Hosting an ecoATM kiosk in your store is a strategic decision that can generate foot traffic and create a passive revenue stream. An ecoATM kiosk can draw in new customers and boost your brand’s sustainability efforts. From installation and setup to ongoing support and return on investment (ROI), let’s walk through what to expect when you partner with ecoATM.
What Is ecoATM and How Can It Help My Business?
ecoATM is a fully automated, self-service kiosk that gives consumers instant cash for their used smartphones and tablets inside national retail locations. With more than 7,100 kiosks, we provide a secure, contactless transaction experience that evaluates devices on the spot and pays customers immediately.
Our kiosks are strategically placed in high-traffic retailers such as Walmart, Dollar General, Kroger, Albertsons, CVS and more, where they operate as a turnkey, fully-managed program. We handle installation, servicing, connectivity, cash management, compliance, and ongoing maintenance—so there is no operational burden on store teams.
For brick-and-mortar retailers, ecoATM delivers measurable value. Our kiosks act as a traffic driver, bringing new and returning customers into your stores. Because customers receive cash instantly, many choose to spend it right away, often before leaving the building. In fact, user survey data shows that approximately 70% of payouts are spent in host stores, directly contributing to incremental sales.
In addition to driving traffic and basket lift, we pay our retail partners competitive, high-margin rent for the space and invest in national and local digital marketing to promote kiosk locations. The result is a simple, revenue-generating service that enhances your sustainability story, increases dwell time, and turns unused devices into new purchasing power inside your store.
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Finding the Right Fit
The first step in partnering with ecoATM is to determine whether your retail location is a good fit for one of our kiosks. Our team will take you through our selection and placement process to help gauge the fit for a successful partnership.
Ideal hosting sites typically share these characteristics:
- Consistent weekly, high-volume foot traffic
- A safe, secure, well-lit environment
- a 3′ x 2.5′ space indoors and out of the elements
- Easy access to electrical power
Approving the Site and Signing the Agreement
After we approve your location to host a kiosk, we initiate the contract process. Our contract outlines ecoATM’s responsibilities, including the installation process, maintenance, and customer support. It also details your responsibilities as a host, like providing space and power for the kiosk.
When it comes to site approval, we handle all the heavy lifting. We complete surveys for a comprehensive view of your location and where the kiosk will be placed and secure necessary business permits to comply with local laws and regulations – all at no cost to our partners.
We’ll also discuss the compensation structure, the term length, and the conditions of the contract. There’s no cost to you when hosting an ecoATM. When you consider that we fully handle maintenance and servicing requirements, this makes hosting an ecoATM both low-risk and low-stress. We manage customer service inquiries through our call center, kiosk maintenance, device pick up and cash fulfillment for our partners; all we need from partners is space and power for a standard plug.
The Installation Process
Installing an ecoATM kiosk is a streamlined and efficient process, thanks to our talented team of highly trained technicians. All we need from you is access to power, along with roughly 3 linear feet of available space.
Once we perform a final site visit and secure operating permits, we work with partners on setup and delivery. Then, we’ll thoroughly test the kiosk to make sure it powers up and transfers data as expected. Finally, we’ll provide onboarding materials so your staff knows how to contact us if a customer requires support.
Marketing Support
After we install the kiosk, we’ll help you attract attention to drive awareness and usage through digital marketing promotion. We also provide in-store signage and promotional materials, along with digital assets that you can use on social media or your website. Our goal is to turn your brick-and-mortar retail location into a destination for responsible electronics recycling, drawing more customers to your store and more devices to our kiosk.
Ongoing Maintenance and Customer Service
ecoATM offers full-service, long-term support to all of our host locations. You’ll never need to worry about things like managing repairs, tracking inventory, or resolving customer complaints. Our ongoing support efforts include:
- Kiosk servicing and maintenance
- Remote monitoring for uptime and functionality
- An on-call support team that can answer your customers’ questions
- Cash handling and restocking, device retrieval, etc.
If you ever need our assistance for any reason, our support team is always just a phone call away!
How to Measure Success and ROI When Hosting an ecoATM
The return on your investment can take several forms: passive revenue generation, increased foot traffic, customer retention, and environmental responsibility.
- Passive Revenue: We pay you to host an ecoATM kiosk at your location, providing a quick and easy pathway to passive revenue generation. When you consider that our customers spend around 70% of their cash payouts in the store where they used the kiosk, it’s easy to see how ecoATM can drive revenue for your business.
- Foot Traffic: Our customers will seek out your store to use the ecoATM kiosk. This drives new visits from customers who have otherwise not visited your retail location.
- Customer Retention: In addition to attracting new customers, an ecoATM kiosk can increase visits from consumers who already shop at your store.
- Environmental Responsibility: Over 75% of consumers in the U.S. today say that they value sustainability. What better way to showcase your company’s dedication to eco-friendly practices and giving back to communities than hosting an ecoATM kiosk?
Contact Us to Get Started Today
Hosting an ecoATM kiosk is an easy way to boost revenue and foot traffic while supporting sustainable business practices. If you want to add a kiosk to your brick-and-mortar retail strategy, contact our team today to learn more about the hosting process. There’s a reason trusted brands like Walmart, Kroger, Dollar General, Albertsons, 7-Eleven, EG America and more have partnered with ecoATM!
