21Oct

New Digital Scorecard in the QR Web App

A digital scorecard from your club's existing QR code

The new digital scorecard is now part of the QR conversion table, the HMS Guest App and the new HMS Members App.

It is available to all clubs using the HMS QR Web App to make their conversion table available to players. Members and guests can open the conversion table on their phone and tap Start Scorecard to begin their round.

Enter scores as you play

HMS digital scorecard score-entry screen on a phone, showing players and the scoring keypad.

Enter scores hole by hole on your phone.

Review the finished scorecard

Completed HMS digital scorecard showing par, hole index, gross scores and Stableford points.

See the scores and points for each hole.
View full desktop Scorecard HERE!

Screenshots from the HMS Members App at The Scandinavian. Tap an image to view it in full.

How players access the scorecard

  1. Scan the club's existing conversion-table QR code.
  2. Open the HCP Conversion Table in the QR Web App.
  3. Tap Start Scorecard and follow the on-screen steps.

Your existing QR code becomes a way for players to access both their conversion table and their scorecard on the course.

More tools during the round

Hole guides and pace-of-play alerts are available in both the QR Web App and the HMS Members App. GPS functionality requires an app.

Hole guide

HMS hole guide showing the layout of hole 1 at The Scandinavian, with distances and a green view.

QR Web App + Members App

Pace-of-play alerts

HMS digital scorecard showing a red pace-of-play alert above the round scores.

QR Web App + Members App

GPS map

HMS scorecard showing the GPS map view and tracking controls. GPS functionality requires an app.

App required

First, check your hole-by-hole course data

The scorecard needs the correct details for the course and tee the player is using. Please make sure the following information is complete for every hole, from every tee, on every course in your HMS Management System.

Hole length

The length of each individual hole from the selected tee box.

Par

The correct par value for each hole from that tee.

Hole index

The correct hole index for each hole from that tee.

Check every tee on every course. Even when par or hole index values are shared between tees, check that the correct values are recorded for each tee. For example, a club with two courses should check all tees on both courses.

Set it up yourself

  1. Log in to the HMS Management System.
  2. Open Settings → Course Slope/Rating.
  3. Scroll to the hole-by-hole table. Check the hole length, par and hole index for every hole, from every tee on every course.
  4. Save your course data and repeat the check for all courses and tees.
  5. Go to Settings → Website and mobile QR and turn on Enable scorecard.
  6. Scan your club's QR code on a phone and check that Start Scorecard is available.

Let us help with the course data

If you would like us to enter the values for you, send us an up-to-date scorecard showing the hole lengths, par values and hole indexes for every tee on every course.

We will make sure the required values are entered in the HMS Management System so your club is ready to use the scorecard.

Email your scorecard to support@howmanystrokes.com. If the details are spread across several scorecards, please include them all.

Ready for members and guests

With the course data complete and the scorecard enabled, your members and guests can use the same QR code they already scan for the conversion table to start a digital scorecard on their phone.

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01Sep

Online Rental Manager

Announcing Our Online Rental Manager — Smarter, Greener, Effortless

We’ve built a modern rental workflow that removes paper, speeds up handovers, and gives you a real-time overview — fully GDPR-compliant and tailored to your club.

Live overview in the Online Rental Manager

Why clubs asked for this

  • No more paper — QR and link for every rental; sustainable and tidy.
  • Faster handover — players arrive pre-registered; staff verify and hand out.
  • Real-time control — see all rentals at a glance; update status on any device.
  • GDPR-safe by design — collect only what you need, hide personal details when required.

Players sign up from phone via QR or link

Golfer scanning the Rental Qr Code

Instant access — no paper required

  • QR code and shareable link for every rental
  • Eco-friendly and always legible

Effortless player sign-up

  • Register from phone or Digital Information Board
  • Pre-register groups and arrivals in advance

Player confirmation

  • Instant confirmation by e-mail and on device
  • Staff simply verify and issue the rental

Live overview

  • Track every rental in real time
  • Update status from PC, tablet, or phone

Damage & follow-up

  • Attach photo documentation to issues
  • Use a “Keep until solved” trigger for flagged cases

Built-in privacy

  • Optional and confidential fields (name, e-mail, phone, country)
  • Hide personal details in ops view when needed

Management that fits your club

  • Multiple rental items in one flow (e.g., buggies, trolleys, clubs)
  • Integrated terms & conditions / disclaimers
  • Tour Operators can sign up for their group
  • Automatic monthly marketing list (with consent)

Customisable settings per club

GDPR-compliant by design — collect only what you need and keep sensitive data out of the daily view.

