Navigatr offers a variety of flexible and efficient methods to issue badges, allowing providers and admins to choose the approach that best fits their needs. Below is a summary of all the available options. For detailed instructions on each method, please click on the header to view the relevant article.
Issuing Badges via Email read more
This is the classic method of issuing badges. Issue a badge by adding the recipient's name and email address, and they’ll receive a direct link to claim their badge via email.
Best For: One-off badge issuing.
Recipient Action: Claim via email link.
Issuing Badges to an Organisation read more
This process is similar to issuing a badge to an individual via email.
Best For: One-off badge issuing to an organisation.
Recipient Action: Claim via email link.
Bulk Issuing via CSV read more
Ideal for issuing badges to multiple recipients at once using a CSV file.
Best For: Bulk issuing for large groups.
Recipient Action: Claim via email link.
Issuing Badges via QR Code read more
Issue a badge by scanning the recipient's unique Navigatr QR code, just like tapping a supermarket loyalty card.
Best For: In-person events or quick issuing without email.
Recipient Action: Automatically claimed.
Issuing Badges via Library Card read more
A no-email method using the barcode on Civica Spydus Library Cards. This approach allows library-goers to check out a book and claim a badge at the same time.
Best For: Organisations relying on physical library cards.
Recipient Action: Automatically claimed.
Issuing Badges via an Activity read more
Think of it like Eventbrite with badging. Automatically issue badges when learners attend a workshop, training session, or event.
Best For: Events, workshops, or sessions requiring attendance tracking.
Recipient Action: Automatically claimed.
Issuing Badges via Autobadge read more
A fully automated method of issuing badges like self-driving cars. Autobadges automatically issue badges when users meet pre-defined skill-based rules.
Best For: Automated badge issuing based on achievements.
Recipient Action: Automatically claimed.
Issuing Badges via Zapier read more
Connect Navigatr to thousands of apps through Zapier’s no-code integrations. Whenever a specific action occurs—like completing a form, hitting a milestone, or finishing an online course—you can automatically trigger a badge to be issued.
Best For: Automating badge issuance with LMS platforms, quizzes, forms, and workflows.
Recipient Action: Claim via email link..
Issuing Badges via Webhooks read more
Webhooks provide an automated way to issue badges based on actions completed on external platforms, such as completing a quiz or submitting a form.
Best For: Automating badge issuing from platforms like Riddle, Typeform, or Zoho Forms.
Recipient Action: Claim via email link.
Choosing the Right Method
The table below provides a quick comparison to help you choose the best method for issuing badges:
Method | Best For | Recipient Action | Admin Effort |
Email (Individual) | One-off badge issuing | Claim via an email link | Low |
Email (Organisation) | One-off badge issuing to an organisation | Claim via an email link | Low |
Bulk CSV | Large groups or bulk issuing | Claim via an email link | Medium (CSV setup) |
QR Code | In-person events or quick issuing | Automatically claimed | Low |
Library Card | No-email issuing using library cards | Automatically claimed | Low |
Activity | Events, workshops, or session attendance | Automatically claimed | Medium (attendance marking) |
Autobadge | Automated issuing based on skills | Automatically claimed | Low (after setup) |
Zapier | Automated integrations with third-party apps | Claim via an email link | Low (after setup) |
Webhooks | Automating badge issuing with external platforms | Claim via an email link | Low (after setup) |
Final Notes
Navigatr’s flexible badge-issuing options are designed to suit a variety of use cases, whether you’re managing small groups, large events, or automated processes.
Once you have issued badges, you can track delivery and manage recipients in the How to Manage Badge Recipients guide.
If you have a unique requirement for badge issuing, contact [email protected] for guidance.
You could also follow this pathway to learn all the basics of the Navigatr platform and earn a few badges along the way.
