Help Page for Merchants
Here is everything you need to know about partnering with Wolt in Germany. Click on a category to read our answers to the most common questions.
7. How to improve your business
Become a Wolt Merchant Partner
1. Getting started with Wolt
Why am I not online yet?
In order for your venue to go online, we have to set up the profile on our platform, create the menu including any missing information to guarantee its quality, and send out the Wolt device to you.
You will be contacted by our team members at the beginning of the process. Further, to request any missing information we need to finalize the process and finally set the venue online once you received the necessary devices via DHL. If you haven’t been online yet please reach out to your coordinator for further assistance. If you cannot reach your coordinator please submit your request here.
How long will it take until I am online?
The time for setting your venue online depends on various factors, e.g. the length of your menu and the settings that are required to set you online. For standard venues, we aim to set your venue online within 5 business days after you received the necessary device
Note: Partners with POS (Point of Sale) system integrations usually require a few more days to go online, depending on the integrator that you work with
I received an EPSON printer, how can I connect it?
Please read the following instructions carefully:
Display the Bluetooth® setting screen from the settings menu of your device.
Connect your printer to the power supply.
Open the top cover to load paper.
When the cover is open, press and hold the paper feed button until the paper LED flashes. Then release the button and close the cover.
An instruction sheet is printed. Briefly press the button once and release it again to feed the paper into the printer.
Press and hold the button for about 1 second to feed the paper into the printer. A Bluetooth status sheet is printed and the Bluetooth LED flashes.
Search for the corresponding name in the list of discoverable Bluetooth devices on your smart device and select it.
You can watch the full instructions as a video here.
Whom can I contact if I need an update of my status?
You were contacted by your coordinator via phone. Please reach out to your onboarding coordinator via phone or WhatsApp who will be glad to give you an update on the current status.
If you cannot reach your coordinator please submit your request here and we will come back to you as soon as possible.
Why is my venue not visible on the Wolt app?
Your venue is likely still in the process of getting online and will not be visible until everything is fully ready. If you were not online yet, please reach out to your coordinator who will further assist you. If you cannot reach your coordinator please click here to submit a request.
Why haven't I received my devices (and if needed printer) yet?
You signed the contract, provided all the documentation and menu and we are now ready to process it all for you! Once your venue profile is completed, we will prepare the devices and send them over to you via DHL.
Please reach out to your coordinator if you have any further questions. If you cannot reach your coordinator please click here to submit your request. We will come back to you as soon as possible.
Note: You will receive a confirmation email about your shipment directly from DHL. Make sure to check your email and let us know if you wish the package to be sent to a different address.
How can I get access to my merchant account?
You will receive an email to link your Wolt account to your merchant account. Via email, you can log in and access your platform to see more insights about your venue's performance and make adjustments like changing your opening hours or managing your menu.
Can you do a test order for me?
Sure, let your coordinator know and they will give you further guidance. If you cannot reach your coordinator please click here to submit your request.
Can you send me the training again?
You can find relevant training material for your day-to-day business in the "Guides" section on your tablet.
Alternatively, you can also review the training material through the links below:
Merchant tutorial 1: How to accept delivery orders
Merchant tutorial 2: How to accept takeaway orders
How do I change my opening/delivery times?
If you are not online yet, feel free to send your coordinator a WhatsApp message and we will change it for you. If you are already online, you can easily adjust it yourself through your merchant account.
My equipment was sent to a paket-shop, but I can't pick it up, what should I do?
Please contact DHL and arrange for either the package to be redelivered or extend the pick-up time period. You can find the details for your DHL tracking information in the email you received when we sent you the package. In case it has not been picked up, it will be sent back to our office and we will reattempt the delivery.
Some pictures don’t match my menu items, what to do?
If you are not online yet, let your coordinator know where you have noted the mismatch and they will take care of it as soon as possible. If you cannot reach your coordinator please click here to submit your request.
2. Data verification (KYC/B)
Why does Wolt ask for this information?
