Google Maps Error on Custom Domain
Hi, I am using Backstage with a custom domain which works well. However I am now getting a Google Maps API error. When I access the microsite on custom domain i get the error, but when I access via the ZOHO Backstage URL, I see the Google Maps. Any idea how to fix?
Sell your event tickets online with Zoho Backstage
Dear Backstage users, We're always looking for ways to improve Zoho Backstage and provide you with the best features to help you organize your events. Recently, we took on the task of helping you facilitate your event registrations more seamlessly. We're excited to introduce our very own ticketing system that's designed to enhance and further automate your user experience. Here's how you can manage the entire event registration process without a hitch: Configure a payment mode With Zoho Backstage,
Spotlight 6: Go global with multilingual microsites
Attendees are willing to travel for the right event. With great speakers, a relevant topic, and a killer venue in an interesting city, you could attract people from all around the world to participate. How do you increase the chances of that happening?
Would like to sell tickets using Zoho and not Eventbrite
I am a Zoho One client and would like to be able to sell tickets and keep it within the Zoho family of Apps. I would also, like to see some kind of plug in and/or /widget to view and sell tickets directly on my on my wordpress website. Thanks
Tips and Tricks 2: Style your text with markdown
Hello everyone, Today we'll talk about how to use markdown in your text. Markdown is a simple formatting language that allows you to add rich formatting to your plain text. In Backstage, you can use markdown when you write your announcements, messages in discussion channels, comments for images in the gallery, and body text in the custom sections of your microsite. The table below shows how to enclose words or phrases between specific sets of characters to apply the associated format to that
Backstage / Sales IQ integration
Hello All, I see from this forum that there is an integration coming for CRM and Backstage and I am wondering if there will be a Sales IQ integration or if one is available in beta. Thanks!
Tips and Tricks 1: Save time while you plan your agenda
Hello everyone, Today we'll talk about a few shortcuts you can use to build your event schedule in less time. These handy tips will help you when you are at the Agenda tab in the Microsite Builder. Creating a session at a particular time: When you create a session, double-click on a specific timestamp in the agenda's timeline. Doing this will display the Add Session panel with the selected time pre-populated in the Start Time picker. You can then go ahead and add other session details before saving
Payment integration on .eu Server
Hi guys, today i recognized the payment integration on backstage.zoho.eu. Good news. Waiting for Germany as the next country to select in the settings. Regards Andreas
Are Virtual Events Possible?
Hi, Just a quick question..... is it possible to use Backstage for Virtual Events or events without an actual location. My thoughts are to create paid for events using Zoho ShowTime and use Backstage to manage them ? Is this possible or is it just better to use the in-built ShowTime features? Love to hear from anyone running virtual events on how you manage them. Best Regards Jon
Importing Attendees- Excel
I would like the ability to import attendees using an excel file. Sometimes groups, such as schools have to sign up attendees through there system and then send my organization an excel spreadsheet. Right now there doesn't seem to be a way to import those attendees. If Backstage can export to an excel file it seems like a no-brainer that one would be able to populate that template and import attendees into Backstage.
Walk-through 9: Connecting event participants in real-time
Hey everyone, One of the main reasons why people go to events is to network with others and build new relationships. Sharing their thoughts and gaining insight from other like-minded peers helps participants get the most out of an event. How can you create an avenue for people at your event to start forging new connections? Let's discuss connecting event participants with discussion channels. With Backstage you can set up and manage discussion channels for different purposes on the event microsite.
Spotlight 4: Manage event communication with a primary contact
When you're an event organizer, you need to be communicating with different people constantly. This is especially true when it comes to acknowledging event participants, when they do things like buying a ticket or sending a sponsor proposal. Automating your emails for these actions reduces your workload, but gives you the added responsibility of having to respond to further questions that people may have. Directing your event communication to a primary contact is key to ensuring that every participant
Spotlight 3: Read your audience with polls
Delivering a presentation to an audience that's not engaged is like talking to an empty room. Asking questions during your session can definitely help by encouraging the crowd to get involved with you. However, it isn't easy to spark a conversation if audience members are not confident speaking in front of others, or if they only give closed-ended answers. To make participation easier, solicit input from your audience by adding polls to your sessions. Plan the questions that you'd like to ask and
Formatting Options on the Page Designer
Can we get some text formatting options (left, center, right, bold, etc), on the page elements, like the TEXT ONLY element, and the IMAGE AND TEXT, etc.
How to track which track attendees plan to take when they register?
