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Create an Elementor Event Calendar using FooEvents (2024)
In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to add an event calendar Elementor using FooEvents in 2024. The calendars will display multiple events that are displayed in various tabs using different display modes. Step 1: Install Elementor and FooEvents Calendar plugins First you will need to make sure that you have the Elementor plugin installed. It…
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Important Zoom API update
As you may know, FooEvents integrates with Zoom making it possible to sell access to Zoom meetings and webinars. FooEvents does this by connecting securely to your Zoom account via Zoom’s app API. Previously, FooEvents integrated with Zoom using their JWT app, however, on June 1, 2023 Zoom will be deprecating (discontinuing) the JWT app type in…
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Release notes – 17 April 2023
This week we released updates to the FooEvents plugins that addressed various minor issues and updates to the FooEvents Stationery Builder and Zoom Integration. FooEvents Stationery Builder We added support for BOCA printer sizes to the FooEvents Stationery Builder as well as a fourth column to the stationery builder layout. You can now choose from…
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How to import event tickets with FooEvents
Earlier this year, we added a ticket import tool to the FooEvents for WooCommerce plugin. This feature is particularly useful if you need to transfer a large number of tickets from an existing system or spreadsheet when planning an event. With the FooEvents ticket importer, you can import tickets in bulk using a CSV (comma-separated…
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How to use shortcodes to embed event calendars on your WordPress site
In WordPress, a shortcode is a small piece of code that allows you to add dynamic content to your pages, posts, and widgets. Shortcodes are represented by square brackets [ ] and are used to embed various types of content such as images, audio, video, forms, and more. If you’re using FooEvents to manage your…
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How to ensure your event runs smoothly using these FooEvents tools
So you’ve used FooEvents to sell tickets and the start of your event is quickly approaching. With the start line in sight, you will need to make sure that you are ready to provide your attendees with a smooth and seamless experience on the day of the event. In this post, we’ll guide you through…
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How to use ChatGPT for events
The events industry is rapidly evolving, and so are the tools and technologies used to plan and execute successful events. With the advent of advanced artificial intelligence (AI), event managers now have a valuable resource at their disposal to streamline their operations and enhance their guests’ experience. One such tool is ChatGPT, an OpenAI-powered language…
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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 than by celebrating the massive…
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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 may want to separate these…
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New FooEvents Reports and Navigation Revamp
The latest FooEvents for WooCommerce plugin update (Version 1.11) includes significant changes which are aimed at making FooEvents easier to navigate and more insightful before, during and after your event. Introducing FooEvents Reports Selling tickets and checking-in attendees is an integral part of any event and something FooEvents already does extremely well. That said, we…
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WordCamp Cape Town 2019
FooEvents is proud to be a sponsor of WordCamp Cape Town 2019 #WCCT19. The 10th Annual WordCamp Cape Town will be held on 26 and 27 September 2019 at the Lagoon Beach Hotel in Milnerton, Cape Town. Purchase your tickets now and get access to the two-day event including admission to all talks, workshops, and…
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How to sell tickets for workshops and sessions using FooEvents
The WooCommerce attributes and variations functionality allows you to easily sell tickets for different workshops, sessions and groups. In this tutorial, we’re going to create an event that includes 5 different workshops, each able to accommodate 50 attendees. Attendees will purchase a ticket for the main event and specify which workshops they would like to…
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Speed up your WooCommerce Website with these 3 proven techniques (2024)
Would you like to increase conversions and improve SEO? Then the best way to do this is to speed up your website! According to skilled.co, a 1-second delay in page load speed can result in an 11% decrease in page views and a 7% reduction in conversions. Page speed is also an important ranking factor…
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Sell Event Tickets at the Door for Free with FooSales
It’s now easier than ever to sell tickets in person at your event with speed and convenience! FooSales is a free app-based point of sale (POS) system for WooCommerce from the same team that brought you FooEvents which turns your iPad or Android tablet into a mobile cash register. FooSales enables WooCommerce store owners to…
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Introduction to WordPress and WooCommerce
If you are an event manager and have just discovered FooEvents, you are probably very excited to have found the perfect solution to selling tickets online. You might, however, be new to WordPress and WooCommerce and find the whole mix of software a bit intimidating. Fear not, we have written a short guide that will…