Wolt License Services Oy is a payment institution under the supervision of the Finnish Financial Supervisory Authority (Finanssivalvonta). As a payment institution, Wolt is required to follow Anti-Money Laundering regulation and needs the information from you in order to continue our business relationship.
I did not receive a data verification prompt, what can I do?
Please log into your merchant account to start the data verification process.
If you do not receive a prompt to start the process please click here to submit a request with the correct e-mail address of the owner
What happens if I do not complete the verification process?
If you do not complete the KYC process,, we will not be able to proceed with a partnership and cannot offer Wolt services to you as a Merchant. We really want to continue to partner with you, so please complete the process as soon as possible upon request. Wolt staff will reach out to you if we need more information. For further questions please check the other questions in the FAQ page.
What are the requirements?
All regulated businesses have to meet certain KYC requirements. Below are the general KYC requirements on a business-to-business level:
Business verification: is the company a real business entity?
Representative verification: is the company represented by the correct person?
Customer due diligence: determining if there are any risk factors within the Business ownership (sanctions, etc.)
The agreement we send to you will detail the documents we would like you to provide in order to verify your business information. These include:
Trade Registry extract from local business register or similar (not older than 3 months)
You will be requested to verify your identity by using our electronic identification service with your identification credentials.
At Wolt, we need to ensure that the bank account information you provide in fact is the account of your business. You can verify this by providing us one of the following:
A copy of your bank account statement
A screenshot of your banking app/website (must be the whole document)
The information we need from you in regards to your bank account is:
IBAN
Venue name (name of restaurant/retailer)
Bank name
Is KYC mandatory?
For regulated businesses, such as payment institutions KYC is mandatory. As Wolt is a licensed Payment Institution, we are required to follow KYC requirements in order to continue our partnership with you.
Who is the UBO?
A UBO is the “ultimate beneficial owner” and is a person (or persons) who ultimately owns or controls the company (ownership or controlling interest of 25% of the shares or voting rights in the company). Identifying the ultimate beneficial owner(s) in a company is a requirement based on European Anti-Money Laundering regulation (the AML Directive).
3. Get help with an order
What if we forgot to add an item for an order or gave the courier a wrong order?
Please reach out to our Support through the in-app chat or phone
We can offer three options: 1. Organising a redelivery - which will cost a fee of 4€ 2. Refund or deduct the item 3. Have the courier come back to you to pick up the missing item (this only applies if they are not too far away from your location)
Our Support Team will do their best to find a solution that fits your and the customer's needs.
What if the courier is delayed or unavailable?
Please reach out to our Support through the in-app chat or phone
Our Support Team will check the courier's location and reach out to the courier to give you an arrival estimate. If required a new courier will be assigned to you who will be with you as soon as possible! In case an item needs to be re-prepared, we will do our best to find a solution that fits your needs (e.g. refunding the production cost of the item).
What if the courier arrives early?
If the courier regularly arrives too early, you need to adjust your prep time when accepting the order by clicking on the button "change preparation time". Wolt uses an ever-improving algorithm to predict your prep times; however, this does not mean that you automatically must accept the order according to our nearest courier location.
What if the order is too large for the courier’s vehicle?
Please reach out to our Support through the in-app chat or phone
Our Support Team will organize as many couriers as needed and will reach out to the customers to let them know that the order will be delivered by multiple couriers.
What if I had a bad experience with a courier?
Please reach out to our Support through the in-app chat or phone
Be as detailed as possible about your courier experience so we can take further action with the courier. We work closely together with our courier partners and we take reports like this very seriously.
What if I don’t have the ingredients/items that the customer ordered?
When you cannot offer your full menu to your customers, please ensure to disable the missing items in our Merchant App. Once you can offer the missing items again, please ensure to enable them to make them visible to our customers.
When an order has already been placed for a missing item, please reach out to our Support Team via chat in the app or telephone for assistance.
