From Nightlife to Global Retail
Patronscan was founded with a bold idea: that age verification technology and ID scanning makes the world safer for everyone.
What started as a way to catch fake IDs and tampered passports at the door quickly became something bigger: a trusted platform used by governments, cities, and businesses to create safer environments and prevent incidents before they happen.
Over the years, we’ve expanded from local venues to thousands of bars, festivals, retail stores, logistics facilities, car dealerships, and more across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia.
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The Team Behind the Process
Founded in 2005 with a vision to enhance safety and catch fake IDs, Patronscan has become a global leader in ID scanning and age verification technology. We’re a team of engineers, innovators, and go-getters who believe in delivering the highest levels of ID scanning service to our clients, our communities, and each other.
Our leadership team brings together decades of experience in software development, hardware engineering, compliance, and customer success.
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“At Patronscan, we don’t just build systems - we build confidence. Every scan represents a safer space for people to gather, work, and celebrate.”
— Chris Beatty, CEO
Our hardware and software solutions are developed with care to:
- Verify government-issued IDs in real-time
- Detect fake IDs and reduce underage entry
- Track guest entry for security and compliance
- Manage flagged patron lists and prevent repeat incidents
- Improve guest experience and operational efficiency
- Provide centralized reporting and device management across multiple locations
- Give real-time hardware monitoring and remote management
- Deliver advanced guest list tracking
Our Clients
Ranging from a variety of industries, our clients trust us to secure their solution
Bars and Nightclubs
Increase safety, reduce liability, and minimize chargebacks
Retail
Manage access to alcohol, high value, and age-restricted products
Casinos
Deny underage entry or fake IDs with ID scanning securely
Car Dealerships
Verify the history of customers and potential buyers before signing a deal
Music and Festival Tents
Allow concertgoers to see their favourite artist faster and safer
Municipalities
Focus on public safety and regulatory compliance as a community
Security Guard Companies
Use Patronscan in daily operations as an additional layer of security
Event Organizers
Get smooth, secure entry flows to result in an enjoyable experience
Restaurants and Bars
Verify the age of customers, rather than having staff to do the heavy lifting
Our Vision
We believe in a world where ID scanning creates safer interactions, prevents bad actors from ruining good nights, protects staff and businesses from incidents before it happens, and ultimately saves lives, one scan at a time.
Through smarter tools that keep pace with the ever-changing world of fake IDs, first-class 24/7 support for busy nightlife hours, and a commitment to data privacy and security, we empower businesses to operate with confidence.
Together with our partners, we’re shaping a better world.
Ready to Join the Patronscan Community?
Whether you’re a business looking to improve safety and compliance, or a professional passionate about technology that matters, you’re in good hands.