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A Guide to VenuePilot Website Integrations

Handstamp pages, single event embeds, and fully native custom widgets allow VenuePilot to meet your web presence where it currently is. Already have a site? work closely with our expert team to take it to the next level.

More than anything, your website is a direct reflection of your business. Many ticketing platforms offer "free" websites, but often, what they're really selling is control – control over your brand, your customer data, and your ability to easily move your business. At VenuePilot, we believe in radically giving agency back to venues like yours. You deserve to own your digital storefront, and we're here to help you achieve that.

  • Full Brand Control: Your website is a direct reflection of your venue's unique personality and offerings. You dictate the design, messaging, and overall customer experience, without the limitations of a third-party platform. Consult with our web team to talk about what's best for you!
  • Owning Your Customer Data: When customers visit your site and purchase tickets, that data belongs to you. This is invaluable for understanding your audience, personalizing future communications, and building long-term relationships. Not your website? Someone else is profiting from your data
  • Flexibility and Freedom: No longer are you beholden to a single platform's terms or technological limitations. You have the freedom to integrate with other tools, adapt to new trends, and pivot your strategy as needed.
  • Enhanced SEO and Discoverability: A dedicated website improves your search engine optimization (SEO), making it easier for potential customers to find you through search engines like Google.

VenuePilot is changing the game by empowering you to reclaim your online presence. Let's explore the ways you can have a website and how we can help you customize it.

Option 1: Instant Online Presence with Handstamp Pages

The moment you publish an event on VenuePilot, it automatically creates a dedicated Handstamp page and profile for your VenuePilot account. These Handstamp pages are directly associated with your venue's profile, and by sharing your profile, your customers can easily follow you to stay updated on all your upcoming events, adding a point of subscription beyond opting-in during checkout and on your webpage.

This is an immediate, automatic website solution that gets you online without any setup hassle. You can even customize your Handstamp pages to better reflect your brand. Simply reach out to hello@handstamp.com for access to advanced customization options, once you have your events published.

Option 2: Build a Custom Website for Ultimate Control

For those who want a fully custom online presence, we highly recommend getting your own dedicated website. This gives you the most control over design, functionality, and integrations.

Our Recommendations for Website Platforms:

  • Squarespace (Beginner-Friendly): If you're just starting out or prefer a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface, Squarespace is an excellent choice. It offers beautiful templates and intuitive tools to get your site up and running quickly. Our widget works like a dream in Squarespace as well.
  • WordPress (More Advanced): For those with a little HTML and CSS experience, WordPress offers unparalleled flexibility and power. It's the most widely used content management system in the world, allowing for deep customization and a vast ecosystem of plugins. VenuePilot offers both our widget, as well as a beta WP plugin for rock solid native implementation. 

Compatibility with VenuePilot:

Our ticketing widget is designed to work seamlessly on most modern website platforms. While it performs best on robust platforms like Squarespace and WordPress, it can be challenging on platforms like Wix or Weebly, and some web managers don't allow any custom HTML to be embedded. If your platform is relatively modern, you should be in good shape. If you're unsure, reach out!

Integrating Venue Pilot with Your Custom Website

Once you have your custom website set up and your domain secured, integrating Venue Pilot is straightforward:

  1. Request Our Widget: Fill out our widget request form. This form gathers the necessary information to tailor our widget to your specific needs.
  2. Customization and Integration: After you submit the form, we'll be in touch about the next steps. We take the time to customize our widget to natively match the look and feel of your site, ensuring a seamless experience for your customers.

Need to Get Started Immediately? Use Our New Event Embed Feature!

If you're looking to quickly embed your event listings on your site, our Single Event Embed feature is your go-to solution. This allows you to easily copy and paste a snippet of code directly onto your website. The embed should automatically match your site's styling, and you can even edit the event details directly within the embed code if you wish.

Take Control of Your Digital Future

Having your own website is an investment in your venue's future. It gives you the power to build your brand, connect directly with your audience, and maintain full control over your operations. Venue Pilot is committed to supporting you in this journey, whether you choose the simplicity of Handstamp pages or the full customization of your own website.

Ready to learn more about setting up your own website and integrating it with Venue Pilot? Reach out to us today!