How to Use Cohezy — Part 5 of 8

How Friends Join Without the App

When you invite someone who isn't on Cohezy, they get a link. Here is exactly what happens when they tap it — so you can set their expectations and know what to tell them.

linkThree Types of Links

Cohezy sends three kinds of invite links depending on what you need from your guest:

  • RSVP Link — Asks your guest to respond Going, Maybe, or Can't Go. Use this when the date is already set and you need a headcount.
  • Vote Link — Takes your guest straight to an open poll (like a Date Poll) so they can weigh in before the date is decided.
  • Chat Link — Drops your guest directly into a Group Chat, ready to talk through plans or vote on any polls inside it.

All three links work the same way on their end — no app download required.

smartphoneStep by Step: What Your Guest Sees
1
They tap the link

The link opens in their browser — no app store, no download prompt. Cohezy recognizes them by name if they've been invited before. If it's their first time, they'll see a simple screen asking them to confirm who they are.

2
They identify themselves

They type their name (or email) and Cohezy matches them to their invite. Returning guests who've verified their email before are recognized automatically — they skip straight to the event.

3
They RSVP or vote

They land directly on the event page with the RSVP or poll front and center. Their response is recorded in real-time — you'll see it update on your end immediately.

4
They choose what happens next

After responding, a prompt appears asking how they'd like to keep track of the event. They have three options — see below.

fork_rightThe Three Options After RSVP or Vote

Once your guest has responded, they're shown a short prompt: "How do you want to keep track of this event?" They have three choices:

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Just RSVP & Go
No email, no account. Their response is saved and they're done. You still get their answer.
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Verify My Email
They give their email and verify it. Future invites send a magic link — one tap and they're in, no password ever.
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Create an Account
Full Cohezy access. They can plan their own events, sync their calendar, and invite their own groups.
lightbulb What to tell your friends: "Just tap the link and it takes 30 seconds. If you want the calendar invite sent to you automatically, just verify your email when it asks." That's usually enough to get them to option 2.
mark_email_unreadHow the Email Verification Works

When a guest chooses to verify their email, here's what happens:

  • They enter their email address and tap Join Event.
  • Cohezy sends a verification link to their inbox — they just tap it to confirm.
  • From that point on, any invite link you send them is recognized automatically. They go straight to the event without having to identify themselves again.
  • When a date is finalized, their calendar invite is sent directly to their verified email.
warning_amber Let your guest know to check their spam folder if they don't see the verification email within a minute or two.
visibilityWhat Verified Guests Can See

A guest who has verified their email gets a lightweight, view-only version of Cohezy. They can:

  • See all events they've been invited to in one place
  • View event details, updates, and final dates
  • Change their RSVP or vote on open polls

They cannot create their own events or groups. To do that, they'll need a full account — which they can upgrade to for free at any time.

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