How do RSVPs work on a wedding website?

Short answer

RSVPs on a wedding website work through a form where guests select attending or not attending, add dietary needs, and sometimes choose a meal. You receive their response instantly, and you can track who has replied and who has not.

When you build your wedding website, you create an RSVP page with a form. Each guest or household gets a private link, often with a unique code, so they can only respond for themselves. The form usually asks for their name, whether they are coming, and any dietary requirements or allergies. If you have a sit-down meal, you might add a choice of main course. For evening-only guests, you can have a separate RSVP option.

Once a guest submits the form, you get a notification, and their response appears in your guest dashboard. You can see a list of who has replied, who has not, and send reminders to those who have not responded. You can also set a deadline, and the website will automatically close the form after that date. Some websites let you add extra questions, such as song requests or accessibility needs. Keep the form short and simple. Ask only what you really need to know. Too many questions can put guests off. Always include a note saying they can contact you if they have problems with the form.