Efficiency that pays

  • No printing, fewer errors, faster handovers
  • Typical savings of €4,000–€10,000 per year through time and printing reductions
  • Industry-leading customer loyalty — NPS 63
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Player confirmation e-mail

How it works

  1. Player scans QR or opens the link on your Digital Information Board
  2. Fills in required fields and accepts terms
  3. Receives instant confirmation (and can share the rental case)
  4. Staff verify and hand out the equipment
  5. Managers follow live status; flag issues with photos until resolved

Ready to modernise your rentals?

Set-up is quick, training is minimal, and your team will love the time saved. We’ll tailor the flow to your club — from disclaimers to damage follow-up.

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25Aug

Touch Indicator for the Terminal

New Touch Indicator for the How Many Strokes Terminal

Help players instantly understand the screen is interactive and touch-enabled.

The indicator animates a finger tap on the screen so golfers know they can interact—perfect for first-time users or busy starter houses.

Instant clarity

A subtle looping animation that says “Touch to start” without interrupting content.

Fullscreen option

Enable for fullscreen images (e.g., hero screens) so the cue sits neatly on top.

Custom interval

Choose how often it appears: set the timer to show the animation every xx seconds.

How to enable

  1. Open the How Many Strokes Management System.
  2. Go to Terminal settings for the relevant screen.
  3. Toggle Touch Indicator to On.
  4. (Optional) Toggle Show on fullscreen picture.
  5. Set Interval (e.g., every 30 seconds).
  6. Save and it will be enabled on the HMS screen.

Why it matters

  • Reduces confusion—players recognise it’s touch-driven immediately.
  • Improves throughput at busy times (“Touch to start”).
  • Looks polished and on-brand with a lightweight animation.
Watch the quick demo

Need help setting it up? Email support@howmanystrokes.com or call +45 7239 1000.

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Stay Connected:

Empower your golf course operations with the newly updated Course Update App—where simplicity meets functionality. Streamline your communication, stay organised, and keep your staff and players updated with ease.

Experience the difference today!

Video Overview

In the accompanying video, discover how the How Many Strokes app revolutionizes communication at your club. Witness the user-friendly interface that allows for easy navigation and instant access to essential features. Learn how clubs worldwide are benefiting from modernizing their operations and enhancing player engagement.

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13Mar

Update to Greenkeeper/Course Update App

Introducing Our Enhanced Course Update App – New Features & Improved Design

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We're thrilled to announce significant updates to the How Many Strokes Course Update App, bringing an enhanced user experience with brand new functionalities and improved navigation tools tailored specifically for golf staff and greenkeepers.

What's New?

Customisable Icon & Burger Menus:
Navigate easier and quicker with our newly integrated Icon and Burger menus (≡). These menus are fully customisable, allowing you to add unlimited items featuring content that's relevant to your golf course operations:

  • Photos
  • PDFs
  • Videos
  • HTML content
  • Plain text documents
  • External website links

Use this flexibility to quickly access instructions, schedules, vendor contacts, club rules, regulations, and more—all within one intuitive interface.

Enhanced Update Log:
We've redesigned the Update Log to provide clearer insights into who made recent course changes. The log now also supports grouping changes, offering a fast overview of the latest updates—such as the last 10 pin positions—helping your team stay informed effortlessly.

Existing Features You Know and Love:

  • Real-Time Course Updates: Instantly communicate Stimpmeter readings, pin positions, and course conditions directly to screens and the Player App.
  • Digital Handicap Board: Easy digital access to handicap conversion tables.
  • Daily Course Management: Manage daily updates, club news, and general information seamlessly.
  • Player Communication: Enhance player experience through instant, reliable information delivery.
Book a Demo

Stay Connected:

Empower your golf course operations with the newly updated Course Update App—where simplicity meets functionality. Streamline your communication, stay organised, and keep your staff and players updated with ease.

Experience the difference today!

Video Overview

In the accompanying video, discover how the How Many Strokes app revolutionizes communication at your club. Witness the user-friendly interface that allows for easy navigation and instant access to essential features. Learn how clubs worldwide are benefiting from modernizing their operations and enhancing player engagement.

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19Feb

E-mail Sign-Up in Club App

New Feature: Customizable Sign-Up Popup in the How Many Strokes Club App

We’ve just added a customizable sign-up popup to the How Many Strokes Club App!  This new feature allows clubs to collect user information in a way that suits their needs—whether that means requiring sign-up before use or offering a skip option for a frictionless experience.

How It Works

With this new sign-up popup, you have full control over:
✅ Mandatory or Optional Sign-Up – Decide whether users must complete sign-up or can skip it.
✅ Custom Fields – Choose which information to collect, from names and emails to member numbers and preferences.
✅ Flexible User Experience – Allow users to complete the form or bypass it entirely, depending on your club’s needs.

