Age Verification Solutions in Smart Vending

Smart Vending Age Verification & Biometric ID Checks for Vape Vending Machines

VapeTM Vape Vending Machines come equipped with age-verification to ensure that customers are of legal age to make a purchase. VapeTM intelligent software connects to AptPay which requires customers to use a valid drivers license, government-issued ID, or passport to verify their age. It also uses facial recognition to verify that the ID picture is the person holding the phone (looking at the camera).

Method 1: Physical ID Scanner

Hardware Purchase: You can buy a standalone ID scanner from VapeTM. The installation is straightforward, and we provide instructions on how to set it up.
Free Scans: Each ID check is free once you own the scanner; there is no per-scan charge.
Key Limitation: Since this method does not authenticate IDs against a database, a fake or expired license may still pass. Keep this in mind if your location is high-risk or has strict compliance laws.

Method 2: Apt-Pay (Integrated with VapeTM Software)

Apt-Pay is VapeTM’s unique software-based verification system, designed to do more than just scan an ID. It offers:

Customer Clicks “Buy”: The user initiates a purchase on the vending machine’s touchscreen.
Enter Email or Phone Number: The machine prompts the customer to provide their contact details.
Upload Driver’s License & Selfie: A message sent to their phone instructs them to snap a photo of their license and a real-time selfie.
15-Second Verification: Using multiple secure databases, Apt-Pay checks the authenticity of the license and performs biometric facial recognition to ensure the uploaded face matches the photo ID.
Approval or Denial: The system confirms or rejects the user, typically within 15 seconds.
Proceed to Payment: If the customer is approved, they move forward to the payment screen and complete their purchase.

Cost: Each verification performed through Apt-Pay costs $1.00 per scan, which is automatically deducted from your software wallet.
Advanced Authentication: Because it checks both the ID and the live facial image against a broad database, it’s far more effective at catching fake or expired licenses.

Why Apt-Pay Stands Out

Document Authentication: Goes beyond scanning; it verifies the ID against up-to-date information in multiple databases.
Biometric Facial Recognition: Matches the user’s selfie to the photo on the license, catching mismatches and reducing fraud.
No Extra Hardware: Since it’s included with the VapeTM machine, you don’t need additional devices—everything runs through the software.

Whether you opt for the physical ID scanner or the integrated Apt-Pay system, VapeTM ensures that you have a reliable method to check the age and identity of your customers, helping you stay compliant and protect minors from age-restricted products.

See VapeTM's Age Verification & Facial Recognition in Action

Discover how our machines ensure secure and compliant sales. Learn more about VapeTM’s innovative solutions.

Step-by-Step Flow Chart: Smart Vending Transaction Process with Age-Verification Enabled

Customer clicks "buy" to purchase a product or disposable vape.
A screen prompts the customer to enter their email or phone number.
Customer receives instructions via AptPay to upload their driver’s license and capture a facial image using their phone’s camera.
Verification completes in approximately 15 seconds, granting or denying access to the payment screen.
Customer is approved or disapproved
If approved, customer can proceed to "go shopping"

Our ID Analyzer relies on multiple databases to authenticate identification documents and analyzes multiple face recognition assets to determine it is a match.

Why Choose VapeTM for Smart Vending Age Verification?

VapeTM’s age verification vending machines are designed to meet the highest standards of compliance and innovation. With advanced features like ID scanning, biometric facial recognition, and real-time authentication, our systems ensure your business stays compliant while delivering a seamless user experience. Learn more about vape vending laws and compliance.

Advanced Biometric Facial Recognition & ID Check Technology

ID Scanning: Instantly verifies government-issued IDs to prevent fraudulent purchases.
Biometric Facial Recognition: Matches ID photos with the purchaser’s face for enhanced security.
Real-Time Authentication: Ensures compliance with minimal delays for customers.

The Benefits of VapeTM's Age-Verified Vape Vending Machines

Regulatory Compliance: Stay ahead of local and federal regulations with our robust verification tools.
Operational Efficiency: Automate age verification, inventory tracking, and sales data management.
Seamless Customer Experience: Offer quick and hassle-free purchases for eligible customers.
Advanced Reporting: Access detailed analytics for better decision-making and improved business performance.

VapeTM has collaborated with legal professionals and industry experts to create a comprehensive, one-stop solution for vending machine owners and operators seeking robust KYC compliance. Through our strategic partnership with AptPay, we utilize an end-to-end digital KYC service—powered by a global network of local and international data sources (AptPay.pdf, p. 2)—to instantly validate customer identities. By integrating AptPay’s real-time API, VapeTM rapidly confirms the age of each customer at the vending machine, verifying the authenticity of IDs, driver’s licenses, or passports and reducing the risk of underage sales.

To ensure the individual presenting the documents is, in fact, their rightful owner, we employ biometric facial recognition for a liveness check. VapeTM’s system can authenticate ID documents from more than 190 countries, adhering to AptPay’s stringent data collection, verification, and storage protocols.

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Whether you're managing a bar, nightclub, or age-restricted venue, VapeTM’s smart vending machines help you sell responsibly and legally. Contact us today to revolutionize your vending operations.

Age Verification with VapeTM, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is VapeTM's Age Verification Technology?

VapeTM utilizes cutting-edge biometric facial recognition, ID scanning, and real-time authentication to ensure that customers are legally eligible to purchase vape products.

2. How does Biometric Facial Recognition ensure ID checks?

Our system compares a live facial scan with the photo on a valid government-issued ID. This helps prevent identity theft and guarantees that the user is who they claim to be.

3. Do these vape vending machines comply with FDA regulations?

Yes. Our age-verification process is designed to meet or exceed FDA regulations and state laws, helping you prevent youth access and maintain full compliance.

4. How quickly are IDs verified?

In most cases, the verification process completes in about 15 seconds, allowing your customers to proceed with minimal wait time while still ensuring safety and compliance.

5. Which IDs are accepted for verifying age?

We authenticate driver’s licenses, government-issued IDs, and passports from over 190 countries, giving you comprehensive coverage for customers worldwide.