How do I set an RSVP deadline or close replies?

A deadline gives guests a date to aim for and gives you a firm headcount for the caterer. Replies stop by themselves when it passes.

Set a deadline

1. 1Open the invitation from your dashboard and choose RSVP settings.
2. 2Under RSVP deadline, pick the date and time. "Responses close automatically after this moment."
3. 3Choose Save RSVP settings.

The change applies at once; nothing needs republishing. A date that does not make sense is refused with "That deadline doesn't look right."

What guests see

• Before the deadline: the reply form as usual.
• After it: "RSVPs are now closed. Thank you!" in place of the form. A guest who already replied still sees their recorded reply, with "Replies are closed now." instead of Change my reply.

The deadline is not printed on the invitation by the form itself. Mention it in the invitation's own words or in a message to guests.

What you see

The summary card on Guests & RSVPs shows "RSVP closes Sat 7 Nov · 13 days left", "today" on the day, and "RSVPs closed Sat 7 Nov" afterwards. See guest counts and filters.

Close replies now, or reopen them

Switch Accept RSVPs off in the same settings to close replies immediately, whatever the deadline; the form reads "RSVPs are closed". Switch it back on, or move the deadline later, to take replies again. Every earlier reply is kept throughout.

Nudging before the deadline

A deadline does not send anything on its own. To chase guests who have not replied, use Remind them on the summary card or the automatic no-reply nudge; see reminders.