What happens when a guest can't find their name?
Help guests who can't find themselves in the RSVP system to submit their response.
Plan requirement: Standard or Pro plan
Short answer: Check how their name is entered in your guest list - they may be searching differently than how they're listed.
Common reasons this happens
Name spelling or format
Listed as "William" but searching "Bill"
Listed as "Jennifer Smith" but searching "Jenny"
Maiden name vs married name
Hyphenated last names
Household issues
They're under a household name, not individual
Searching for their name but need to search household name
Not on the list
They weren't added to your guest list
They were accidentally deleted
Different email address than expected
How to fix it
Check your guest list - Search for variations of their name
Verify they're added - Add them if they're missing
Check household - Make sure household RSVP is set up correctly
Ask how they're searching - They may need to search differently
What the guest should try
Have them:
- Try their full formal name
- Try just their first name
- Try their household/family name if applicable
- Try without titles (Mr, Mrs, Dr)
- Check spelling carefully
Tips
Use flexible name matching if available
Add common nicknames to guest profiles
Consider how guests think of themselves
Test the search yourself with different variations
Add guests immediately when they report this issue
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