CoverMe - Know Before You Go
Check Cover at Bars Near You
Only for iPhone
Free · Designed for iPhone. Not verified for macOS.
Own your night.
CoverMe is a nightlife app built for college students who want to know exactly where to go before they head out - no guessing, no wasted time.
See what bars are active, check availability, and lock in your entry ahead of time - all from your phone.
With CoverMe, you can:
- Discover participating bars and view key venue details
- See when tickets are available for entry
- Purchase digital tickets quickly and securely
- Use your ticket for faster, smoother entry at the door
Ticket availability depends on each bar’s participation. If a bar has not enabled ticketing, purchase options will not be shown.
Each bar profile includes essential info like hours, location, and contact details - everything you need to plan your night in seconds.
CoverMe helps you spend less time figuring out the night - and more time actually enjoying it.
Note: CoverMe is designed for iPhone to provide the best mobile experience.
more The app is great to use and helps all around. It’s a pretty handy that it tells you what covers are at the surrounding bars, just to see what the best options are.
The app is great to use and helps all around. It’s a pretty handy that it tells you what covers are at the surrounding bars, just to see what the best options are.
The best app! So easy to use
The best app! So easy to use
This is so much better than other apps I have used for bar covers. It’s actually accurate. The other ones are typically wrong or don’t even work. Great app.
This is so much better than other apps I have used for bar covers. It’s actually accurate. The other ones are typically wrong or don’t even work. Great app.
• Improved ticket visibility - sold-out tickets now stay visible so you always know what’s happening
• Events are now sorted in proper chronological order
• Updated event layout for a cleaner, more consistent look
• Bars that offer tickets now display a clear indicator
• Updated app icon
We also made performance and reliability improvements to create a smoother experience.
2.6.3 Apr 20
• Improved ticket purchasing reliability and validation
• More accurate ticket availability and activation timing
• Smoother checkout experience with better handling of payment states
• Performance improvements and bug fixes
2.6.2 Mar 19
We’ve added Apple Pay for faster, more secure ticket purchases.
Checkout is now easier than ever - just tap and go.
2.6.1 Feb 12
Improved reliability, clarity, and overall app experience
• More reliable ticket purchasing and checkout
• Clearer pricing breakdown and fee transparency
• Improved event and bar data accuracy
• Better handling of expired and invalid tickets
• Performance improvements and bug fixes across the app
2.6.0 Jan 19
This update includes a critical backend configuration fix to ensure payments process correctly in production. No changes to app features or user experience.
2.5.1 12/20/2025
This release delivers a more reliable and streamlined ticket experience for users heading out.
New & Improved
- Secure ticket purchasing powered by Stripe
- Tickets are shown only for bars that are fully set up to accept payments
- Cleaner, more intuitive bar detail views
- Improved performance and stability
Better Purchase Experience
- Users are never shown tickets that can’t be purchased
- Payment eligibility is validated server-side for reliability and security
- Reduced friction and fewer checkout interruptions
Stability
- Backend improvements for ticket availability and syncing
- Bug fixes and performance enhancements
This update focuses on reducing uncertainty, improving checkout reliability, and creating a smoother experience on busy nights.
2.5.0 12/20/2025
* Events & Specials Display Improvements
- Events and specials now stay visible for 1 hour after their end time instead of disappearing immediately
- Specials without time windows disappear at the end of their date (12:01 AM next day)
- All events and specials are now sorted chronologically with the closest dates first
* Update Cover Modal Enhancements
- Changed "No Cover" to "Free Entry" for $0 cover charges
- Plus/minus buttons now adjust cover charge in $5 increments instead of $1
- Preset buttons updated to: Free, $20, $40, $60 for easier selection
- Removed unnecessary Price Guidelines section for cleaner UI
* Home Page Improvements
- Bars with $0 cover charge now display "FREE" instead of "$0"
- Price pill boxes have a dynamic width to accommodate different text lengths
* Bar Details Page Visual Fix
- Fixed visual inconsistency where the main image had rounded bottom corners
- Image now has rounded corners only at the top for seamless transition to gray info box
- Improved overall aesthetic and professional appearance
2.4.1 12/06/2025
CoverMe just got a major glow-up.
This update focuses on a smoother experience, a cleaner design, and the long-awaited arrival of Events & Specials!
** New
• Events Are Here
Discover what’s happening around campus and in your city. Bars can now publish official events - all viewable in the new Events section.
• Weekly Specials
Bars can now post drink deals, themed nights, and limited-time offers. Specials appear directly inside each bar’s profile.
** Refreshed Design
We redesigned the look and feel of the app for better consistency and readability:
• Updated font sizes and spacing
• Cleaner button styles
• Improved color usage across all screens
• More unified layout structure
Everything feels smoother, sharper, and easier to navigate.
** Under the Hood
• Significant backend improvements for speed and stability
• Better syncing when bars update pricing or closures
• Optimized data fetches and caching
• Prepped foundations for future features like QR ticketing
** Bug Fixes
• Fixed issues with inconsistent bar details loading
• Patched several rare crashes
• Improved reliability of check-ins and RSVPs
• General cleanup and performance tuning
We’re just getting started - more features and enhancements are coming soon.
Thanks for being part of the CoverMe community!
2.4.0 12/03/2025
Simplified Bar Details!
We’ve streamlined the bar details screen to focus on what really matters:
-- Two big, easy-to-use buttons for updating the cover price and RSVPing for the night.
-- You’ll still see which friends are going - everything else has been cleaned up for a faster, simpler experience.
A smoother night out starts with a simpler app.
2.3.2 11/12/2025
We’ve fixed a critical issue where the app wasn’t properly recognizing bar closures and private events. The CoverMe app now fully respects closure information set by bar owners in the new CM Manager app - ensuring you always see accurate, up-to-date venue availability.
