# The List - Easy Event Planning — SMS Based Event Management

> SMS-based event management for easy invitation and response tracking. (iPhone/iPad app by Joe Sworyk.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-list-easy-event-planning/id1631779575 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Joe Sworyk](https://appshunter.io/developer/1220570000)
- Category: Lifestyle, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 23 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2022-08-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-list-easy-event-planning/id1631779575/reviews.md

## What is The List?

Easily manage events of any size.

Set the details of your event:

- Title
- Date/Time
- Location
- Capacity
- Description

Send invites to contacts saved on your phone, each invitee will receive an autogenerated SMS with the details of your event, and 2 three-digit codes to respond with. One indicating they will be attending your event, and one indicating that they will not be. 

- Individuals attending your event will receive a reminder on the day of your event, 
- Any changes made to your event will be broadcast to all of your attendees (Including if you cancel the event).
- View the RSVP status of each one of your attendees,  at a glance you will know who is attending and who has yet to respond.
- Assign co-hosts, allowing other users to invite people from their contact list.
- Request party favours and track who is responsible for them.

## Key features

- Set event title, date, time, location, capacity, and description
- Send SMS invites with RSVP codes
- Receive event reminders
- Broadcast event changes and cancellations
- View RSVP status at a glance
- Assign co-hosts for shared management
- Request and track party favors

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-list-easy-event-planning/id1631779575/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Super simple and effective app

*2022-08-31*

Easily co-ordinated my event and added a co-host. We were able to task people invited to take care certain things they were responsible for and keep track of everything super simply and cleanly. Definitely will continue to use moving forward.

## Frequently asked questions about The List

### How does The List send event invitations?

The List sends invitations via SMS to contacts saved on your phone. Each invitee receives an autogenerated SMS with event details and two three-digit codes to respond with their attendance status.

### Can I see who has responded to my event invitation?

Yes, The List allows you to view the RSVP status of each attendee at a glance. You can easily see who is attending and who has yet to respond.

### What happens if I need to change event details?

Any changes made to your event, including cancellations, will be broadcast to all of your attendees. This ensures everyone stays informed about the latest event information.

### Can other people help me manage the event invitations?

Yes, you can assign co-hosts to your event. Co-hosts can then invite people from their own contact lists, allowing for shared event management.

### Does The List remind attendees about the event?

Individuals who have confirmed their attendance will receive a reminder on the day of the event, ensuring they don't miss out.

### Can I request help with party favors?

The List allows you to request party favors and track who is responsible for bringing them, simplifying coordination for your event.

### What devices is The List available on?

The List is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices.

### How often is The List updated?

The latest version of The List was released on October 16, 2023. The app is updated to improve functionality and address any issues.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.8 — 2023-10-16

UI Enhancements

- Shared event photo album, all invitees are eligible to upload photos from your event to a shared album that can easily be downloaded to your local camera roll with the click of a button!

### 1.0.7 — 2023-01-20

Bug fixes & improvements

### 1.0.6 — 2022-10-28

Reminders - Easily send a reminder about your event to everyone who hasn't declined your invite.
Messages - Send free form text messages to your invitees who haven't declined your invite.

### 1.0.5 — 2022-09-27

Bug fixes & improvements.

### 1.0.4 — 2022-09-06

Bug fixes and user experience enhancements.

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All apps by Joe Sworyk: https://appshunter.io/developer/1220570000

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