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How It Works

Follow these simple steps to make your event unforgettable.

Quick Tips

Bookmark your dashboard page for easy access.

For live events, set up your slideshow on a dedicated screen before guests arrive.

The 'deletion countdown' on ended events is final. Download all your media before it expires!

Step 1: Create & Customize Your Event

Your event is the central hub for all guest contributions.

  • From your dashboard, click 'Create New Event'.
  • Fill in the details: name, dates, and a welcome message.
  • Enable features like the Guestbook, Video Messages, or Content Moderation.
  • Upload a custom logo or background to match your event's theme.
  • Set a Photobooth Password if you plan to use a dedicated photo kiosk.
  • After creation, you'll be taken to a secure Stripe page to pay the one-time fee.

💡 Pro Tip: Complete this step a few days before your event so you have time to share the code.

Step 2: Share Your Event Code

Invite your guests to participate.

  • Find the 6-character 'Event Code' on your event card.
  • Click the 'Share' button to open a QR code and sharing links.
  • Display the QR code at your venue for easy access.
  • Include the code in your digital or physical invitations.

💡 Pro Tip: Make the QR code large and visible at entrances, on tables, or on a welcome screen.

Step 3: Launch the Live Slideshow

Display photos in real-time at your venue.

  • On your dashboard, click 'Launch Slideshow' on the relevant event card.
  • This will open a new, full-screen tab.
  • Connect the device to a projector or large TV.
  • As guests upload photos (and they are approved, if moderation is on), they will automatically appear.
  • Guestbook entries will also appear if you've enabled that option.
  • The slideshow includes a QR code and the event code, so new guests can easily join in.

💡 Pro Tip: Use a laptop or dedicated device for the slideshow that won't go to sleep. Keep it plugged in!

Step 4: Moderate Content (Optional)

If you enabled moderation, you must approve photos before they appear.

  • Click the 'Moderate' button on the event card.
  • You'll see a queue of pending photos.
  • Click the checkmark to approve or the 'X' to reject a photo.
  • Approved photos will immediately be added to the live slideshow.

💡 Pro Tip: Assign a trusted person to manage moderation during the event so you can enjoy yourself.

Step 5: Engage with Guests

Guests can do more than just upload photos.

  • Guests enter their name when they first upload, giving them credit for their photos in the gallery.
  • If enabled, they can leave heartfelt messages in the digital guestbook.
  • They can also record short video messages for a fun, dynamic keepsake.
  • Encourage guests to use all the features you've enabled!

💡 Pro Tip: Make an announcement at the event to let guests know about the app and encourage them to share.

Step 6: View & Download Your Memories

After the event, all your collected media is yours to keep.

  • From the event card, click 'View & Export'.
  • This takes you to the event gallery where you can see all approved photos.
  • Use the 'Download All' button to get a .zip file of all your photos.
  • Guestbook and Video Message pages also have their own export options.

💡 Pro Tip: Download your media promptly. For privacy reasons, event data is permanently deleted 90 days after it ends.

Feature Overview

QR Code Sharing

Instant access for guests. No typing needed.

Video Messages

Collect short, personal video clips from guests.

Digital Guestbook

A modern, lasting alternative to a physical book.

Content Moderation

You have full control over what appears on screen.

Unlimited Uploads

No limits on photos. Your guests can share freely.

Live Slideshow

See memories appear in real-time during your event.