Somewhere between "save the dates" and "seating plans," you'll realise you need somewhere to put all those extra details that just won't fit on an invitation. That's exactly what a free wedding website is for.
Why you need a wedding website
Think of it as your wedding's home base. It's where guests go to find your date, venue, RSVP, and everything in between, without you having to answer the same fifty questions on WhatsApp. It also means your printed invitations can stay clean and simple, while your website does the heavy lifting for all the practical bits.
Top tip: Set your website up early, even before all the details are confirmed. You can always update it as your plans come together.
What to put on your wedding website
Here's what guests will actually want to find:
- The basics. Your names, date, time and venue, right at the top so there's no confusion.
- RSVP details. A clear link or form, plus your deadline, so no one leaves you guessing on numbers.
- Travel and accommodation. Directions, nearby hotels and any transport tips, especially handy for guests coming from further afield.
- Your story. How you met, the proposal, a few favourite memories. It's a nice personal touch and gives your site some heart.
- FAQs. Save yourself the group chat chaos by answering things like the dress code, whether children are invited, and what to expect on the day.
- Photo gallery. A few favourite snaps of you both.
- Day-of contact. Someone other than you, so your phone isn't going off while you're getting your hair done.
Top tip: Keep it simple. You don't need every single detail, just enough that guests feel informed and excited.
How to create your free wedding website
The good news is that setting up a free wedding website doesn't need to be complicated, especially with the right tools.
- Download the weddingsonline app. It's free, and alongside your wedding website, you'll find loads of other planning tools in one place. Download here!
- Log in, either through the app or on desktop, whichever suits you best.
- Head to your dashboard and click "Website." This is your control centre for everything site-related.
- Use the Settings section to add your names, venue, date, RSVP method and deadline, and set up your own unique URL.
- Use the Design section to make it feel like you, choosing your colours and fonts.
- Use the Invitations section to send digital save the dates and invitations straight from the app.
- Use the Pages section to add your story, wedding details, travel and accommodation info, and a photo gallery.
- Use the Photos section to upload your own pictures, and create a shareable link so guests can upload their own snaps from the big day.
- Use the QR codes section to make sharing your site with friends and family even easier.
- Head back to the Dashboard when you're ready, and hit publish.
And that's it. Your free wedding website, sorted in an afternoon, no coding required.
Top tip: Share your website link (or QR code) on your save the dates, so guests have it from the very start of your wedding journey.
Ready to get started? Download the weddingsonline app and build your free wedding website today.
