What are the pros and cons of having a wedding website?

Short answer

The pros are convenience, fewer questions and easy RSVP tracking. The cons are setup time, the need to keep it updated, and the risk that some guests, especially older relatives, may struggle to use it. Overall, the pros usually outweigh the cons.

Pros: a wedding website gives you one reliable place for all your practical details. You can update it instantly if the timetable changes, and you can share directions, parking and local taxi numbers. It also makes RSVP management much simpler, as you can see who has replied for each event and chase the rest politely.

Another plus is that you can include extra pages like your story, photos and thank-you messages, which guests often enjoy. You can also add a gift list link or a note saying no gifts needed, without printing it on the invitation.

Cons: you need to spend time building it and keeping it accurate. If you forget to update it, guests may follow old information. Some guests may not be confident online, so you will still need a printed backup or a phone number for them. Also, if your website is public, you may get unwanted attention, so keep it private with a password or a hidden link.

For most couples, the time saved on questions and admin makes the website worthwhile. Just keep it simple and always include a way for less digital guests to reach you.