can see total active users, meaning users who have purchased one or more gift cards, but there is not much additional reporting beyond that.
Homepage Widget Creation
We recommend adding a text or image widget on your platform homepage that explains what Blackhawk Voucher Store is and includes the access link.
To keep the experience clear for users, the widget should:
- Briefly explain that the site offers discounted gift cards
- Let users know they will need to create a separate account with Blackhawk Network
- Mention that purchases are made with personal payment methods, not Awardco points
- Include the direct access link or registration link provided for your company
Sample Widget Text:
Using the Voucher Store, you have the ability to purchase gift cards from high street retailers at a discounted rate.
Voucher Store Login & Registration [Link to https://awardco.myvoucherstore.com/store2/store/login.html]
You will need to register for an account before you will be able to access the voucher store offering. Use “UNIQUE_CODE” as the organisation ID requested as part of the registration process.
Communication
Let your users know Blackhawk Voucher Store is available and explain what they can expect before they click through.
We recommend sharing:
- Where to find the link on the platform
- That registration requires a unique company code
- That users must create a separate account before making a purchase
- That purchases are made with personal funds
- That Awardco points cannot be used on this site
Share the companion article, "Taking Advantage of Blackhawk Voucher Store," so users have step by step instructions for accessing the site, registering, and purchasing discounted gift cards.
If you have any questions, please contact Awardco Admin Support.