Setting Up Your First Event

A step-by-step guide to creating your event on Chivent and getting it ready for guests.

Creating Your Account

Go to chivent.com/signup
Enter your email address
Check your inbox for a verification link and confirm your account

Login with Google or Apple is also available. No credit card required. Your account comes with a free event to get started.

The Onboarding Flow

When you sign up for the first time, Chivent walks you through a quick setup wizard to get your event ready in under a minute.

Step 1: Name Your Event

Enter a name for your event. This is what guests will see when they visit your event page.

Examples:

"Sarah & Tom's Wedding"
"Emma's 30th Birthday"
"Annual Team Retreat 2026"

Set the date, if you know it. It's only for displaying purposes.

Step 2: Choose Your Event Type

Select the type that best describes your event:

Wedding — for weddings and receptions
Party — for birthdays, celebrations, and gatherings
Corporate — for work events, team outings, and conferences
Memorial — for remembrance and tribute events
Other — for anything else

This helps Chivent tailor the experience for your guests.

Step 3: Pick a Template

Choose a design template for your event page. You'll see a selection of color palettes — each one sets the look and feel of your event page, including header colors, background, and button styling.

You can skip this step and change it later, or fully customize your design in the Design Studio from your dashboard.

Step 4: You're All Set

After completing the wizard, your event is live. You'll see:

Your QR code — ready to download and print
Your event link — ready to copy and share
A link to go to your dashboard where you can manage everything

After Setup: What You Can Do

Once your event is created, your dashboard gives you access to:

Media Gallery — view and manage all uploaded photos and videos
Design Studio — customize colors, fonts, and layout beyond the preset palettes
Albums — organize photos into collections
Photo Wall — set up a live slideshow for display at your venue
QR Code — download or customize the design of your QR code
Access Control — configure permissions (password protection, upload approval, download control, and more)
Hashtags — add tags for guests to categorize their uploads
Themes — switch color palettes or layouts at any time
And more...

Your event is ready for guests as soon as you finish the onboarding. Share it using:

QR Code — print it on table cards, display on a screen, or add to invitations
Direct Link — send via text, email, WhatsApp, or any messaging app

Guests scan the QR code or tap the link, and they can start uploading photos and videos immediately — no app download, no account creation required.