A week before the wedding, the couple’s phones will not stop ringing. Where is the venue? What colour should we wear? Is the reception after the church or the next day? A wedding website can answer most of those questions before they are asked.
What it is
A wedding website is a simple page or small site with information about your wedding. Many free and paid platforms let couples create one quickly, even without technical skills.
The essentials
Include the date and time of each event, venue names and addresses, directions and maps, dress code and colours, and contact details for enquiries.
RSVP
An online RSVP form collects replies in one place, reducing confusion. Ask for names, number of guests and any dietary needs.
Several events
If you have an engagement, church wedding and reception on different days, list each one clearly with its own details.
Guests from abroad
For diaspora guests travelling to Ghana or Nigeria, add information on visas, flights, recommended hotels, transport and what to expect at traditional ceremonies.
Registry and gifts
Share your gift registry or cash gift details, politely. Some couples also explain how to send gifts from abroad.
Your story
Many couples add a short story of how they met, engagement photos and a note to guests. Keep it brief; guests mainly want information.
Privacy
Be careful about how much personal information you share. Consider a password for the site, and avoid posting home addresses or exact travel plans publicly.
Keep it updated
If anything changes, update the site and inform guests by message. An outdated website causes more confusion than none.
Share the link
Include the link or a QR code on invitations, digital or printed, and in messages to guests.
Timeline for guests
A simple timeline showing when guests should arrive, when the ceremony starts and when the reception begins helps everyone plan. For multi-day celebrations, list each day separately.
Frequently asked questions
A short FAQ section can answer common questions: Can I bring my children? Is there parking? Will food be served? Is there a dress code for the church? Answering them once saves many messages.
Less stress
A wedding website will not replace personal calls to elders, who may prefer to hear directly from you. But for everyone else, one link can save you dozens of calls in the busiest week of your life.
