Quick overview of DoorList
DoorList is an event-management platform designed to simplify planning, guest control, and onsite admission. It uses scannable codes and time-restricted access to make sure only approved attendees are admitted. The system supports individual and bulk user setup and lets organizers delegate entry privileges to others, streamlining collaboration for large or repeat events.
Core capabilities
- QR-based check-in for fast, contactless entry
- Time-restricted access tokens that expire when the event window closes
- Add guests by phone number even if they haven’t signed up yet
- Import an entire organization or upload many users at once
- Grant others the ability to add attendees or manage entries
- Duplicate an existing event or guest list to recreate past setups quickly
How the system operates
Organizers create an event profile, configure entry windows (start/end times) and generate unique codes for attendees. Guests receive codes via the contact method you provide. At the door, staff scan codes and the platform validates that each code is both authentic and still active. Permissions can be shared so secondary hosts can add and manage attendees, and past events can be cloned to cut setup time for recurring gatherings.
Practical advantages
- Quickly reproduce recurring events by cloning previous guest lists and settings
- Enable teammates to contribute to guest management without sharing your account
- Add large groups in one step with organization imports
- Invite people who aren’t yet registered using only their phone numbers
- Limit entry to the exact event timeframe with automated expiration
- Replace manual check-in methods with a secure, scannable solution
Who benefits most
DoorList fits small meetup hosts through enterprise event teams who want fewer entry headaches, faster check-in, and better control over who gains access. It’s particularly useful for recurring events, multi-organizer setups, and situations where you need to invite people before they’ve created an account.
Technical
- iPhone
- Free