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Tutorial: How to Use the Flowbird Parking App

Welcome to Flowbird!

Pay for Parking 1 of 3 Ways: 

  1. Text to Pay
  2. Download the App 
  3. Pay on the Web 
Guide for using Flowbird Parking App with steps: open map, select location, choose duration, and purchase.
Guide for using Flowbird Parking App with steps: open map, select location, choose duration, and purchase.
Instructions for using "Text to Pay" parking: text zone name to 727563, click link for details, and receive confirmation.
Instructions for using "Text to Pay" parking: text zone name to 727563, click link for details, and receive confirmation.

TEXT TO PAY- 

  1. Locate a sign indicating your parking zone.  
  2. Open a new text message and type in the number 727563 
  3. In the message field, type in the name of the parking zone: 
    1. Event Site 
    2. Waterfront 
    3. Jensen 
    4. Hook 
    5. Marina 
  4. Follow the link to enter your payment details, license plate number, and desired time frame.  

**Paid parking begins at 8:00 AM. If you arrive earlier, set your session to start at 8:00 AM. The app won’t allow a start time before then, as parking is free before 8:00 AM.**

USING THE FLOWBIRD APP- In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through the key features of the Flowbird parking app, helping you easily manage your parking needs from your smartphone.

Getting Started

  1. Download and Install the Flowbird App
    • For iOS: Go to the App Store, search for "Flowbird Parking," and tap Download.
    • For Android: Go to the Google Play Store, search for "Flowbird Parking," and tap Install.
  2. Create an Account
    • Open the app after installation.
    • If you don’t have an account, tap Sign Up.
    • Fill in your details (name, email, phone number, and payment info).
    • Confirm your registration through the email verification link if required.
  3. Find a Parking Location
    • Open the app to view a map or list of nearby parking locations.
    • Search by entering an address, parking zone, or location name.
  4. Select Your Parking Zone
    • Tap a location to view details.
    • Each parking zone provides information on rates, time limits, and restrictions.
  5. Start a Parking Session
    • Once you've selected a spot, tap Start Parking Session or Park Here.
    • Enter vehicle details (license plate and state). This info will be saved for future use.
    • Choose the parking duration in 1-hour increments.
      • Paid parking begins at 8:00 AM. If you arrive earlier, set your session to start at 8:00 AM. The app won’t allow a start time before then, as parking is free before 8:00 AM.
    • Confirm the payment method (typically a linked credit/debit card).
    • Tap Confirm to start the session.
  6. Extend Your Session
    • To extend your parking, tap Extend Parking before your session ends.
  7. Receive Notifications
    • Get reminders before your parking session ends.
    • Receive notifications about parking time remaining or changes to parking rules.
  8. Review Your Parking History
    • Track your past transactions by going to My Sessions to view your parking history.
  9. Managing Your Account
    • Edit Profile: Update personal information under My Account.
    • Manage Vehicles: To add or remove vehicles, go to My Account and tap Vehicles.
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