How do I merge duplicate guests?
Combine duplicate guest entries when the same person appears more than once in your list.
Plan requirement: Standard or Pro plan
Short answer: Find the duplicate guests, keep one entry and delete the other, or use the merge function if available.
Identifying duplicates
Duplicates can happen when:
- Importing a list that already has some guests
- Adding guests manually who were already imported
- Guests RSVPing with slightly different names
Merging duplicates
Go to Guests
Find and select the duplicate entries using the checkboxes
Click Merge guests in the bulk actions
In the merge panel, select the details to keep for each field
Click Confirm merge
Manual merge
If automatic merging isn't available:
1. Open both guest profiles
2. Note any unique information in each (responses, meal choice, etc.)
3. Update the guest you want to keep with any missing info
4. Delete the duplicate entry
Preventing duplicates
To avoid duplicates:
- Search before adding new guests
- Use consistent name formats when importing
- Review imported lists for duplicates before sending invitations
Tips
Be careful when deleting - you may lose RSVP responses
Check household assignments when merging
Keep the guest with more complete information
If a guest RSVPed on a duplicate, make sure to preserve that response
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