Please try to think of an alternative to offer the customer, we will then reach out to them presenting the different options you have available for them. Please note that the customer is allowed to refuse the alternative and can either cancel the order or we can refund the item for the customer and deduct it from you.
In case there is no fitting alternative, you have the option to reject the order before you accept it in the app yourself. In case you have already accepted the order, we can reject it for you.
Report a Wolt safety incident
Please reach out to our Support through the in-app chat or phone
Be as detailed as possible about the incident that occurred, so further action can be taken. We will forward the incident internally to the appropriate department immediately with utmost urgency.
What if the customer contacts me with an order issue?
We can offer two options: 1. Refer them to our Customer Support via the Wolt App. In case the customer reaches out to us we will contact you again to confirm the solution. 2. Reach out to our Support Team via chat in the app or telephone for assistance. Our Support Team will do their best to find a solution that fits your and the customer's needs.
Our Support Team will do their best to find a solution that fits your and the customer's needs.
I got a false bad rating from a customer?
Ratings can’t be overwritten, changed, or deleted. In case you feel the rating may be unjustified, you can reach out to our Support Team via chat in the app or phone for assistance.
4. Manage your Wolt account
I have problems logging into my merchant account, what can I do?
If you have problems logging into your merchant account, please follow the steps below.
A) Never had merchant access before:
1. You will first need to create a new account on Wolt. If you already have a user account you can move to step 3.
2. To create a user please go to your merchant account and click on the option “Don’t have a Wolt account yet? Get one here.”
3. Afterward, please click here to submit your email address and the name of your restaurant. Make sure to give us a short note in the comments section that you request merchant access to your restaurant.
4. After a maximum of 3 business days, you will receive an email that gives you access to your merchant account.
B) Already had merchant access before:
Access www.merchant.wolt.com and log in as usual with your email address.
You should now receive an email to access your merchant account. Please check your email inbox and follow the link in the email.
If the steps above did not work please click here to submit and briefly explain your request
How can I grant my staff access to the merchant account?
Please access your Merchant Account. Click on the option “Access management” which you can find in the left navigation tab.
Under “Merchant Admin users” you can click on “+ Invite user” to invite your colleague via email and select the corresponding user rights:
Restaurant worker: Can see and edit menus in the restaurant. They can’t add new users
Restaurant manager: Can see and edit menus in the restaurant and add new users.
The invited users must create a user account at Wolt: They need to go to Merchant Account and click on the option “Don’t have a Wolt account yet? Get one here.”
How can I grant my staff access to the Merchant App on the Wolt tablet?
Please access your Merchant Account. Click on the option “Access management” which you can find in the left navigation tab.
When selecting “Merchant App users”, you can add additional login credentials for your restaurant at the Wolt app.
Venue manager: Has full access to both Merchant App and Merchant App lite.
Venue staff (extended): Can use most functionalities but cannot see purchase history in Merchant App lite.
Venue staff (limited): Cannot see purchase history and cannot close or reopen the venue from Merchant App lite.
How can I change my opening/delivery hours?
You can log into your merchant account and easily change the settings under “Restaurant details” yourself.
How can I change my venue name?
I am doing self-delivery: How can I update my delivery area?
How can I request a change from Wolt-delivery to self-delivery or self-delivery to Wolt-delivery?
The business owner has changed. How can I update the Wolt contract?
My legal entity has changed. How can I update the Wolt contract?
How can I terminate my contract with Wolt?
To cancel your contract, you can contact support directly via your Wolt device or send an e-mail to restaurants.germany@wolt.com.
5. Payment questions
I am missing payments. What can I do?
If your withdrawals have been blocked, it can be likely that you have not yet met the data verification requirements. Your withdrawals will be unblocked immediately once the KYC/B requirements have been met.
Please log in to your merchant account to start the data verification process. If you have not received a prompt to start the process, please click here to submit a request with the correct email address of the owner.
Please select "payment issues" and provide us details of the payment period or total that is missing.
