Linktree + Tap.Giving: The $0 Landing Page Strategy for Church NFC Giving
What if one NFC tap could do more than just open a giving page? With Linktree’s free tier and a Tap.Giving plate, you can give every visitor instant access to giving, connect cards, prayer requests, sermon replays, and more—all from a single tap. Total monthly cost: $0.
Why Linktree + NFC Is a Game-Changer for Churches
Most churches point their NFC tap plates to a single giving page. And honestly? That works great. If all you need is a frictionless way for people to give, a direct link to your Tithely or Subsplash page is perfect.
But what if one tap could do more?
Linktree gives you a free, mobile-optimized landing page with multiple buttons. Point your NFC plate to your Linktree, and suddenly one tap gives visitors access to everything: giving, connect cards, prayer requests, sermon replays, event registration, small group sign-ups, and more. It turns a single NFC plate into a multi-purpose engagement tool—not just a giving plate.
The best part? Linktree’s free tier is all you need. No premium plan required. No credit card. No trial that expires.
The Math Is Simple
One Plate, Unlimited Possibilities
Instead of needing separate plates for giving, connect cards, and event info, a single Linktree-powered plate handles all of it. Your congregation taps once and chooses what they need. It’s like giving every pew its own information kiosk—for free.
What Your Church Linktree Should Include
Not every link deserves a spot on your Linktree. You want to keep it focused—just the actions that matter most when someone is sitting in your sanctuary on a Sunday morning. Here are the 7 links we recommend, in order of priority:
Give Now
Link to your Tithely, Subsplash, or Planning Center giving page
This is the primary action. Put it first and make it stand out. When someone taps the plate wanting to give, this should be the first thing they see. Most of your taps will go here.
Connect Card
Google Form, Typeform, or church management system link
First-time visitors can share their name, email, and phone number without fumbling with a paper card and a tiny pencil. Digital connect cards also mean no deciphering handwriting on Monday morning.
Prayer Request
Google Form or your church’s prayer request page
Let people submit prayer requests right from their seat—during the service, during worship, whenever the Spirit moves them. No waiting for the prayer card to come around. No awkwardness of raising a hand in a crowd.
Watch the Sermon
YouTube channel, church website, or podcast link
People who missed last week—or who want to share today’s message with a friend—can find it instantly. This is also great for visitors who want to “check out” your church before committing to a Sunday morning.
Upcoming Events
Church calendar or event registration page
Promote your next big event right where people are already engaged. VBS sign-ups, men’s breakfast, women’s retreat, community service day—whatever’s coming up, put the registration link here.
Join a Small Group
Sign-up form or small group info page
Turn a Sunday visitor into a connected member. This single link can shorten the journey from “I visited once” to “I belong here” by making it effortless to take the next step.
Contact Us
Email, phone, or contact form
Simple but important. Sometimes people just need to reach the church office. A direct link to your contact page or a mailto: link keeps it easy.
Grace Community Church
Welcome! Tap any link below.
linktr.ee/gracechurch
What your congregation sees after one tap on the NFC plate.
How to Set It Up (10 Minutes, Start to Finish)
This is not an exaggeration. You can go from zero to a fully functional Linktree landing page for your NFC plates in about ten minutes. Here’s the step-by-step:
Create a Free Linktree Account
Go to linktr.ee and sign up. Use your church email. Pick a clean username like linktr.ee/gracechurch or linktr.ee/yourchurchname. The free plan is all you need.
Add Your Links
Click “Add Link” for each item: your giving page URL, connect card form, prayer request form, sermon page, events page, small group sign-up, and contact info. Give each link a clear, action-oriented title.
Customize the Look
Use your church’s brand colors for the background and buttons. Upload your church logo as the profile image. Add a short bio like “Welcome! Tap any link below.” Even on the free tier, you have enough customization options to make it look professional.
Copy Your Linktree URL
Your Linktree URL will be something like linktr.ee/yourchurch. Copy it. This is the URL you’ll give to Tap.Giving.
Order Your Tap.Giving Plates
Head to tap.giving and place your order. When it asks for your giving URL, paste your Linktree URL instead. That’s the only “trick”—your plates can point to any URL, and Linktree is just a URL.
