User Guide
Everything you need to know about using WaveTab for seamless dining experiences.
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Getting Started: Enrollment
How to Enroll
- Visit a participating WaveTab restaurant
- Ask a staff member to help you enroll
- Scan your palm on their device to capture your biometric data
- Staff will generate a QR code for you
- Scan the QR code with your phone to complete registration
- Fill in your information (name, email, phone)
- Add a payment method (optional but recommended)
- Create a password for your account
🔒 Your Privacy is Protected
Your palm biometric data is encrypted and never stored in readable form. It's converted to a unique identifier that can't be reverse-engineered.
Linking an Existing Account
Already have a WaveTab account? You can link your palm biometric:
- Follow the enrollment steps above
- When prompted, choose "Link to Existing Account"
- Enter your email address
- Your palm will be linked to your account immediately
Adding Payment Methods
During Enrollment
You can add a payment method during the enrollment process. This enables instant palm-based payments at checkout. All payment data is processed securely through Stripe.
After Enrollment
- Log in to your account at wavetab.com/customer/login
- Navigate to Payment Methods
- Click "Add Payment Method"
- Enter your card details
- Choose whether to set it as your default payment method
Managing Payment Methods
- Set a default payment method for palm payments
- Add multiple cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
- Remove old or expired cards
- Update billing information
💳 Secure Payment Processing
All payments are processed through Stripe, a PCI-compliant payment processor. Your card details are never stored on our servers.
Dining Experience
The Four-Wave Experience
Walk In & Wave
Enter the restaurant, take a seat, and wave your palm over the waiter's device to check in. Your profile, preferences, and allergen information are instantly loaded.
Order & Dine
Place your order with the waiter. Your dietary preferences and allergies are automatically included. Relax and enjoy your meal.
Wave & Pay
When you're ready to leave, wave your palm to see your total. Add a tip if you'd like, then wave once more to complete the payment instantly.
Walk Out
Payment complete, receipt sent to your email, loyalty points added. Just walk out and continue your day.
Payment Options
- Palm Payment: Wave your palm to pay with your saved payment method (fastest option)
- Card Payment: Pay with a different card at the terminal
- Cash Payment: Pay with cash, loyalty points still earned
Loyalty & Rewards
How It Works
- Earn 10 points for every $1 spent
- Get a 100-point welcome bonus when you sign up
- Points are automatically added after each payment
- No cards to carry, no apps to open - it just happens
Loyalty Tiers
Bronze (0-999 points)
Starting tier for all members
Silver (1,000-4,999 points)
Unlock exclusive perks and priority service
Gold (5,000+ points)
VIP benefits and special offers
Checking Your Points
View your loyalty points balance:
- In your customer portal at wavetab.com/customer/dashboard
- When you wave your palm at check-in
- In your digital receipts
Managing Your Account
Accessing Your Account
Log in to your customer portal:
- Visit wavetab.com/customer/login
- Enter your email and password
- Access your dashboard to manage preferences, view orders, and more
Profile Settings
Update your information in the customer portal:
- Personal Information: Name, email, phone number
- Dietary Preferences: Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.
- Allergies: Alert kitchen staff to avoid allergens
- Password: Change your password for security
- Tip Preferences: Set default tip percentages for quick checkout
Privacy & Security
- Update your communication preferences
- Review your data and privacy settings
- Request account deletion (contact support)
- Download your data (contact support)
Order History & Receipts
Viewing Your Orders
Access your complete order history in the customer portal:
- See all past orders with dates, locations, and items
- View total amounts, taxes, and tips
- Track loyalty points earned per order
- Reorder your favorite meals with one click
Digital Receipts
Receipts are sent to your email immediately after payment:
- Itemized list of everything you ordered
- Breakdown of subtotal, tax, and tip
- Payment method used
- Loyalty points earned
- Date, time, and location
Expense Tracking
Perfect for business meals and expense reports. Download receipts as PDFs from your customer portal, or forward the email receipts to your expense management system.
Need More Help?
Can't find what you're looking for? Check out our FAQ page or contact support.