Note: Please also cross-check with your bank that they are not withholding any outstanding payments for your account.
How can I change my bank account?
If you want to change your bank account, please send us proof of your bank account (either through an image or a document showing that you are the bank account owner) to restaurants.germany@wolt.com.
For safety reasons, it is crucial that the email is sent through your official merchant email address that you registered with at Wolt.
Where can I see payout- and sales reports?
Payout reports: You can find your payout reports through your merchant account according to your payout cycle (monthly, semi-monthly, hexa-monthly).
Sales reports: You can review the purchase history either through your merchant account or directly on your merchant app.
For more payout-related questions please click here to submit your question
I was charged more than the agreed commission - why?
All services in Germany include 19% tax VAT, which is considered in the payout calculation.
For more payout report-related questions, please click here to submit your request
6. Get help with your Wolt devices
I received an EPSON printer, how can I connect it?
Please read the following instructions carefully:
Display the Bluetooth® setting screen from the settings menu of your device.
Connect your printer to the power supply.
Open the top cover to load paper.
When the cover is open, press and hold the paper feed button until the paper LED flashes. Then release the button and close the cover.
An instruction sheet is printed. Briefly press the button once and release it again to feed the paper into the printer.
Press and hold the button for about 1 second to feed the paper into the printer. A Bluetooth status sheet is printed and the Bluetooth LED flashes.
Search for the corresponding name in the list of discoverable Bluetooth devices on your device and select it.
You can watch the full instructions as a video here.
My printer does not work anymore, what can I do?
Below is a step-by-step guide on how to solve the problem with your printer on your own. Please take your time and try to go through each step.
Usually, the steps listed below will solve the problem. Of course, we are here for you if you still need help despite the instructions. 🖨️
1. Please make sure that the printer is connected to the power supply. (the blue light on the top left of the front panel will be on) 🔵
2. Go to the iPad settings and then go to the Bluetooth section. Activate the Bluetooth and connect the iPad to the printer. The following device name appears here - "mC-Print3" (Afterwards should see a second blue light appear on the front of the printer). 🔵 🔵
Please note that the problem may also be due to the distance between the iPad and the printer being too great. Remind them not to place both devices more than 5-10 meters apart.
3. Please go to the Wolt app, then to "Settings" and then to the "Advanced printer settings". Please delete the printer profile and then create it again using the "Create Printer Profile" button. Here you can accept the default settings and name the profile as you wish.
You can find the setting by clicking on the ☰ icon in the upper left corner of our app.
If the connection of the printer was successful, it will now appear between the options "Restaurant open" and the "Rush mode" as an additional tab under the name "Printer available".
4. Please reset your printer
If the steps above did not resolve the problem, please reset your Printer and follow the steps above one more time. While holding down the RESET switch on the rear of the printer, press and release the Power button on the right side of the operation panel on the front of the printer. Hold down the RESET switch until the Network LED (green) in the center of the operation panel flashes.
Extra tip: It helps to close and restart the app between the steps.
For example, after you have recreated the printer profile, please close the Wolt app briefly and restart it (2x click on the home button and then swipe the app up).
If the steps above did not resolve the issue, please take a look under the topic below: "My equipment is broken, what can I do? "
If my tablet is broken or stolen, how can I process orders in the meantime?
The Merchant lite app can only be used as a temporary solution if your iPad is currently broken or stolen. It makes it easy for Wolt Merchants to see, prepare and finalize active orders. Just choose an order, collect or prepare the items, tap to complete, and let us do the rest!
If you would like to use Merchant App Lite, please send an e-mail to: restaurants.germany@wolt.com.
You can use your own Android (Android 8.1 or higher) or Apple (IOS 10 or higher) smartphone or tablet.
Below you can find a guide on how to install the Merchant Lite App.
A) For Apple devices via the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/tr/app/merchant-lite/id1521979843
B) For Android devices via PlayStore: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wolt.picker&hl=en&gl=US&pli=1
Alternatively, you can search for "Merchant Lite" in the relevant app store.