That’s It. You’re Done.
When someone taps the plate, their phone opens your Linktree. They see all your links. They tap the one they want. No app, no download, no login. Just tap and choose.
Already Have Tap.Giving Plates?
If your plates currently point to just your giving page, you can switch them to your new Linktree instead. Simply email [email protected] with your new Linktree URL and we’ll update the redirect for you. No need to order new plates—we can update the destination remotely.
Why This Beats a Dedicated Church App
Every year, churches spend thousands on custom apps that promise to be the hub for everything—giving, events, groups, messaging, sermon notes. The problem? Most church members never download them. And the ones who do often stop opening them after a few weeks. Here’s why the Linktree + Tap.Giving combo delivers more value with zero ongoing cost.
Typical Church App
Linktree + Tap.Giving
The 80/20 Rule in Action
NFC + Linktree gives you 80% of what a church app does at 0% of the cost. Giving? Check. Connect cards? Check. Events? Check. Prayer requests? Check. The only things you’re “missing” are push notifications and in-app messaging—features that most church app users ignore anyway. For the vast majority of churches, this free combo is more than enough.
Pro Tips: Getting the Most Out of Your Linktree
Your Linktree is live and your plates are programmed. Here’s how to squeeze every drop of value out of this setup.
Most Important Link First
Put “Give Now” at the top. It’s the highest-value action and the one most people are looking for after tapping the plate. Everything else follows in descending priority.
Use Action-Oriented Text
Write “Give Now” not “Online Giving Portal.” Write “Submit a Prayer Request” not “Prayer Ministry.” Clear, direct button text gets more clicks than formal labels.
Match Your Church Brand
Use your church’s brand colors for the Linktree background and buttons. Add your logo as the profile image. A branded Linktree feels intentional and professional, not thrown together.
Update Links Seasonally
Swap out event links as seasons change. Add VBS registration in summer. Add Christmas Eve service times in December. Add Easter outreach info in spring. Your Linktree is a living page—keep it current.
Use the Free Analytics
Even on the free tier, Linktree shows you which links get the most clicks. If you see that “Watch the Sermon” gets way more traffic than “Join a Small Group,” that tells you something about what your congregation values. Use the data.
Create Multiple Linktrees
Consider a second Linktree for special events or specific contexts. Point event-specific plates to a different Linktree with event-only links. Your youth room plates could have a different Linktree than your sanctuary plates.
Don’t Forget the Welcome Message
Add a brief description under your church name on Linktree. Something like “Welcome! Tap any link below.” or “Thanks for visiting Grace Church!” This tiny bit of warmth makes the experience feel personal, not transactional.
Beyond Giving: Creative Uses for NFC + Linktree
Here’s where it gets really fun. Once you realize that different plates can point to different Linktrees, the possibilities open up. Each location in your church building can have a context-specific tap experience.
Lobby / Welcome Center
- Visitor info & connect card
- WiFi password
- Event calendar
- Service times & directions
Youth Room
- Youth-specific giving page
- Permission forms
- Group chat link
- Upcoming youth events
Kids Check-in Area
- Parent resources
- Volunteer sign-up
- Kids ministry calendar
- VBS or camp registration
Coffee Bar / Fellowship
- Small group finder
- “New here?” info
- Volunteer opportunities
- Social media links
Parking Lot / Entrance
- Service times
- Livestream link
- Campus map
- Visitor parking info
Special Events
- Event-specific giving fund
- Event schedule
- Photo gallery or social feed
- Follow-up survey
The Big Idea
Different plates in different locations can point to different Linktrees, each customized for that context. A plate on the youth room table doesn’t need to show the same links as a plate in the sanctuary offering tray. With Linktree + Tap.Giving, you can create a tailored experience for every area of your church building—and it’s all free.
Ready to Build Your $0 Landing Page?
Tap.Giving plates can point to any URL—including your free Linktree. Set up your Linktree in 10 minutes, order your plates, and give your congregation a tap experience that goes way beyond just giving.
Questions? Email [email protected] or call (832) 510-8788.