Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about using Liftd to manage your gym, track equipment usage, and keep members engaged.
Getting Started
How do I get started?
Send us a request from the contact page and choose a call back or an email. We set the gym up in the dashboard with you, prepare the codes for your machine list, and tag the floor together. Most gyms are live within one afternoon.
Can I try it before paying?
There is no trial period. Instead, we set every gym up personally: send us a request through the contact page and we walk you through adding machines, printing QR codes, and getting members tracking workouts. You see the dashboard with your own machines before you commit.
How long does it take to set up Liftd in my gym?
We set every gym up with you, in one afternoon. We add your machines to the dashboard together, print the codes, and place them on the floor. No technical skills required on your side.
Do I need any special equipment or hardware?
No special hardware is needed. You just need a computer to access the dashboard and a printer to print QR codes. Members use their own smartphones to scan codes. That's it.
Can I import my existing member list?
No. There is no bulk import and no email invites. Members join by scanning any code in your gym: they download the free app, create an account, and they are attached to your gym.
What if I have multiple gym locations?
Pro and above cover multiple locations. Each location has its own dashboard; you switch between them from the sidebar. There is no combined view across locations today.
Is Liftd available in my country?
Yes. QR codes work anywhere, the member app is available worldwide in 12 languages, and billing is in US dollars.
Pricing & Billing
How much does Liftd cost?
Pricing is based on the number of machines in your gym: Starter ($49/mo) for up to 20 machines, Growth ($99/mo) for up to 50 machines, Pro ($179/mo) for up to 100 machines, and Premium ($299/mo) for up to 200 machines. Above 200 machines, talk to us.
Are there any hidden fees?
No hidden fees. The price you see includes the gym dashboard, the analytics and floor report, QR and NFC code generation, the free member app and email support. No per-member charges, no setup fees. Member limits per plan: 100 on Starter, 500 on Growth, 2,000 on Pro, unlimited on Premium.
Can I change my plan later?
Yes. Tell us and we move you to the other plan; the new rate applies from your next invoice.
What payment methods do you accept?
Card, monthly or annual. Your plan is activated by our team, so there is nothing to set up on your side. Invoice billing is available on the Premium plan.
Is there an annual discount?
Yes. Pay annually and you save about 20% compared with monthly billing.
What happens if I exceed my machine limit?
We'll notify you when you're approaching your limit. You can either upgrade to a higher plan or remove some machines. We won't automatically charge you for overages.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes, you can cancel your subscription at any time. Your access continues until the end of your current billing period. We don't do refunds for partial months, but we also don't lock you into long-term contracts.
Do you offer discounts for non-profits or community gyms?
Ask us. Send a request through the contact page and we will tell you plainly what we can do on price.
QR Codes & Setup
How do I add machines to my gym?
From your dashboard, go to 'Machines' and click 'Add Machine.' Enter the machine name, select the muscle group, and optionally add a photo. A unique short code is auto-generated. That's it!
How do I generate QR codes?
Go to 'QR Codes' in your dashboard, select the machines you want, and click 'Download' or 'Print.' You can download individual PNGs or print multiple codes at once as a PDF.
What size should the QR codes be?
We recommend printing QR codes at least 2x2 inches (5x5 cm) for easy scanning. The codes we generate are high-resolution and work well even when printed larger.
Where should I place the QR codes?
Place QR codes where members can easily scan them while using the machine—typically on the machine frame at eye level or near the weight stack. Avoid placing them where they might get scratched or dirty.
What if a QR code gets damaged?
Simply print a new one from your dashboard. The code is linked to the machine, not the physical sticker, so replacing it takes seconds.
Can I customize the QR codes with my gym's branding?
Not yet. Codes print in black and white with the machine name. You can print them on your own labels or laminate them.
Do the QR codes work without internet?
The QR codes themselves are just links. When scanned, the member's phone needs internet to load the app. However, the Liftd app has offline mode—members can log workouts offline and sync when back online.
Can I use NFC tags instead of QR codes?
Yes! Our app supports NFC scanning for gyms that prefer NFC tags. You can use QR codes, NFC tags, or a mix of both.
Member Management
How do members join my gym on Liftd?
Members join by scanning any code in your gym. They download the free Liftd app, create an account, scan a QR code or tap an NFC tag, and they are attached to your gym. There are no email invites.
Is the member app free?
Yes, the Liftd app is completely free for members. They get full workout tracking, AI recommendations, progress charts, and more at no cost. This is included in your gym subscription.
Can I see my members' workout data?
You see aggregate data for the gym and, per member, when they last trained and how often. Individual set-by-set history stays in the member's app.
Can members use the app at multiple gyms?
Yes! If a member visits another gym that uses Liftd, they can scan and log workouts there too. Their workout history stays unified across all locations.
What if a member cancels their gym membership?
You can remove members from your gym in the dashboard. They'll lose access to your gym's machines but keep their personal workout history in the app.
Can I communicate with members through Liftd?
There is no messaging inside Liftd. You can send re-engagement push notifications to quiet members from the dashboard, and the members list exports to CSV with names and email addresses if you want to use your own email tool.
How do I identify at-risk members?
The Members page shows each member's last workout and a 'quiet 14+ days' filter, and the monthly floor report lists quiet members. There is no automatic scoring; you decide who to call.
Can members hide their data from me?
There is no setting either way. Once a member joins your gym in the app you see their name, email, join date, last workout date and workout counts. You never see individual sets, weights or notes—those stay in the member's app.
Analytics & Insights
What analytics does Liftd provide?
