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Nectar Overview

This article is a quick overview on how to use Nectar

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Written by Marisa Crowder
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How do I use Nectar?

This article explains how to use your Nectar account to recognize peers, redeem rewards, and more. Scroll to the bottom for a video tutorial if you prefer to watch instead.

🌟 Important: Some features in this guide may look different in your account. That’s because many parts of Nectar are customizable by your company.


What can I do in Nectar?

With your Nectar account, you can:

  • Send shoutouts to coworkers

  • Engage on the social feed (add points, comments, emojis, or GIFs)

  • Redeem points for rewards

  • Claim challenges

  • Nominate peers for awards

  • Browse discounts (U.S. only)

  • Adjust your profile settings


How do I access my Nectar account?

  1. Check your email inbox for an invitation from your company. Search for terms like “Create Your Account” or your company’s name if necessary.

  2. Open the email and follow the instructions provided, clicking on the link to begin the setup process, or go to app.nectarhr.com/login.

  3. Depending on your setup, you’ll either:

    1. Create a password and complete any required fields, or

    2. Be redirected to sign in via your company’s Single Sign-On (SSO) provider.

Note 🌟 : Nectar is invite-only. You must be invited by your company to access your account. If your email is not recognized during account setup:

  1. Contact your HR department or admin team.

  2. Verify that your email address matches their records.

  3. Ask them to check their system and activate your account.


What is the Home Feed and how do I send a Shoutout?

What is a shoutout?

A shoutout lets you recognize coworkers for their contributions. You’ll:

  • Select a teammate (@)

  • Choose a point amount (+)

  • Tag a core value (#)

  • Write a message of appreciation

How do I send a shoutout?

  1. From the Home Feed, click the Shoutout button.

  2. Fill in the required fields and send your message.

What can I do on the Home Feed?

  • See shoutouts from across your company

  • View birthdays and work anniversaries

  • React with comments, points, emojis, or GIFs

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How do rewards work?

Nectar offers rewards like:

  • Gift cards

  • Amazon products

  • Custom company swag

To redeem:

  1. Go to the Rewards section.

  2. Select a reward and redeem your available points.

Note: Some rewards may not appear if they aren’t part of your company’s plan.

Additional resource:


How do I complete Challenges?

Challenges help you earn points for completing tasks.

  1. Go to the Challenges tab in your account.

  2. Claim available challenges.

  3. Complete the task (some may need admin approval).

All challenges are customized by your company admins.

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How do Nominations work?

Nominations allow you to recognize coworkers for awards.

  • Your admins will open nomination periods.

  • You can then submit someone for consideration.

Additional resource:


How do I use Nectar Discounts?

Nectar Discounts give you access to exclusive deals on attractions and products.

  • Available to U.S.-based users only

  • Discounts are separate from Nectar Points

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How do I update my profile settings?

Your profile includes several customizable settings.

  • Visit the Profile Settings section to make updates

  • If you can’t edit something, your company admin may need to update it for you

Tip: Reach out to your admin if you're unable to make changes on your own in your profile.


Video Overview


Common Login Issues and Causes

  1. SSO (Single Sign-On) Mismatch: If your company uses SSO for authentication, any mismatch between the employee's SSO profile and their Nectar information can prevent successful login. Ensure that the data in the SSO system matches the information stored in Nectar. Work with your IT team to confirm the profile matches.

  2. Inactive or Unregistered Account: It's possible that the employee’s Nectar account is inactive or that they're attempting to use an unregistered email address. Confirm you have been invited, the account status with your company admin and ensure that the correct email linked to the Nectar account is being used.

  3. Email Address Errors or Typos: Discrepancies like a missing or extra letter in the email address can cause issues. Double-check the email address for typos or errors to ensure it matches the registered information in Nectar.

Resolving SSO and Email Mismatches

  • Verify that the employee's SSO profile data matches the information in Nectar. Sometimes, delays in syncing new employee information before their start date can lead to login problems.

  • If using an alternate email address to register the account, ensure the employee is logging in with the correct registered address.

First-Time Login Troubleshooting Steps

If this is the first time you or your employee is trying to access Nectar:

  1. Check that the email address being used matches the one linked to the Nectar account.

  2. Reset the password or resend the invitation email if necessary. This ensures the account holder has the proper credentials.

If You Haven’t Received the Invitation Email:

  • Confirm that your employer has sent the invitation. Check spam or junk mail folders.

  • If no email is found, contact your internal HR team or company administrators and request a new invitation.

If the Invitation Link is Expired or Invalid:

  • Some email links may expire after a certain period. Use any available prompts within the email to request a new link.

  • If the issue persists, reach out to your internal support team for assistance.

  • Tip: You can reset your password anytime from the login page unless your company uses SSO.

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