We have multiple tracks for our event and would like to track or ask during the registration process which of the 3 they are most likely to attend. This will help us determine which rooms we need to set these session in since they hold different amounts of folks or may have to be reconfigured to maximize attendees. I also want to ask for food allergies for the catering company as well. For now I created a ticket for each track as a work around, however I am afraid folks will think they need to
Venue Hotel is showing up as 0.5mi from the Venue
Hi how do I remove or have the distance slider update to show the Hotel and the Venue are one in the same? Right now 0.5mi is what is showing on the site and I would like to remove this or have it show 0.0mi.
How to change time and date format
Hi fellow Zoho'ers, I am as good as finished with my first Backstage event, but I run into a few last problems. One of these is the format of the time and date. I would like to use the 24 hour format and the DD-MM-YYYY date format. Someone suggestions how this can be set / changed? Thanks in advance for your assistance. Cheers, Ralph.
Spotlight 2: Custom pages for your event microsite
Whether it's a small conference or an international expo, every event is different. An event website that's fashioned specifically for your type of event not only offers a unique experience for visitors but also delivers information that attendees are looking for—right in their hand. Zoho Backstage lets you create a custom page in the Design tab of the Microsite Builder. To do this, hover over the navigation bar on the top, and click the Settings icon [] to open the Manage pages pop-up. Here you
Spotlight 1: Cloning an event
When you are hosting a series of events, or the same event every year, having to plan it from scratch every single time can be exhausting. With Backstage, you can now save time by cloning an existing event that you've previously created, checking if everything is in place, and going live in an instant. Build from any of your events Creating a new event involves keying in basic event details, setting up the agenda, inviting other organizers, adding speakers, configuring tickets and sponsors, designing
Walk-through 10: Encouraging audience interaction with an event app
Hello everyone, Being able to access an event wherever you are is essential for enhancing the experience for your attendees. Having constant access to all the necessary information about the event, as well as engaging material, and networking opportunities can be extremely beneficial to attendees. So how do you provide a space for attendees to stay updated and engage with others before, during, and well after the event is complete? Let's discuss encouraging audience interaction with an event app.
*You have entered an invalid label
Hi, I have translated the text from Zoho Backstage into Dutch and now get error messages on some labels (see attachment). Someone an idea how I can solve this? Thx 4 your help. Greetz, Ralph.
Link Expired
We're working with a school district who's employees are able to login when the use the app, but get "Expired Link" messages when they try to login to the website. They enter they email addresses, get the link almost immediately in their inboxes, then take the "Sign In To Event" link and it immediately says it's expired. Please help! Thank you! This is a link from one of the people attempting it: https://tigerteachernation.zohobackstage.com/public/digest/2f2778555f2b6845e7cb749c034e33c6a426dc335dfe66190e1f28bae788573d9f8e52fd83d4ee2445507960fb1dccb741ab569a4097a6991ca7f6f51c05d004
Walk-through 8: Evaluating your session using analytics
Hi all, Gauging how a session impacted the audience is just as important as the planning that went into it. This assessment exercise is beneficial, as it enables presenters to see if the content in the slide deck is good as is, or if it needs to be improved for future meetings. How do you gather insights from attendees to enhance presentations more effectively? Let's discuss evaluating your session using analytics. After a session is complete, Backstage generates detailed analytics to give you
Walk-through 7: Engaging audiences with interactive sessions
Hey all, The success of a session wholly depends on the involvement of the people in the audience. But what if the icebreaker didn't actually break the ice, or people chose to fill up the back rows rather than the front? How do you interact with everyone and make them feel involved? In today's post, we'll discuss engaging audiences with interactive sessions. Backstage provides you with the tools to enable your audience to connect with you when you're presenting a session. Use the presentation library
Clone Event - Suggestion
I suggest implementing ability to clone an Event. We have many events that are almost identical in all ways except for dates, and this would be very helpful.
Dietary Needs - Suggestion
Suggest adding feature to collect information about dietary needs of each participant. Overall this could be accomplished by adding ability to add custom fields into ticketing forms (drop-downs, etc), but in the future I would assume this should be added to an overall meal planning set of features.
