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RSVPMaker is an event and email marketing tool. Use PayPal or Stripe to collect event payments. RSVPMaker handles scheduling, event marketing, and RSVP tracking. You can send email to small lists through your web server or take advantage of the integrations with Postmark and Mailchimp to scale up.
When implemented in combination with Postmark for reliable email delivery, RSVPMaker can function as an alternative to Mailchimp or MailPoet that allows you to format messages in the WordPress editor and easily incorporate events (for invitations) and blog posts or excerpts from posts (for email newsletters and promotions).
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Use RSVPMaker to: 
– Schedule and promote events of all sorts: conferences, classes, seminars, speaking events, parties and weddings are a few common uses. 
– Register attendees, prompting them to enter whatever information you need, including the names of guests. 
– Collect money using PayPal or Stripe. 
– Create webinars and other online events leveraging free resources like the YouTube Live service. 
– Create, format, and edit email newsletters within the WordPress block editor, rather than learning another content composer tool. Use dynamic blocks or shortcodes to incorporate dynamic content like lists of recent blog posts or upcoming events. 
– Power membership-oriented websites with tools for emailing all your members or just those who have or have not registered for a specific event. 
– Send email using your own web server, an SMTP plugin or the integrations with Mailchimp and Postmark. 
– Postmark integration has the advantage of supporting both broadcast / mailing list and transactional messages (like RSVP Confirmations).
<h3>Creating and Managing Events</h3>
RSVPMaker events are created and edited just like blog posts in the WordPress editor, with the addition of parameters like event date (so the items can be listed chronologically and displayed on a calendar grid).
Explore the editing experience with this <a href="https://playground.wordpress.net/?blueprint-url=https%3A%2F%2Fquickplayground.com%2Fwp-json%2Fquickplayground%2Fv1%2Fblueprint%2Frsvpmaker_editing%3Fx%3D1768757330%26user_id%3D1%252" rel="nofollow ugc">WordPress Playground demo</a> (created using the author’s Quick Playground plugin)
You can use RSVPMaker for event announcements, or turn on the Collect RSVPs function and set additional options for sending email notifications, customizing confirmation and reminder messages, and setting a price or prices if you will be requesting online payments via PayPal.
RSVP reports can be viewed on the administrator’s dashboard or downloaded as spreadsheets.
If you hold events on a recurring schedule, such as First Monday or Every Friday, you can define a template with the boilerplate details and quickly generate multiple entries that follow that schedule. Individual event posts can still be customized. For example, you might book a series of monthly events for the year and add the names of speakers or agenda details as you go along.
The RSVP Mailer tool allows you to use the familiar WordPress editor to format email newsletters and promotional messages, which can include embedded events and other dynamic content from your website. You use the same tools to format transactional messages such as confirmation and reminder messages.
<h3>Hosting and Support</h3>
RSVPMaker is a free plugin that doesn’t hold much back in terms of “premium” features.
The plugin author is available to consult on customizations, but most generally useful enhancements are folded back into the core plugin code. RSVPMaker also aims to be developer-friendly, allowing you to build event-centric applications on top of it.
Hosting and support of pre-configured websites is available through <a href="https://rsvpmaker.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">RSVPMaker.com</a>. RSVPMaker.com uses Siteground hosting behind the scenes and Postmark for reliable delivery of email newsletters and transactional messages.
<a href="mailto:david@rsvpmaker.com?subject=RSVPMaker Postmark customizations" rel="nofollow ugc">Contact the plugin author</a> for details about additional customizations for reselling Postmark services across WordPress multisite networks.
<a href="https://rsvpmaker.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">RSVPMaker.com</a> 
<a href="https://github.com/davidfcarr/rsvpmaker" rel="nofollow ugc">RSVPMaker on GitHub</a>
Free Extensions:
<a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/rsvpmaker-for-toastmasters" rel="ugc">RSVPMaker for Toastmasters</a> provides meeting management for public speaking and leadership development clubs that are part of Toastmasters International.
<a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/rsvpmaker-volunteer-roles/" rel="ugc">RSVPMaker Volunteer Roles</a> Sign up people to fill specific roles at an event.
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<h3>Credits</h3>
<pre><code>RSVPMaker
Copyright (C) 2010-2023 David F. Carr

This program is free software: you can redistribute it and/or modify
it under the terms of the GNU General Public License as published by
the Free Software Foundation, either version 3 of the License, or
(at your option) any later version.