Workouts over time, popular machines, muscle-group mix, a peak-hours heatmap, and the monthly floor report: quiet machines (no sets in 30 days) and quiet members (no workout in 14 days).
How is equipment utilization calculated?
Every time a member scans a code and logs a set, we record it against that machine. The analytics page shows sets per machine, how many different members used it, and when the floor is busy.
Can I export my data?
The members list exports to CSV: name, email, role, join date and last workout date. The charts live on the analytics page, and you can print the floor report from there.
How do I know who is about to stop coming?
There is no prediction model. The floor report lists quiet members—anyone with no workout in the last 14 days—and the app sends re-engagement notifications at 3, 7, 14 and 30 quiet days. You decide who to call.
Can I see which machines nobody is using?
Yes. The floor report lists machines with no sets in 30 days; whether that is a broken machine or a bad location is your call. We do not detect faults.
How do I compare performance across locations?
Each location has its own dashboard; you switch between them from the sidebar. There is no combined view across locations today.
Is the data real-time?
Yes, data is updated in real-time. When a member logs a workout, it appears in your dashboard within seconds.
Can I schedule reports by email?
No. The floor report is on the analytics page every month; print it from there.
Equipment & Machines
What types of equipment can I add?
Any gym equipment: weight machines, free weight stations, cable machines, cardio equipment, benches, racks, functional training areas—anything members use can have a QR code.
How do I organize machines by muscle group?
When adding a machine, select its primary muscle group (Chest, Back, Legs, Arms, Shoulders, Core, Cardio, Full Body). This helps with analytics and member recommendations.
Can I add photos of my machines?
Yes! Adding photos helps members identify the correct machine and makes your dashboard more visual. Photos appear in the member app when they scan.
What if I have multiple identical machines?
Add each machine separately with a unique identifier (e.g., 'Leg Press #1', 'Leg Press #2'). Each gets its own QR code and usage tracking.
Can I track free weights?
Yes, you can create stations for free weight areas (e.g., 'Dumbbell Area', 'Squat Rack 1'). Members scan and log their exercises at that station.
How do I handle equipment from different manufacturers?
You can add manufacturer and model information when creating machines. We have a database of common gym equipment brands to help with setup.
What if I remove or replace a machine?
You can archive old machines (preserving historical data) and add new ones. Simply print a new QR code for the replacement.
Can I set different weight units per machine?
Yes! Each machine can be configured as kilograms (kg) or pounds (lbs). Members see the machine's unit with an automatic conversion displayed.
Security & Privacy
Is member data secure?
Data is encrypted in transit and at rest and hosted on Supabase (AWS). We do not hold a SOC2 or ISO certification; if your gym needs a specific certification, tell us and we will say plainly whether we can meet it.
How do you handle data privacy?
Data is encrypted in transit and at rest on Supabase (AWS). Members can request an export or deletion of their data at any time.
Who owns the data?
You own your gym's data. Members own their personal workout data. We're custodians, not owners. If you cancel, you can export all your data.
Can my staff access the dashboard?
There is one owner login per gym today. If your staff need the dashboard, they use that login.
Where is my data stored?
Data is hosted on Supabase in AWS's US region. There is no option to keep data only in the EU today. You can export or delete your gym's data on request, and members can delete their own account from the app.
What happens to my data if I cancel?
Tell us and we export your gym's data for you, or delete it. Members keep their own workout history in the app either way.
Do you sell my data?
Absolutely not. We never sell gym or member data to third parties. Your data is used only to provide Liftd services.
Technical & Support
What browsers does the dashboard support?
The dashboard works on all modern browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. We recommend using the latest version for the best experience.
Is there a mobile app for gym owners?
No. The dashboard is fully responsive and works in a mobile browser.
What if the app goes down?
If something is down we tell you by email; the app keeps logging offline and syncs later.
Do you have an API?
No, there's no public API right now. Data can be exported as CSV from the dashboard instead.
Can I connect Liftd to my existing gym management software?
There are no integrations today. Data leaves Liftd as a CSV export from the members list.
How do I get support?
Support is by email at support@liftd.ai, replies within one business day.
Do you offer onboarding help?
We set every gym up with you, in one afternoon. We add your machines together, print the codes and place them on the floor.
What if I need help after hours?
Email support@liftd.ai whenever it suits you. We reply within one business day.
Features & Comparisons
How is Liftd different from Mindbody or Glofox?
Traditional gym software focuses on scheduling and billing—it tells you who walked in, not what they did inside. Liftd works at machine level: which machines get used, when the floor is busy, which machines have gone quiet, and which members have stopped coming.
Do you replace my existing gym management software?
No. Liftd sits alongside it. We focus on what happens on the floor (equipment usage, member workouts) while your existing tools handle check-ins and billing.
What about class scheduling?
Liftd is focused on equipment-based workout tracking. For class scheduling, keep using your existing tools.
Does Liftd handle membership billing?
Not currently. We're focused on doing equipment analytics exceptionally well. For billing, continue using your existing payment processor or gym management software.
Can members create their own exercises?
Members log workouts on machines you've added. For exercises not tied to specific equipment (like stretching), they can use the app's manual entry feature.
Is there a workout program feature?
The app includes workout programs, some generated by AI. The AI also suggests the next weight and reps from a member's own history.
Do you support cardio equipment tracking?
Yes! Add your treadmills, bikes, ellipticals, and rowing machines. Members can log duration, distance, and other cardio metrics.
What languages does Liftd support?
The app is listed in 12 languages: English, Hebrew, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Chinese, Portuguese, Hindi, Arabic, Japanese and Korean.