Walk-through 6: Speeding up event check-in
Hi all, Nothing beats the feeling of watching your efforts bear fruit as you greet attendees showing up to your event. Making the check-in phase as seamless as possible will ensure that you avoid the dreaded long queue at the registration desk—and provide attendees with the best experience possible. In today's post, we'll discuss speeding up event check-in. Optimize the check-in process at your event by using the Zoho Backstage for organizers mobile app, available in Android and iOS. Also, access
Introducing the mobile app for event organizers
It doesn't matter if you're planning your first trade show or an annual executive retreat—organizing an event requires your undivided attention. This is especially true on event day, when things can quickly get out of hand. So how can you stay on top of everything happening at your event? Introducing the Zoho Backstage for Event Organizers mobile app, for Android and iOS—designed to improve and simplify your event management. Getting things started on time, checking in attendees on event day, following
Walk-through 5: Scheduling event emails
Hey everyone, A vital part of hosting a successful event is reaching out and connecting with your audience. Properly-timed communication will not only leave a good impression on prospective attendees but is also effective in increasing your event attendance. In all the commotion of planning an event, how can you make time to communicate with everyone, ensure the right information is being given to the right people, and that it reaches them at the appropriate time? In today's post, we'll discuss how
Walk-through 4: Promoting an event online
Hi everyone, With your event planned and your microsite ready, it's essential to have a good turnout, for your effort to pay off. Although your event microsite is online, you'll need to guide the right traffic—whether they're potential customers, partners, or patrons. Promote your event online on different platforms to get people talking, increase ticket sales, and encourage them to attend. In today's post, we'll discuss promoting your event online. With Backstage, you can publicize your event with
Walk-through 3: Setting up a multilingual event
Hello everyone, As your event gathers more interest, it's important that you offer an engaging experience for a wider group of people. Tailor your event microsite for a particular audience by localizing it. Incorporating languages that your event participants are comfortable with will help you achieve this. In today's post, we'll discuss setting up a multilingual microsite for your event. Backstage lets you import languages and make the event microsite available to audiences in 78 different languages.
Walk-through 2: Creating an event-focused website
Hi everyone, A website is a great way to promote your event. However, a website costs you money, time, and effort. An event microsite, on the other hand, is affordable, lets you focus on your event's brand, and is a powerful marketing tool that attracts your target audience. In today's post, we'll discuss designing a microsite that can be accessed by event attendees and be easily maintained. Backstage offers mobile-responsive and feature-rich microsites. All you have to do is provide your event information:
Walk-through 1: Planning an event schedule
Hello everyone, Organizing an event is a challenging feat and no walk in the park. We're launching our first community learning series to take a look at some common parts of planning and hosting an event. You'll learn how Backstage helps you take on these tasks effortlessly to help you craft the best event experience for attendees. Today we'll focus on planning your event schedule. An event schedule lets everyone know what your event entails. Putting out this schedule well in advance can draw in
Option NOT to use Eventbrite
Hi, Backstage looks like it has great functionality but I was wondering if here are plans to offer ticket payment and management without using Eventbrite ? Kind Regards Jon
How Do I Change the Portal Owner Url in Backstage
How do I change the part in grey? See attached. I have a Zoho One account and didn't know about Backstage and when I found out about it I registered with another email and name to test it first (as I didn't know it was in Zoho One) only for that to be the name given to it in my Zoho One account and now I can't change it Thanks Andy
Announcing Zoho Backstage: Your complete event management software
With just a few months till the event, you're still racking your brain. Did you advertise to the right audience? Is your event website design appealing? How will you keep attendees engaged and interested during sessions? It doesn't matter if you're organizing
Meet the Zoho Backstage team in London - October 2018
Hello everyone, We're all set to have our first London community meetup for Zoho Backstage on Tuesday, 2nd October, 2018. Join us to network with Zoho partners, product experts, and other Backstage users from the London user group. Share and learn from each other while our experts walk you through: The features in Zoho Backstage and how to use them to run your event successfully Effective and cost-efficient ways to market your event Creating a free event on Zoho Backstage Venue: Etc Venues
Zoho Backstage's first community meetup - September 2018
Hello everyone, We're thrilled to announce that we've organized our first community meetup for Zoho Backstage in Chennai on, Wednesday, 20th September, 2018. This is a chance for you to meet with Zoho partners, product experts, and other Backstage users as well. Share and learn from each other while our experts walk you through: The features in Zoho Backstage and how to use them to run your event successfully Effective and cost-efficient ways to market your event Creating a free event on Zoho
Live webinar: An overview of Zoho Backstage
Hello everyone, Holding an event for your business can be one of the most important forums to kick-start or enrich your professional connections. Planning an event though, is easier said than done. We understand the mountains that one has to scale for this, and Zoho Backstage is here to make event organizing as effortless as possible. Join us for a live webinar on Wednesday, 12th Sep 2018, where we'll give you a complete overview on how to get the most out of Zoho Backstage. At the end of
Live webinar: Introducing Zoho Backstage
Hi all, Join us for a live webinar on Thursday, 16th Aug 2018, where we'll give you a complete overview on how to get the most out of Zoho Backstage. Zoho Backstage is an enterprise event management tool to help you create memorable event experiences. It's everything you need, from website creation, ticketing, and event promotion, to attendee registration and engagement. At the end of this webinar, you'll know how to: Design your own event microsite in multiple languages Build a complete
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