Hivebrite is a community platform for memberships, events, and engagement used by organizations worldwide.

Hivebrite unifies member directories, sign-ups, renewals, payments, and event registration in one place. Connecting Hivebrite with PassKit turns those activities into wallet passes that are easy to deliver, update, and scan on Apple Wallet and Google Wallet. This gives members a convenient card or ticket they can access instantly without logging into a portal.

With this integration, you can issue, update, or revoke passes based on Hivebrite membership and event activity. Members receive a branded pass that reflects status, benefits, and event details, while your team gains faster check-in and clearer engagement data.

Setting Up The Integration

To begin, prepare a pass design in PassKit that matches your Hivebrite use case, such as a membership card or event ticket. After the pass is published, connect Hivebrite triggers so pass actions occur automatically.

  • Create and publish your pass project in PassKit and decide which fields to show. This might include member name, tier, expiry date, and a scannable code for verification.
  • In PassKit, open Settings and then Developer Tools. Note your API region, SDK host, and API prefix, and generate API credentials. These details are required to authenticate calls.
  • In Hivebrite, choose the activities that should control pass actions. Typical triggers include new membership, renewal, tier change, event registration, and event cancellation.
  • Use Zapier, Make, or a simple middleware endpoint to receive Hivebrite events and call the PassKit API. Map the relevant Hivebrite fields to your PassKit template fields so the pass displays accurate information.
  • Optionally subscribe to PassKit webhooks so installs, updates, and scans can be recorded back into Hivebrite or your analytics tools for reporting.

Once this is configured, passes will stay aligned with Hivebrite records without manual updates from your team.

Common Use Cases

When Hivebrite and PassKit are connected, organizations can replace static PDFs and manual processes with dynamic passes that members actually use. The following examples show where this delivers clear value.

  • Membership Cards: Issue a digital card on join or renewal that displays member name, tier, and expiry. This gives members instant proof of status and gives staff a scannable credential.
  • Tier Upgrades: Update the pass design and benefits when Hivebrite moves a member to a higher tier. This keeps the card accurate and prevents confusion at partner venues.
  • Event Tickets: Send wallet tickets after registration that can be scanned at entry. If event details change, the pass updates so attendees always see the latest information.
  • Partner Perks: Deliver perk or discount passes for partners and sponsors tied to membership. Scans can be logged to understand usage and value.
  • Lapsed Recovery: Change the pass appearance when a membership expires and include a renewal prompt. Members see a clear call to action directly in their wallet.

These use cases make membership and events simpler to manage while improving the experience for members and staff.

Industries That Benefit Most

Any organization running a Hivebrite community can gain value, but the integration is particularly helpful where membership identity and event participation matter. Examples include the following groups.

  • Alumni associations and educational foundations
  • Professional associations and trade groups
  • Cultural institutions and member organizations
  • Nonprofits, NGOs, and community networks
  • Clubs, societies, and special interest communities

These organizations benefit because wallet passes increase attendance, reduce check-in time, and keep benefits visible on members’ phones.

Requirements

Before you start, confirm that you have the right accounts, access, and mapping plan. The items below ensure a reliable setup.

  • A PassKit account with at least one published pass project ready to use
  • A Hivebrite account with access to integrations, API, or automation tools
  • API credentials from PassKit Developer Tools for secure calls
  • Zapier, Make, or a small middleware service to connect Hivebrite events to PassKit
  • Field mappings between Hivebrite member and event data and your PassKit template

With these in place, most teams can launch a dependable integration in a short time.

Support & Documentation

Helpful resources for setup and management:

Reviewing these resources before starting will ensure the integration process is efficient and avoids unnecessary issues later.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Issue Different Pass Designs For Different Membership Tiers In Hivebrite?

Yes. Create separate PassKit templates for each Hivebrite tier, then map tier values from Hivebrite to the corresponding template ID in your middleware.

On tier change, call PassKit Update with the member’s pass ID and new template or fields. Store the PassKit pass ID on the Hivebrite member record to target the correct pass on future updates.

Can Hivebrite Event Registrations Generate Wallet Tickets In PassKit?

Yes. Listen for Hivebrite registration and cancellation events, then call PassKit Create or Void. Include attendee name, event title, start time, venue, and a barcode payload that your door scanner validates.

If the event time or location changes in Hivebrite, send a PassKit Update so the ticket in the wallet shows the latest details.

Will Passes Update Automatically When Records Change In Hivebrite?

Yes. When a member’s details change in Hivebrite, such as their renewal date, membership tier, or event registration, the integration can send those updates directly to PassKit.

The pass in Apple Wallet or Google Wallet will then update automatically with the new information so members always have the latest details without needing to download a new pass.

Can Hivebrite Partner Perks Be Delivered As Wallet Passes?

Yes. Issue a perk pass from PassKit when Hivebrite eligibility criteria are met. Encode eligibility or benefit code in the barcode payload and include an expiry date.

When eligibility changes in Hivebrite, send a PassKit Update or Revoke to disable the barcode or modify the benefit text. Partners can scan without Hivebrite access if you provide a simple web validator.

How Do I Track Pass Usage And Tie It Back To Hivebrite?

Enable PassKit webhooks for install, update, and scan. Your webhook receiver should look up the pass ID, resolve it to the Hivebrite member, and log the event on that profile.

Store fields such as pass ID, last install timestamp, last scan timestamp, and scan location. Use these events to trigger Hivebrite emails or workflows and to report on redemption and attendance.