This program is distributed in the hope that it will be useful,
but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of
MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See the
GNU General Public License for more details.

See the GNU General Public License at <http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html>.

RSVPMaker also includes code derived from the software development kits for PayPal, 
Stripe, MailChimp, and Postmark under the license of their creators.
</code></pre>

RSVPMaker

Event and email marketing. Register guests and collect payment by PayPal or Stripe. Send invitations and newsletters.

Event Genius

Complete WordPress Event Management & Registration Solution 
Event Genius is a powerful yet easy-to-use free event registration plugin designed for schools, sports organizations, pickleball clubs, membership sites, fitness classes, conferences, and any business needing comprehensive event registration capabilities. Whether you need a simple RSVP form or a full-featured event registration system, Event Genius makes event planning effortless.
Event Genius is a modern WordPress event management plugin built by an experienced team with a deep understanding of what event organizers need. It offers a streamlined alternative to plugins like The Events Calendar and Events Manager, with a focus on flexibility, performance, and ease of use.
Our goal is to provide a robust and intuitive event management experience that works out of the box while still offering the flexibility to grow with your needs. If you need help, our team is here to support you.
<h3>Event Management Features</h3>
Unlimited Events & Event Registrations 
No limits on how many events you can create or attendees you can manage through our event registration and ticketing system. Perfect for creating event lists or an interactive calendar where your visitors can register for events.
Event Details Control 
Set custom start and end dates, assign venues and organizers to an event, set a cost, set a registration capacity, add images and descriptions for each event.
Multiple Event Calendar Views 
Choose from list, month, and grid views for displaying your events in an organized event calendar format. Allow visitors to toggle between the views and filter based on venue, category, and search terms.
Google Calendar & iCal Event Sync 
Allow users to add your events to their personal calendars with a few clicks, which will significantly increase your event attendance.
Dedicated Venue and Organizer Pages 
Create individual pages for venues and organizers with detailed information and lists of related events. Show social proof that the venues and organizers of your events will create meaningful experiences.
Event Registration Form Builder 
Create custom event registration form solutions with drag-and-drop ease, adding fields like text inputs, dropdowns, and checkboxes. Make fields required, add a terms and conditions acknowledgement, and prevent duplicate registrations. Create event registration forms exactly as you need them. Accept RSVP submissions and allow users to access tickets.
Flexible Registration Display 
Registration forms automatically appear on event pages, or use blocks and shortcodes to place them anywhere on your website.
Attendee List Management 
Display attendee lists on event pages or use dedicated blocks and shortcodes for flexible placement.
Automated Event Emails 
Send confirmation emails to attendees and notifications to event organizers automatically.
Customizable Email Templates 
Customize both attendee confirmation emails and organizer notification emails with your own branding and messaging.
Event Registration Controls 
Set registration start/end times, event capacity limits, or disable registration entirely while keeping event information visible.
Self-Cancellation System 
Attendees can cancel their registration or RSVP through secure email links for better event management.
Event Management Admin Tools 
Add, edit, delete events, export event reports, and manage event attendees from your WordPress dashboard.
CSV Export Functionality 
Export all event registrations to CSV format for easy data analysis and management.
Free Recurring Events Support 
Create daily, weekly, or monthly repeating events for ongoing event management needs. Free recurring events support is included in Event Genius.
Advanced SEO for Recurring Events 
