Business & Tech

New App Brings Downtown Naperville to Smart Phones

Smart phone application allows users to find information about downtown businesses as well as perks.

Shoppers, diners and anyone who spends time in Downtown Naperville, note that there is an app for that.

Downtown now has an application for smart phones that promotes downtown businesses with an extensive directory and special offers. With holiday shopping and dining on the way, the app will make finding deals easier.

The free download of the applications allows users to find perks from downtown businesses, such as free gifts with purchase, discounts on purchases, specials on food and other perks.

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“What makes it unique and different than other apps, is it not only gives you a mobile directory of downtown businesses it also geo locates you to the business,” said Katie Wood, executive director for the Downtown Naperville Alliance.

Just searching through the directory it is possible to view a listing and see if that particular business offers a “perk.” The perk can be redeemed using the phone and scanning a QR code the business provides. No coupons are needed.

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"The Downtown Naperville app is a wonderful tool for keeping downtown events, businesses and specials accessible at your fingertips," she said. "Downtown businesses are eager to connect with patrons on this new and emerging platform."


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