Nothing personal on the label
Traditional name tags broadcast a child's name, your phone number, and sometimes your address to strangers. ScanMate labels show none of it.
Privacy-first smart labels
Lost gear finds its way home. Your child stays private.
Premium QR labels for the things kids and schools lose — that bring items back without ever printing a name, phone number, or address on them.
No app to download · No personal details on the label · Free way to start
No child name printed
No phone number exposed
No address on the item
Secure contact form first
If found, please return toEmma Thompson0412 345 67814 Park Street, Newtown
Anyone can read thisThe old way
Name tags hand strangers your child's identity.
A label with a name and a phone number helps lost property come back — but it also tells anyone who finds it exactly who your child is and how to reach you. That's a trade-off no parent should have to make.
No personal details
The ScanMate way
A private code that reunites — and reveals nothing.
ScanMate labels carry a unique QR code instead of personal details. Finders reach you through a secure form, you're notified instantly, and your information stays yours. Recovery without exposure.
See it in action
Watch a lost item find its way home.
No app. No account. Nothing personal on display. Here's exactly what a finder sees and what you receive.
SM-KIDS-01A7B
Blue Drink BottleReported lostOwner details are private
Contact the owner
A finder scans the code
Any phone camera opens a simple page — no app, no sign-up. They see the item, not who owns it.
Contact owner
ReasonI found this
MessageFound this at the pool change rooms — happy to drop it back.
Send message
They send a secure message
The finder writes a quick note through ScanMate. Your phone number and email are never shown to them.
New message about your bottle
via ScanMate
“Found this at the pool change rooms — happy to drop it back.”
You stayed completely private
You're notified privately
ScanMate emails you and logs the scan in your dashboard. You decide if and how to reply.
The range
A label for everything worth keeping.
Start with a free paper trial, then move into waterproof labels, school asset tags, clothing labels, and pro materials built for everyday life.
Starter Sheet
Print a sheet at home and see exactly how it works — before you order anything.
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Kids Waterproof Pack
Bright, waterproof labels that survive lunchboxes, water bottles, and the dishwasher.
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School Asset Pack
Durable tags to track laptops, devices, and equipment across a whole school.
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Clothing Labels
Laundry-safe labels for everything kids wear and leave behind.
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Pro Tags
Rugged tamper-evident and metal tags for tools, bikes, and the outdoors.
View detailsPrivacy & security
Built private from the very first scan.
Privacy isn't a setting you switch on. It's how ScanMate works by default.
One unique, private URL per label
Every label resolves to its own ScanMate page. There's no pattern to guess and nothing sensitive encoded in the code itself.
Contact happens through us
Finders reach you through a secure form. Your email is never shown — you choose how and whether to respond.
You stay in control
Manage every item from one dashboard, mark things lost or found, and see exactly when and where they were scanned.
Who it's for
One private system, many places it fits.
Parents & families
Label water bottles, lunchboxes, instruments, and uniforms so lost gear comes back — without putting your child's identity on display.
- Waterproof & dishwasher-tolerant
- Fun shapes kids recognise
- Peace of mind at school
Schools
Track laptops, AV gear, sports equipment, and library assets with durable tags, batch coding, and export-ready records.
- Asset tags with optional logo
- CSV / PDF inventory exports
- Bulk batches per department
Clubs & organisations
Tag tools, trailers, outdoor gear, and high-value equipment with tamper-evident and metal options built for tough conditions.
- Tamper-evident & metal tags
- UV and weather resistant
- Maintenance-ready labelling
FAQ
Questions, answered.
How is this more private than a normal name label?
A printed name tag tells any stranger your child's name and how to contact you. A ScanMate label shows none of that — a finder only sees a neutral page and a contact form. Your details are never displayed.
Does the finder need an app or account?
No. Anyone can scan the QR code with their phone camera and reach the contact page instantly. No download, no sign-up.
What happens when someone scans a label?
They open that item's private page and can send you a secure message. You're notified by email and can see the scan in your dashboard, while staying anonymous to the finder.
What does the QR code actually contain?
Only a ScanMate link and private code. It does not contain the owner's name, phone number, email, address, child's name, or item details.
What if the QR code is scanned by a stranger?
They only see the public item page and a secure contact form. Owner details stay hidden unless the owner chooses to respond.
Can I use one QR code for any item?
Yes. A ScanMate code can be printed first and assigned later to a bottle, bag, laptop, uniform, tool, bike, key set, or almost any asset.
Can I change the item details later?
Yes. Owners can log in and update the item name, photo, status, public message, private notes, and custom fields whenever they need.
What happens if my child loses something?
The finder scans the code, sends a message through ScanMate, and the owner receives an email. The owner then decides whether and how to reply.
Will the labels survive water, washing, and the outdoors?
Yes — depending on the product. Kids packs are waterproof and dishwasher tolerant, clothing labels are laundry-safe, and Pro Tags are tamper-evident or metal for harsh environments.
Do I need special QR codes printed?
Yes. ScanMate labels need QR codes that point to ScanMate item links. Generic QR codes from a marketplace will not work unless they are printed with your ScanMate URLs.
Can schools order in bulk with their own branding?
Absolutely. The School Asset Pack supports batch coding, optional school logos, and export-ready CSV/PDF records for your inventory.
Can schools or businesses activate codes in bulk?
Yes. ScanMate is designed for pre-printed batches, so codes can be produced first and assigned to assets as each item is created or handed out.
Is this only for kids and schools?
No. ScanMate works for any item or asset worth recovering, including tools, laptops, bikes, uniforms, sports gear, keys, bags, and outdoor equipment.
How much will it cost?
Sample ordering and paid label packs are coming soon. The plan is to support simple family packs as well as bulk options for schools and organisations.
What if a finder sends spam or abuse?
Finders use a protected form with bot protection. Owners can ignore messages they do not trust, and their contact details are never revealed automatically.
How do I start without committing?
Start with any ScanMate code. Scan it, log in, enter the item details, and save. The code is then active and ready for private lost-item recovery.
See the full ScanMate workflow.
From the first owner scan to the finder message and private email notification, see exactly how the system works.