From Engadget · Anna Washenko · · 1m
WhatsApp launches Events to rival Partiful
WhatsApp is rolling out an Events feature that lets hosts invite people without WhatsApp accounts, competing with dedicated event-planning apps.
In brief
WhatsApp is rolling out an Events feature that lets hosts invite people without WhatsApp accounts, competing with dedicated event-planning apps. WhatsApp is launching an Events feature that allows hosts to invite guests without WhatsApp accounts, positioning itself against services like Partiful. Originally reported…
WhatsApp adds Events feature
WhatsApp is launching an Events feature found in the settings menu. Users can see past and upcoming plans, manage events and RSVPs from a dedicated hub. The rollout happens over the following weeks.
Invites work without WhatsApp
Hosts can invite guests who don't have WhatsApp accounts. Those guests can see event details and RSVP without creating an account. A host's phone number stays hidden from unknown guests until they RSVP.
WhatsApp competes with Partiful
The update makes event planning more accessible to social circles not entirely on WhatsApp. This move positions WhatsApp against services like Partiful. It follows WhatsApp's recent push to connect users with non-members.
Here's the gist
WhatsApp is launching an Events feature that allows hosts to invite guests without WhatsApp accounts, positioning itself against services like Partiful.
