How to Make Your Wedding Website User-Friendly

Planning your perfect wedding website

So, what's the purpose of your wedding website? Well, it’s to inform guests of everything they need to know about joining you on your big day, right? So, figure out the key information you need to include (who, what, where, when, and why) and communicate it simply and clearly. Identify your target audience from the off; if you've got out-of-town guests joining you, they will need to know about travel and accommodation in the local area and perhaps some fun things to do on either side of the celebrations, too.

Do your research when it comes to wedding website builders; there are quite a lot out there, but the decent ones will provide you with customisable templates and easy tools to ensure you create a user-friendly website whilst not forgetting to include any essential details. With Say I do you can have a play around creating a wedding website for free, so give it a go and see if there's a template to suit you and your big day.

It's important to consider the overall wedding style and aesthetic you want to convey on your website, and with the many temples Say I do offer, you can do just that. The carefully planned layouts and organisation of website templates to choose from ensure you create a stress-free guest experience that is also beautiful to look at and perfectly aligned with your wedding theme.

Creating your own wedding website

Creating your own wedding website is a fantastic way to keep your guests informed and excited about your big day. Once you've chosen a website builder that suits your wedding style and aesthetic, it's time to personalise it with your unique wedding details, but just make sure to include all the important wedding information, such as the wedding date, time, location, gift registry and dress code. Additional pages could consist of introducing the wedding party, the schedule of events, travel and accommodation, and an FAQ section.

Designing your wedding website

When it comes to the design of your wedding website, we can't stress enough to keep things simple. You can still create a VERY professional-looking website from a template that's both clear and concise. Here are a few top tips to keep in mind when you’re at the design stage:

Effective navigation: Use a clear and concise layout to make it easy for guests to find the information they need. If your guests need to refer to the time of the ceremony, for example, ensure they can hop onto your website and find exactly what they need quickly and efficiently.

Simple call to action: Create a prominent call to action for RSVPs and wedding invitations. Make it simple for guests to know when the RSVP deadline is; after all, this will mean less chasing for you if they know they need to get back to you by a specific date.

Mobile-friendly: Make sure your website is mobile-friendly and easy to navigate on all devices. You'll have guests logging onto your website on desktops, tablets, and mobiles, so test your page by viewing it on a range of devices so your design stays looking as it should on all platforms.

High-quality images and graphics: Use the highest quality images to enhance the overall design of your website and to keep that professional look on track.

Launching and sharing your wedding website

Before you launch your website, test it for any errors or issues by sending it to some of the key members of your wedding party. It's always a good idea to get fresh eyes on your site so you don’t forget any important details. Ask the people you're sending it to to test any forms you're including—this will ensure they work perfectly and don’t forget to test for any broken links. It's best not to rush sending out your website, so if you've got time on your side, re-visit it and re-read it for any typos or misinformation. Basically, check, check, and check again!

A great place to share your wedding website is on your save-the-dates; however, it doesn't have to be complete at this stage; it's just a good opportunity to get it out there. You can also include it on your invitations too (it should be complete at this stage)! You could also use social media to promote your website and encourage guests to visit and engage.

Tips for a stress-free guest experience

To ensure your guests have a stress-free experience using your wedding website, consider the following tips:

Include an FAQ page: A comprehensive FAQ section will answer common questions; therefore, you’ll need to create a response for everything from “Can I bring a plus one?” to “Are children invited?” and “What to do if someone's got a dietary requirement”. The more information, the better, and the fewer questions you'll get coming your way during the lead-up to the wedding!

Be clear! Provide simple and easy-to-understand instructions for RSVPs and other forms you want guests to return to you. What may seem clear to you might not be to someone else, so be as transparent as possible when it comes to how guests RSVP and when the deadline is. You may send out invitations to other wedding events to certain guests only (for example, inviting them to attend the rehearsal dinner or post-wedding brunch), so make the RSVP process as straightforward as possible.

Contact information: Offer a convenient way for guests to contact you with any questions or concerns they may have, such as your phone number, email address, or via a contact form.

Keep it up to date: One of the many benefits of creating a wedding website is that you can communicate to all your guests if anything changes at the click of a button. So use your website to keep guests informed about the wedding planning process and any updates or changes that may crop up along the way.

We hope this has been helpful! Finally, we recommend you make the most of your website and use it to your advantage to stay organised, but you can also use it to drum up excitement between you and your loved ones ahead of the celebrations!