Prevent duplicate content penalties with automatic canonical URLs, smart sitemap filtering, and 301 redirects for invalid instances. Each recurring event instance gets its own unique URL optimized for search engines. <a href="https://wpeventgenius.com/docs/recurring-events-seo-guide/?utm_campaign=evge-free&utm_source=readme&utm_medium=description&utm_content=seo-feature" rel="nofollow ugc">Learn more about recurring events SEO</a>.
<h3>Why Choose Our WordPress Event Management Plugin?</h3>
Fast & Lightweight Event Calendar – Optimized for performance, even on high-traffic websites. 
Mobile-Friendly Event Registration – Fully responsive event forms and event calendar for seamless experience on all devices. 
Block Theme & Full Site Editing Support – Complete compatibility with WordPress block themes and full site editing (FSE). Design custom event pages, organizer pages, and venue pages using the Site Editor without any custom code. Perfect for block themes like Twenty Twenty-Four. 
SEO-Optimized Event Pages – Advanced SEO features for recurring events including unique canonical URLs, automatic redirects for invalid instances, and smart sitemap filtering. Compatible with Yoast SEO, Rank Math, and other popular SEO plugins. 
WordPress Caching Plugin Compatible – Built-in support for WP Super Cache, W3 Total Cache, WP Rocket, and LiteSpeed Cache. Automatically clears cache and refreshes dynamic content to ensure accurate registration information on cached pages. 
Flexible Registration Confirmation – Choose when registrations are confirmed and when the confirmation email is sent: automatically after registration or manual review only, with a one-click Send Confirmation Email from the registration in the admin. 
Regular Event Management Updates & Dedicated Support – We want to provide the best possible experience for our users. Please reach out if we can help.
<h3>Perfect For Event Management Needs:</h3>
Event Planners – Comprehensive event management tools for professional event planning 
Event Organizers – Streamlined event registration, RSVPs, and attendee management 
Event Websites – Complete event calendar and event management solution 
Event Businesses – Professional event registration, tickets, and event management capabilities 
Sports Clubs – Perfect for sports registration and pickleball registration needs 
Schools & Organizations – Ideal for managing event list displays and RSVP form requirements
<h3>Upgrade to Event Genius Pro</h3>
Unlock powerful advanced features to help you manage events more efficiently:
Accept Payments & Sell Tickets – Accept payments through Stripe and PayPal, or track offline payments manually. 
Multiple Registration Forms – Create unique forms for different event types with customized confirmations and notifications. 
Multiple Registration Types – Define separate registration options on one event (for example General, VIP, or early bird), each with its own name, price, and optional capacity, so attendees pick the tier that fits them. 
Check-in & Attendance Tracking – Streamline check-in and track attendance status with automated follow-up emails. 
Event Series Management – Group related events into series with flexible registration options for full series or individual dates. 
Scheduled Event Reminders – Automatically send reminder emails before events and follow-up messages after to improve engagement. 
Multiple Email Templates – Create different templates for various event types and maintain consistent branding. 
Register Multiple Guests – Allow attendees to register additional guests during the registration process. 
List Events Registered For – Help attendees see all their registered events in one place. 
Manually Email Registrants – Send targeted emails to specific registrants or groups. 
Advanced Form Fields – File uploads, date pickers, attendee number fields, and hidden admin fields. 
Multiple Event Registration – Allow attendees to register for multiple events at once. 
Offline Payment Tracking – Track and manage offline or manual payments with complete control.
<a href="https://wpeventgenius.com/pricing/?utm_campaign=evge-free&utm_source=readme&utm_medium=pro-features-section" rel="nofollow ugc">Upgrade to Event Genius Pro</a> to unlock all these features and more!

Event Genius – Event Management, Registration, RSVP, and Tickets

Event management plugin for WordPress with built-in registrations, recurring events, tickets, and calendars. Reliable and complete.

RSVPMaker vs Event Genius – Event Management, Registration, RSVP, and Tickets