Please follow the steps below to generate the Merchant Lite app credentials:
Go to merchant.wolt.com and log in to your Merchant Insights
Go to the “Access Management” tab and then “Merchant App Users”
Click on the three dots next to the username and then on “Reset Password”
Log into the Merchant Lite app with the new credentials (note: you can reset your password yourself at any time!)
We will make the necessary changes so that you can work without a tablet as soon as possible! We will also contact you to discuss the further process of the existing devices.
Should you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us: restaurants.germany@wolt.com
How can I purchase a new device or receive vouchers?
To request a new device or marketing material, please submit your request via Mail to: restaurants.germany@wolt.com
or
Please reach out to our Live Support through the in-app chat or phone.
I need more paperbags, how can I request them?
You can easily order more paper bags through the in-app chat in your Merchant Wolt app. To access the support chat, click on the ☰ icon on the top left of your Wolt app screen. This will open the navigation bar where you can click on “Support”. Afterward, choose the option "Paperbags 👜" and your request will be forwarded to the right department.
My device is broken, what can I do?
We are sorry to hear that your device is defective.
To report a defective device, please submit your request via Mail to: restaurants.germany@wolt.com
or
Please reach out to our Live Support through the in-app chat or phone.
I see an error message on my app, what can I do?
If you see an error message with a code on your merchant app, please check the instructions below:
Error codes starting with “1000”
These are likely connected to a network connection-related issue. Please make sure that you have a stable internet connection.
Error codes starting with “400”
These are likely related to an issue with your merchant app version. Please update your merchant app. To do so, enter your home screen on your device and click on the application “company apps” where you can download the latest iPad version. Note: always make sure to keep your iPad on during the night to automatically update your iPad to the latest version
Error codes starting with “500”
These are likely related to a server-related issue on our end. It might help to restart your Wolt App. If this should occur, we are always working on an internal solution as soon as possible.
If you encounter a technical issue that is not listed above or that you can't resolve please reach out to our Support through the in-app chat.
My charger does not work anymore, what can I do?
If the tablet does not charge when it is connected to the charger, please follow the steps below
Please make sure that you connect the charger directly to the power outlet and don't use an extension cord (it might be damaged)
Try to turn the head of the charger and connect it "upside down"
Please make sure that the charger is the original Apple one that we send you while setting you live. If you are using other charger cables or heads, the iPad's accumulator will be damaged quickly🚨
If the guideline above did not help, please submit your request via Mail to: restaurants.germany@wolt.com
(Alternatively, if the guidelines do not help you can easily get a new charger on your own. Wolt will refund you the costs with the next payment. Please click here to submit a request for the receipt of your purchase)
My device got stolen. Where can I request a new one?
We are sorry to hear that your device has been stolen. Please report the incident to the police and your insurance company immediately. We will issue you a receipt for the total amount of the old iPad for submission to your insurance company. If the device has not yet been paid off, the receipt will be issued once the device has been paid for in full.
To report a stolen device, please submit your request via Mail to: restaunrat.germany@wolt.com
or
Please reach out to our Live Support through the in-app chat or phone.
Can I install any other apps on my Wolt device?
To ensure that your "Merchant Wolt App" always works smoothly it is technically not possible to install other apps than the Wolt app while you are running your business with Wolt.
7. How to improve your business at Wolt
How can I drive sales at Wolt?
Promotions: Unlock the power of promotions and campaigns by submitting them through our convenient form.
Each promotion is an opportunity to captivate customers and drive order growth, bringing you closer to achieving your sales goals.
Tablet Aliveness: Keep the pulse of your business alive! Ensure your Wolt tablet is always charged and the Wolt app is turned on during your opening hours. By staying connected, you create a seamless ordering experience for your customers, maximizing sales and keeping your business thriving.