This makes it easier to gather valuable member information while ensuring a smooth experience for users.

Seamless Data Management & Marketing Integration

All collected user information is securely stored in the management system, giving you full access whenever needed. Here’s what you can do with it:

  • Download as Excel CSV – Easily export user data in CSV format for further use.
  • Use in Marketing & Other Systems – Import the CSV file into email platforms, CRM systems, or other marketing tools.
  • Automated Monthly Reports – Set up the system to automatically send the latest user list to your inbox every month.

With this automation, clubs can maintain up-to-date user data effortlessly and improve communication with members.
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What’s Already in the App?

The How Many Strokes Club App is designed to make life easier for golfers and club managers alike. Here’s what it already offers:

✅ HCP Conversion Table – Quickly convert handicaps for fair play.
✅ HCP Allowance Calculator – Simplifies match format calculations.
✅ News Box – Share important club announcements and events.
✅ General Club Info – Essential details, including facilities and contact information.
✅ Today’s Course Updates – Real-time updates on course conditions.
✅ QR Code Integration – Easy access to club info via strategically placed QR codes.
✅ Custom Branding – Fully adaptable to match your club’s identity.

Book a Demo

More Than Just a Digital Tool

The How Many Strokes Club App is a significant step toward modernizing your golf club while enhancing member engagement. This versatile solution caters to diverse player preferences, creating an inclusive environment that enriches the overall golfing experience. Invest in your club’s future by adopting the How Many Strokes app, customized with your branding, and join a community of golf clubs dedicated to improving player interactions.

Video Overview

In the accompanying video, discover how the How Many Strokes app revolutionizes communication at your club. Witness the user-friendly interface that allows for easy navigation and instant access to essential features. Learn how clubs worldwide are benefiting from modernizing their operations and enhancing player engagement.

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19Feb

New Burger Menu in Custom Club App

New: Customizable Burger Menu in the How Many Strokes Club App

We’re excited to introduce a new Burger Menu in the How Many Strokes Club App!  This new feature enhances navigation and allows for seamless integration with existing club systems. Plus, it’s fully customizable—giving clubs the flexibility to add their own links, buttons, images, and videos to create a tailored experience for their members.

What Does the Burger Menu Add?

With the new Burger Menu, you can:
✔ Customize navigation with club-specific content.
✔ Integrate existing systems for a smoother user experience.
✔ Enhance engagement by adding links, images, and videos.

This update makes the app even more powerful, giving clubs complete control over how members access key information.

Want to see it in action? Update your app and start customizing today!
How Many Strokes Club App

What’s Already in the App?

The How Many Strokes Club App is designed to make life easier for golfers and club managers alike. Here’s what it already offers:

✅ HCP Conversion Table – Quickly convert handicaps for fair play.
✅ HCP Allowance Calculator – Simplifies match format calculations.
✅ News Box – Share important club announcements and events.
✅ General Club Info – Essential details, including facilities and contact information.
✅ Today’s Course Updates – Real-time updates on course conditions.
✅ QR Code Integration – Easy access to club info via strategically placed QR codes.
✅ Custom Branding – Fully adaptable to match your club’s identity.

Book a Demo

More Than Just a Digital Tool

The How Many Strokes Club App is a significant step toward modernizing your golf club while enhancing member engagement. This versatile solution caters to diverse player preferences, creating an inclusive environment that enriches the overall golfing experience. Invest in your club’s future by adopting the How Many Strokes app, customized with your branding, and join a community of golf clubs dedicated to improving player interactions.

Video Overview

In the accompanying video, discover how the How Many Strokes app revolutionizes communication at your club. Witness the user-friendly interface that allows for easy navigation and instant access to essential features. Learn how clubs worldwide are benefiting from modernizing their operations and enhancing player engagement.

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16Dec

Dynamic Live Scores in Landscape Mode

Enhancing the How Many Strokes Info Board with Dynamic Content

We are excited to introduce a powerful new feature for the How Many Strokes Info Board: dynamic content display in landscape mode. This upgrade allows the board to showcase live scores, start lists, and other web-based information seamlessly. Whether you need real-time updates from external systems or scheduled content for upcoming events, this enhancement provides greater flexibility and control.

Key Features of Dynamic Content Display

  • Live Score Integration: Pull in scores from external sources to keep players and spectators updated in real time.
  • Start Lists and Event Info: Display tee times, player groups, and other relevant details directly on the board.
  • Website Embedding: Show any web-based content relevant to your event or club operations.
  • Scheduled Display: Plan ahead by setting content to appear at specific times and dates. Perfect for tournaments, club events, or promotional messages.