This update restores intended functionality and keeps everything running smoothly for users and bar owners alike.
2.3.1 11/08/2025
This update brings key fixes, smoother navigation, and several new features to make CoverMe faster and more reliable.
Fixes and Improvements
- Fixed RSVP time calculation for bars open past midnight
- Restored pull-to-refresh functionality on the Home screen
- Notifications now automatically mark as read when opened
- Added a visible close button on the friend request screen to prevent users from getting stuck
- Improved Events tab design with background blur for better readability
New Features
- Added a floating search bar that appears when you tap the search icon and can be dismissed by tapping again or using the close button
- Added an operating hours status strip showing if a bar is open or closed, with smart labels for day and time
- Added operating hours information to bar detail screens for quick visibility
- Improved cover price display to correctly show higher prices without truncation
- Enhanced overall app performance, animations, and visual consistency
We continue to improve your experience with each update. Thank you for helping us make CoverMe better every release.
2.3.0 11/05/2025
We're constantly improving CoverMe to give you the best night out experience. In this update:
Enhancements & Improvements: Refined cover charge display for better readability -
- Prices are now more prominent and timestamps are clearer
- Enhanced friends tab UI for consistency - whether you have zero friends or dozens, the layout is intuitive and welcoming
- Optimized notification system performance for faster, more reliable alerts about friend activity
- Fixed critical bug affecting friend management to ensure your friend list stays accurate
Better Experience: Our team focused on stability, clarity, and polish. These updates ensure CoverMe works smoothly when you need it most - helping you plan your night out with confidence.
1.2.7 10/23/2025
- Critical fixes for friend sharing and requests so you can connect again without issues.
- Fixed an error that was blocking users with an endless update message.
- Resolved a crash that impacted some users when selecting cities.
- Other improvements to keep your night out planning smooth and reliable.
** We strongly recommend updating immediately so the app works as expected.
1.2.6 10/04/2025
- Fixed issues with RSVPs not saving correctly
- Resolved friend request failures
- Improved automatic check-in reliability
- Corrected UI glitches that caused bad data to display
- General performance and stability improvements
1.2.5 10/03/2025
This release focuses on reliability and polish.
* Friend Requests: Sending/accepting works reliably again.
* Notifications: Properly register and route you to the right place.
* Share Your Profile: Links now generate the correct URL and open as expected.
* UI Refresh: Cleaner layouts, tidier spacing, and smoother interactions throughout the app.
* Performance: Backend tune-ups for faster loads and better responsiveness.
If you spot anything off, please ping us from Settings → Feedback. Thanks for using CoverMe!
1.2.4 10/02/2025
- RSVPs and Cover Charges now reset every morning - so you can plan tonight without yesterday’s leftovers.
- Profile pictures actually show your face now, not a mystery box.
- Friend Requests can finally be accepted (because ghosting your friends wasn’t the plan).
- Notifications point you exactly where you need to go in the app.
- Plus: under-the-hood fixes and performance boosts to keep everything running smoother.
1.2.3 09/15/2025
- Top Bars now in Friends. One-tap peek at which bar is leading the night.
- Fresh UI polish. Labels, hints, and flows got cleaned up so everything’s easier to follow.
- New user fix. Resolved an issue where first-time users couldn’t get past account creation (goodbye spinning wheel).
- Bar info restored. Fixed a bug that was preventing bar details from loading.
- Performance boosts. More back-of-house tuning for faster loads and smoother vibes.
1.2.2 09/12/2025
Friend invites, now served correctly. We fixed an issue that kept some invites from turning into real friendships.
QR Scanner is back behind the bar. Scan a friend’s in-app QR code and you’re connected - no chaser required.
Housekeeping & speed. Minor bug fixes, app polish, faster pours. We replaced the empty bottles and made sure the taps are flowing.
1.2.1 09/03/2025
Version 1.2 focuses on speed, stability, and bringing key features to life:
- Major database cleanup for faster performance and smoother navigation
- Friends section is now live - connect through your iPhone Contacts or search by phone number
- Notifications are enabled - manage push and in-app alerts in Profile > Notifications
- Lots of bug fixes, performance improvements, and general bar-top polishing
1.2 09/02/2025
Version 1.1 – Our Biggest Update Yet!
We’ve completely rebuilt CoverMe’s foundation for a faster, smoother, and more secure experience.
What’s New:
* Brand-new login system - Sign in with Apple + phone verification for maximum security
* Welcome screen - A friendly intro after sign-up or phone verification
* Invite friends - Share the app seamlessly with your contacts
* Smarter search - Find friends by name, phone, or email
* Pull-to-refresh - Easily update bar info in Home and Bar Detail views
* Suggest a bar – Don’t see your favorite spot? Send it our way!
* Events tab preview - Sneak peek of upcoming events (coming soon!)
* Closest city auto-select - The app now detects your nearest nightlife hub
* QR scanner upgrades - Scan codes from your camera or photo library
Fixes & Improvements:
* Faster profile editing with smoother validation
* Cleaner logout & account deletion flows
* General performance and stability improvements
CoverMe is now more secure, more reliable, and more fun to use. Thanks for being part of the community!
1.1 08/20/2025
Improved sign-in experience with streamlined authentication options.
Updated app display name for better clarity.
Minor bug fixes and performance improvements.
1.0.1 08/14/2025
• Improved ticket visibility - sold-out tickets now stay visible so you always know what’s happening
• Events are now sorted in proper chronological order
• Updated event layout for a cleaner, more consistent look
• Bars that offer tickets now display a clear indicator
• Updated app icon
We also made performance and reliability improvements to create a smoother experience.
more Version 2.6.3 Apr 20
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