Lower Rejections: Maintain a smooth operation and minimize rejections. Keep a vigilant eye on your Wolt tablet, regularly updating your menu to avoid missing items or temporary closures during busy periods. Turn up the volume on your iPad and ensure your accurate opening times are reflected, leaving no room for unhappy and hungry customers. This commitment to excellence ensures customer satisfaction and a steady stream of sales.
Rating: Deliver an exceptional dining experience to leave a lasting impression. Serve top-quality food, double-check orders and order comments to ensure nothing is forgotten, and utilize appropriate packaging. These details matter and contribute to an outstanding customer experience, increasing the likelihood of repeat business and ultimately driving your sales upward.
Punctuality: Time is of the essence! Accurately calculate your preparation and delivery times to minimize waiting periods for couriers and customers. Efficient time management not only reduces delays but also upholds the quality of your food. By delivering on time, you create happy customers who are more likely to become loyal patrons, boosting your sales and reputation. Indicating a precise prep time also allows our courier partners to arrive on time and minimize the time your food is waiting in the bag!
How can I offer my customers a promotion?
Increase your sales and reach more customers with our campaign visibility solutions!
Looking to boost your sales and attract new customers? Our powerful campaign visibility feature is here to help. By leveraging our platform, you can create targeted campaigns that will significantly enhance your visibility in our app and drive more customers to your business.
It's simple to get started. Just sign up through our user-friendly form, select the specific campaign and date you want to promote, and we'll take care of the rest. Once your campaign is approved, you'll receive a high-quality banner that will effectively promote your business and grab the attention of our app users.
With our banner displayed prominently in our app, you'll enjoy a substantial increase in the number of customers who see your campaign. This means more eyes on your products or services, leading to higher sales and a larger customer base. Get ready to take your business to new heights with our powerful campaign visibility solutions!
If you want to request a promotion please submit your request here
How can I pause new incoming orders?
Set the restaurant as temporarily offline: in case of many onsite customers and already many orders in your pipeline, you can set your restaurant as temporarily offline. You can activate and deactivate this function at any time. All you need to do is click on the button on the top right corner of the screen (maybe add a screenshot) and select how long you would like to close the restaurant for - this can be 30 minutes, 1 hour, or until the next opening hour, whatever works for you!
8. How to change your menu & photos
How do I create a complete new menu?
Your menu will be created for you by our experienced menu specialists during the onboarding process. You are welcome to make minor adjustments yourself directly through your merchant account. You can find further explanations on how to adjust your menu by yourself in the FAQ slides below.
If your entire menu has changed, we recommend that you contact our restaurant team. Please send us the new menu including a complete list of:
Price of the item
(If required) Information about allergens and/or additions
(If required) Relevant options to choose from
(For new items) a brief description of the item
If you want to make changes to your menu please submit your request here
What is the menu editor and what are its functions?
The Menu editor stores your menu, which our experienced menu specialists created for you during the onboarding process.
You will find the menu editor in your merchant account. First, log into your merchant account. On the left side panel, you can find the Menu editor.
The following functions will help you to manage your items and are explained in more detail in the FAQ slides below:
add new items
add options to items
change information about existing items
deactivate items
adjust prices of existing items
regulate the availability of items (e.g. breakfast dishes)
How do I create a new menu item?
Log into your merchant account.
Add a new item: Open the menu editor and click in the left column on the category to which you would like to add a new item. Click on + Add item (top right) to open a screen where you can enter all the relevant information for your new item: Item name, description, price, VAT, allergens and additives, and alcohol information. As soon as you have filled in at least all the required fields, click on save.
Add a new drink: Open the menu editor and click in the left column on the drink category to which you want to add a new drink. Click on + Add item (top right) to open a mask where you can enter all relevant information about your new drink: Item name, description, price (excl. deposit), VAT, alcohol information, unit information in ml., nutritional information for branded items, retailer information and deposit. As soon as you have filled in at least all the required fields, click on save.
