Attendees at your event can find and connect with each other in the event app through the attendee directory, suggested contacts, connection requests, direct messages and bookmarks.
The attendee directory lets participants browse and search all confirmed attendees at the event.
How to access (app): Networking → Attendee Directory
[SCREENSHOT: Attendee Directory screen showing the list with search bar, Near Me filter, and Attendee/Speaker/Sponsor tabs]
Suggested contacts are pre-matched attendees the app recommends based on shared interests or the organiser's Advanced Rules.
Before you start: The organiser must have set the matchmaking mode to Common Interest-based or Advanced Rules.
[SCREENSHOT: Suggested Contacts screen showing attendee cards with shared interest tags and "Say Hi" button]
Before you start: The organiser must have Chat Invites enabled, and your account must have Confirmed status.
[SCREENSHOT: Attendee profile page showing the "Send Request" button]
Once a connection request is accepted, both attendees can exchange messages.
Each conversation shows the other person's name, profile picture, and last message preview.
[SCREENSHOT: Messages screen showing Chat tab with active conversations and "No Conversation" empty state]
If enabled by the organiser:
Bookmarks may also influence future matchmaking suggestions.
[SCREENSHOT: Attendee profile with bookmark icon highlighted in the top right corner]
Q: I can see an attendee but cannot message them. Why?
A connection request must be sent and accepted before messaging opens. Tap Send Request on their profile first.
Q: Why is the "Near Me" filter not showing anyone?
GPS-based proximity requires location permission to be granted on the attendee's device. Also ensure this is an in-person event — virtual events do not use GPS proximity.
Q: Can attendees message exhibitors directly?
Attendees can drop a VCard at an exhibitor booth (if enabled by the organiser), but direct messaging to exhibitors requires a connection request like any other attendee.
Q: How do attendees find people who are nearby at the event?
Use the Near Me tab in the attendee directory. It works at in-person events and needs location permission on the attendee's device.
Q: Where do attendees see the people they bookmarked?
Bookmarked attendees are saved under Networking, Favourites.