Seamless Planning and Automation

One of the standout features of this update is the ability to schedule content in advance. Whether it’s a leaderboard for a tournament or an announcement for an upcoming event, you can pre-set what appears on the board and when. This ensures that the right information is displayed at the right time, without requiring manual updates throughout the day.

How It Works

  1. Choose Your Content: Select the live score feed, start list, or webpage you want to display.
  2. Set the Schedule: Define the date and time for the content to be shown.
  3. Go Live: Once scheduled, the info board will automatically update and display the selected content.

With these enhancements, the How Many Strokes Info Board is more than just a static conversion table—it’s now a versatile digital display solution for golf clubs and event organisers.
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22Nov

Weekday events in calendar

New Feature: Schedule Weekday Events in the Calendar

We’re excited to introduce a new feature that makes managing your calendar even easier—weekday event scheduling!

What’s New?

Until now, you could drag and update events in the calendar manually. That’s still possible, but now you can also set specific events—like opening hours or pin positions—for designated weekdays.

How It Works

You can now assign recurring events to specific days. For example:

  • Monday & Tuesday → Pin Position A
  • Wednesday → Pin Position B
  • Thursday → Pin Position C
  • Saturday & Sunday → Pin Position D

This feature ensures that your key events, such as pin placements or business hours, are automatically scheduled and consistently updated.

Why It’s Useful

  • Saves time – No need to manually update events every week.
  • Reduces errors – Ensures the correct settings are always applied.
  • More control – Combine drag-and-drop flexibility with scheduled events for better organization.

Start using weekday event scheduling today and make your calendar even smarter!

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07Sep

Custom Club App Designed for Your Golf Club

Elevate Your Golf Club Experience with the How Many Strokes Club App

Transform your golf club into a modern hub of player communication with the How Many Strokes Club App. This innovative solution puts essential information right at your members' fingertips, ensuring a seamless golfing experience. With integrated QR codes and real-time updates, the app fosters engagement for both members and guests.

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How Many Strokes Club App

Features of the How Many Strokes App

  • HCP Conversion Table: Quickly convert handicaps to ensure fair play.
  • HCP Allowance Calculator: Simplifies match format calculations for everyone involved.
  • News Box: A dedicated area for club announcements and events.
  • General Club Info: All essential details, including facilities and contact information.
  • Today’s Course Updates: Immediate updates on course conditions before teeing off.
  • QR Code Integration: Easily accessible information through strategically placed QR codes.
  • Custom Branding: Fully customizable to reflect your club's branding and identity.
  • Enhanced Customization Options: Add buttons, links, images, and videos tailored to your club’s needs.
Book a Demo

More Than Just a Digital Tool

The How Many Strokes Club App is a significant step toward modernizing your golf club while enhancing member engagement. This versatile solution caters to diverse player preferences, creating an inclusive environment that enriches the overall golfing experience. Invest in your club’s future by adopting the How Many Strokes app, customized with your branding, and join a community of golf clubs dedicated to improving player interactions.

Video Overview

In the accompanying video, discover how the How Many Strokes app revolutionizes communication at your club. Witness the user-friendly interface that allows for easy navigation and instant access to essential features. Learn how clubs worldwide are benefiting from modernizing their operations and enhancing player engagement.

Book a Demo

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New Design on Conversion Table
27Oct

Improved Usability and design on the Conversion Table

We always strive to make your experience with the How Many Strokes Solution as seamless and intuitive as possible. Based on user feedback, we have made some key improvements to streamline the process of entering handicaps and navigating the app.

Simplifying the Handicap Allowance Button

We've observed that some users were accidentally pressing the "Handicap Allowance" button after entering their handicap in the Handicap Conversion Table. To solve this, we’ve made a simple change: the "Handicap Allowance" button will now disappear as soon as the player enters their handicap. This ensures there’s no confusion or accidental pressing of the button, making your setup quicker and easier.

Making Navigation More Intuitive

Another update we’ve made is to replace the "Next" button with a universally recognized symbol. This small tweak makes navigation clearer for everyone, regardless of language or familiarity with the app. We want each step to be instantly understood, ensuring you can enjoy your round of golf without a hitch.

Additionally, we've added a "Back" button to all pages, allowing you to easily navigate to previous screens whenever you need to adjust something. It’s all about making your journey smoother.

New Design on Conversion Table entry

Try It for Yourself

We’re excited about these changes, and we hope you are too! Head over to the screen, explore these new updates, and let us know what you think. Your feedback is invaluable as we continue to improve the experience for our users.

Happy golfing, and enjoy the improvements!

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