Add option: Open the menu editor and click on the dish to which you want to add an option. A screen will open with all the item details. Scroll to the bottom and click on + Add option. A selection box opens. Select the option(s) you want to link to your item. If you want to create a new option, you can click on + Create new option and enter all the necessary information and then save it.
How do I change information about an existing dish or drink?
Open the menu editor on your merchant account and click on the dish or drink you would like to customize. A screen opens with all the item details. Click on Edit (top right) to adjust your changes. As soon as you are satisfied with your adjustment, make sure to click on Save.
I cannot offer an item temporarily. How can I deactivate it?
On your merchant app You can deactivate the items in your menu directly through the Wolt app by clicking on the ☰ icon on the top left of your Wolt app screen and accessing the "Menu editor".
On the merchant account in your web browser Log into your merchant account and open the Menu editor to find the items that you cannot currently offer. Click on the three blue dots on the far right and click on disable. The dish is now no longer visible and cannot be ordered until you reactivate it in the same way.
How can I change the prices of my items?
Log into your merchant account and select Menu Editor on the left side panel.
Open the Menu Editor in your Merchant Portal and tick the dish/drink or dishes. Click on the Change Price icon in the top menu bar. A window will open in which you can enter the new price and change it by clicking on Save.
Note: If you want to change the prices of several dishes, you can do this in one step. To do this, please click on all dishes that will change in price in the same way. After entering and saving the new prices, the new information will be applied to all selected dishes.
How can I adjust the availability of my items?
Log into your merchant account and select Menu Editor on the left. Open the Menu Editor and tick the dish/drink or several dishes/drinks for which you want to limit availability. Click on the icon Set availability and visibility in the upper menu bar. A window will open where you can enter the availability limitations and change them by clicking on Save.
I am integrated with a POS (Point of Sale) system, how do I change the menu?
If you are integrated with a cash system provider (POS system) at Wolt, it is not possible to make direct changes to your menu through the menu editor.
In this case, please contact the support of your POS system provider for more information on how to make changes to your Wolt menu.
Please be aware that the menu must always meet the legal requirements for us to present the items on Wolt. Please make sure to be aware of and include:
the correct VAT rules (7% for dishes, 19% for drinks)
include all ingredients (and their coherent allergens and additions)
possess a "bio certificate" in case you mention terms like "bio", "organic" or similar
How can I change the images of my menu items?
Are there any restrictions to consider for my menu items?
Our platform does not support sales of illegal substances.
We kindly ask you not to use racist, homophobic or ableist language. Please also do not use trademark wording if you do not own the right to it. Make sure you offer items that are easy to deliver and will fit our backpacks.
Can I receive a photoshoot for free?
If you are new to the Wolt platform, you automatically qualify for a free professional photoshoot. No questions asked.
If you would like to enlarge your menu, replace stock images with real photos of your food or request a second photoshoot, please reach out to us via photo.germany@wolt.com to chat about your imaging options. We will come back to you as soon as possible.
How can I make a photo shoot appointment?
When you reach the welcome call, you will be asked to confirm that you want a photo shoot. If you do, a photographer will contact you on the phone to make a photo shooting appointment at your earliest convenience.
If you have a venue that is already online, please get in touch with us via photo.germany@wolt.com and we will come back to you as soon as possible.
What happens before and during a photoshoot?
The photographer will take one separate photo of each item on your menu that is online on our app. This includes individual appetizers, main dishes, food combinations, sauces, sides, and desserts. They will also take a beautiful cover photo which will feature your restaurant on Wolt with an assortment of your best dishes.
The photo shoot can last up to 2.5 hours depending on the size of your menu so it is very important that you are well-prepared to ensure it runs smoothly.
What do I need to prepare for my photoshoot?
What we humbly request if you decide to make an appointment with a photographer:
Staff available to prepare the food for the photo shoot.
Space set aside for the photoshoot (1-2 meters) including one table (80 x 60 cm minimum).
