Why Traditional ID Scanners Fail in Age Verification

Most vending machines with ID scanners simply read the barcode on a driver’s license. This outdated method cannot detect expired, borrowed, or fake IDs, making it easy for underage users to bypass age restrictions and access regulated products. Without biometric checks or real-time validation, your business is exposed to legal risks and non-compliance.

Introducing VapeTM’s Smart ID Verification Platform

Powered by Apt-Verify, VapeTM’s age verification system adds unmatched security and compliance through biometric and cloud-based authentication:

• Legal Age Verification: Automatically verifies that the buyer meets the legal age requirement (21+).
• Facial Recognition Technology: Matches the buyer’s selfie with their ID photo using advanced biometric AI.
• Real-Time Document Authentication: Validates IDs using global databases to detect expired, altered, or fraudulent licenses.

How VapeTM’s Biometric ID Verification Works

1. User taps “Buy” on the vending machine interface.
2. They input a phone number or email address (optional for receipt or record).
3. The customer uploads a selfie and a photo of a government-issued ID.
4. The system performs biometric facial recognition and ID verification in real-time.
5. Within 15 seconds, the system either approves or denies access based on legal compliance.
6. If verified, the user proceeds to payment and product selection.

This process ensures 100% automation with zero manual oversight while meeting FDA and state compliance requirements.

Flexible Pricing Options

Biometric Verification (Apt-Pay): Just $1.00 per scan, automatically billed from your VapeTM wallet—ideal for high-risk products like vapes and alcohol.

Physical Barcode Scanner: One-time hardware cost with unlimited free scans—but lacks facial matching or fraud detection. Not recommended for full compliance in age-restricted sales.

Side-by-Side: VapeTM vs. Traditional ID Scanning

✅ VapeTM + Apt-Pay

• Biometric facial recognition for identity match
• Real-time ID authentication against secure databases
• Detects expired, stolen, or fraudulent licenses instantly

⚠️ Basic ID Scanner Only

• Barcode scan only—no identity match
• No connection to live ID databases
• Vulnerable to borrowed or fake IDs

Smart Compliance for Modern Vape Retailers

VapeTM helps you stay ahead of changing laws by offering the only biometric vape vending machine designed for real-time compliance, secure transactions, and scalable deployments.

This system is ideal for high-traffic venues and 21+ environments where age-restricted products like vapes, nicotine, or alcohol are sold without staff present.