Setting up a digital board for your business is a great way to personalize your Untappd for Business experience with branding while displaying your menu to customers; it's also a fun way for customers to interact by seeing their check ins appear on the board. To get started, here's what you'll need:
- At least one TV or monitor with an available HDMI port (the brand and size are completely up to you; just keep in mind that the further away from eye level your display is, the larger it may need to be to be seen clearly)
- The Amazon Signage Stick, Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K MAX, or one of our other supported devices, and about 20-30 minutes for physical setup.
- Unsure what device is the right choice for your business? See this handy guide.
- If you need help getting your Fire TV stick up and running, follow the instructions in our Setup Guide, or reach out to customer support at business@untappd.com.
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The Digital Menus by Untappd app download
- If you are using a Fire TV stick that you already have and you aren't able to find the download on it, it means your device is not compatible. Keep in mind that we are unable to support devices, applications, or setups not in our supported devices list.
- If you are using a Fire TV stick that you already have and you aren't able to find the download on it, it means your device is not compatible. Keep in mind that we are unable to support devices, applications, or setups not in our supported devices list.
- A beverage menu set up in your account (instructions here)
- A Digital Menu set up in your account (instructions here)
- The images, logos, fonts, color codes, etc you'll need to design the board (or at least an idea of your style)
What Digital Board Device Is the Right Fit For My Business?
Fire TV Stick 4K/4K MAX (Our Standard Recommendation):
Best for:
- Most independent bars, restaurants, taprooms
- Retail locations with a single TV or just a couple of screens.
Why:
- Affordable, proven, and fully supported for Untappd digital menus.
- Great for locations that use their TVs for both menus and entertainment (sports, streaming, etc.), since these devices are multi-purpose.
Availability:
- Fire TV Sticks are widely available for purchase through Amazon in the US and in many other countries. You can find them on amazon.com as well as through other major retailers.
Amazon Signage Stick (Purpose-Built Option):
Best for:
- Franchises and multi-location operators who want centralized management and monitoring of screens across multiple sites.
- Venues with many TVs that need quick setup and streamlined control for multiple menu boards or displays.
- Locations that want a TV or monitor used only for digital menus, so there’s no risk of staff switching to entertainment apps.
- IT or operations buyers who prioritize security and uptime, and want a device that automatically launches into digital signage mode with minimal setup.
Why:
- Designed specifically for signage use; no extra apps or features you don’t need.
- Easy to scale to more screens or locations.
- A solid fit for operators who want to lock down menu displays and avoid distractions.
Availability:
- The Amazon Signage Stick is currently only available in the US and must be purchased directly through Amazon.