Cold dishes (like appetizers, salads, sushi, sides and desserts) plated and ready to be photographed when the photographer arrives.
Warm food as close to ready as possible. Those dishes should be coming out of the kitchen every 3 minutes after the photographer is set up.
It is important that you do your best to make every product available to the photographer as this will improve the quality of your page and hopefully your sales.
I already have my own photos, can I use them?
If you already have your own pictures, feel free to send them to us. We will then check if they meet our quality standards and edit them to match our style. To do so, you can send them via WhatsApp at +49 174 8875801. If you don’t have WhatsApp, you can also send them at photo.germany@wolt.com.
One important note: you need to have the right to send us these pictures. For example, these can’t come from another photoshoot you’ve had with other similar platforms like Wolt.
Can I use the photos I took with Wolt on other platforms?
You can use the photos you took with Wolt for your own advertising purposes (ie. Instagram). This being said, your right of use does not include the use of the Product Photos in print media, for outdoor advertising, or in connection with the promotion of your products on platforms competing with Wolt. The right of use ends automatically upon termination of our partnership.
Can I take my own pictures?
Yes, you can and we are explaining how to do it below!
What if I don’t want pictures?
It’s a rough market out there and our experience shows that users are more likely to order items with images . However, if you decide that you would like to try your luck without, we reserve the right to upload stocks to make sure your page stays competitive.
Can I decide what my pictures will look like?
We have worked hard to develop our aesthetics and would like to keep the Wolt style throughout our app, as we believe that this helps create a beautiful and immersive interface for users. As you probably have noticed while browsing our app, we have a bright, airy, and minimalistic style and we love neutral and pastel colors. We are sure that you’ll love it, too.
I have a very large menu, how does the photoshooting work?
If your menu is larger than 70 items, we might have to organize more than one photoshoot. It is therefore important for us to understand what you are willing to cook to provide the photographer with accurate lists of items.
9. Point of Sale (POS) questions
What must happen so that my POS system can receive Wolt orders?
Your POS system must develop an interface (API) to Wolt. Only when this interface has been developed orders and other functions can be processed via the cash register.
What data is needed to set up the interface?
A key and the venue ID are required. Wolt usually provides these to the POS system provider or support team of the POS system. Ideally, the POS system provider takes care of setting up the interface.
Where do I get the API key and the Venue ID?
Please contact the relevant support team of your POS provider with the integration request. The support team of the POS register provider will then contact the Wolt team to set up the interface for you.
Which POS systems are already working with Wolt?
1. Orderbird
2. SIDES (SimplyDelivery)
3. Deliverect - Lightspeed - Gastronovi - TC POS - HelloTess - Oracle - Symphony - NCR - and many more
4. Liefersoft
5. ExpertOrder
6. Menu.app
7. Amadeus 360
9. AllO
10. Bessa.app - E2H
Will I incur costs for the interface?
Wolt will not charge you any extra costs for the integration. Under certain circumstances, the POS system provider may charge monthly or one-off costs for the set-up. Please contact the respective support team of the system for further details.
How are orders accepted through the checkout?
Depending on the POS system or the settings in the cash register, a distinction can be made between Auto-Acceptance (all orders are automatically accepted) or Manual-Acceptance. Not all POS systems support this function and have either only Manual-Acceptance or only Auto-Acceptance.
How can I change my menu via an integration?
If you are integrated with Wolt, it is not possible to make changes to your menu directly via the Wolt menu editor. You can make your menu changes directly through your POS system provider. Please contact your provider for further assistance.
How can we change our opening hours through an integration?
To change your opening hours please get in touch with your POS system provider for more specific details.
Can I work without a Wolt tablet?
Currently, only Simply Delivery / SIDES and Deliverect provide support working without a Wolt tablet.
Note: Wolt must be informed separately if you wish to work without the tablet as we will need to adjust our settings. In all cases, we recommend a tablet or access to the Merchant App Lite for easy and quick access to our support chat in the event of an interface failure.