Preview an Event

A new Preview step allows testing event registrations during setup before publishing.

As of January 27, 2026, a new Preview feature enables testing event registrations during setup — before the event is published. Previously, event preview links were only available after publishing. Now previewing is integrated into the event creation workflow.

What Changed

1

Access the Preview Step

After completing all event setup sections (General Information, Registration Types, Payment, and Confirmations), a new Preview step appears in the event progress panel. Click it to enter preview mode.

2

Submit Test Registrations

Registrations submitted during preview are for testing purposes only. They are not included in reports, capacity counts, or long-term storage. A banner displays throughout preview mode indicating the registration is a test.

3

Test Payment Processing

• Online credit card: Preview shows a Test Checkout page — no actual charges are processed.

• Offline payment (cash, check): Functions identically to live registrations during preview.

4

Preview Confirmation Emails

Preview emails are supported so you can review confirmation messages before publishing. Emails include a note indicating the registration is for testing purposes only.

NOTE: Real emails are sent if actual email addresses are provided during preview. Use a test email address to avoid sending preview confirmations to real registrants.

TIP: Use the Preview step to verify your entire registration workflow — including fee calculations, form fields, and confirmation messages — before making the event public.

Related Documentation

• Publish an Event — Preview and publish events to make them visible to registrants