News & Updates
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The possibilities are endless with our new Mailchimp integration
We recently released our long awaited integration with Mailchimp which includes the ability to automatically add attendees to a Mailchimp audience list when tickets are generated. You can also specify default tags or event-specific tags that can be used to segment your Mailchimp list which opens up a host of

Create fully multilingual event websites thanks to seamless FooEvents and WPML integration
WordPress Multilingual (WPML) makes it easy to run a multilingual website with a single WordPress installation and it comes pre-installed with over 40 languages. You can also add your own language variants (like Canadian French or Mexican Spanish) using WPML’s languages editor. Simply choose the languages you want and start

Export your offline attendee check-ins with ease
One of the unique features of the free FooEvents Check-ins app is the ability to check-in attendees without an active internet connection. Offline mode can be enabled in the Check-ins app after you’ve logged in and completed an initial download of all your relevant event data. We’ve just added a

Ending the year on a high – 3 million attendee check-ins!
We hope that your year has been successful and that you are ready to clear the mind before 2022! For us, 2021 has been a phenomenal year with much to be thankful for. FooEvents has experienced growth in almost all areas and what better way to end off the year

Take a look under the hood (video)
In this walkthrough video, we will take you on a guided tour of the FooEvents settings and event setup. You will see how FooEvents can be used to create conferences, multi-day events, bookable services as well as events with seating selection. We also take a brief look at ticket management

We’ve Reached 2 Million Attendee Check-ins!
Last year we celebrated reaching 1 million attendee check-ins logged in the FooEvents Check-ins apps. It was a huge milestone for us at the time which took almost 4 years to achieve. Less than a year later, the check-ins have doubled, bringing the total to 2 million check-ins! To say

How to manage access at your events during the COVID-19 pandemic with FooEvents
Planning a grand reopening? We’ve started to see a steady increase in the number of physical events taking place. While this is great to see and (hopefully) a sign of things to come, most venues are still required to follow stringent guidelines intended to reduce the spread of COVID-19. In

How to scan ticket barcodes and QR codes using FooEvents and WooCommerce
One of the biggest challenges experienced by most event organizers is managing attendee access. Ensuring an organized and steady flow of attendee check-ins is critical, and if not done efficiently, it could lead to lengthy lines and angry customers. To help speed up attendee check-ins, FooEvents automatically adds a unique

Block seats, add aisles and more with the latest FooEvents Seating update
Venues around the world have had to rework their seating arrangements to ensure the safety of their customers and guest and comply with local COVID-19 guidelines. In order to help ensure that you are compliant with your seating and area management, we have included the ability to block off seats

Introducing Bookable Zoom Meetings
Early on in 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we integrated FooEvents with Zoom as a way for you to sell access to virtual events directly from your WordPress website. Our Zoom integration experienced massive uptake and has become a vital part of our offering. We also launched the

Introducing FooEvents Bookings
FooEvents Bookings makes it possible to setup managed time slots that can be used to create bookable events, activities, venues and services.

Celebrating 1 Million Attendee Check-ins!
Last week was a really big week for us at FooEvents. Not only did we celebrate the launch of the revamped FooEvents Check-ins app, but the app has now also surpassed 1 million attendee check-ins since it was first released just a few years ago! This is a huge milestone

Introducing the all new FooEvents Check-ins app
In recent years, almost 1 million attendees have been checked-in through the FooEvents Check-ins app. When dealing with large numbers like this, shaving off seconds can make a considerable difference and save thousands of hours collectively. To help you ensure that your attendee check-ins are processed in the fastest and

Introducing the New FooEvents Stationery Builder
The latest version of the FooEvents for WooCommerce plugin includes a new FooEvents Stationery Builder which makes it possible to effortlessly design and print custom name tags, wristbands, tickets, badges and personalized labels through an intuitive drag & drop interface. The drag & drop interface lets you insert standard event

Streamline your event checkout process with Multi-Step Checkout
When customers purchase a ticket using FooEvents, they will be directed to the checkout page so that they can complete all the relevant fields. This includes the default attendee fields such as name and email address, as well as customer attendee fields and seating selection. Depending on the nature of your event, you