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Last updated:
November 20, 2024

E-Ticket and Check-In

With Oniva's Check-In feature, you can easily track the attendance of your guests. By using the Check-In function, you gain an overview of the number of attendees and "no shows" on the Event Dashboard, and through the contact status "attended," you can selectively address checked-in guests via campaigns. Here are three different ways to record the check-in of your guests.

An illustration of the check-in app.

E-Ticket and Check-In

There are three different ways you can check your guests into events with Oniva.

1. Manual check-in in the admin area

You can manually check guests in the admin area. Go to the event contacts and open the guest list of an event. If a guest is present, you can set the check-in via the options menu. This automatically timestamps the check-in and updates the number of checked-in guests on the event dashboard and in the status.

2. Virtual event check-in

With this feature, you can also track attendance at online events. One hour before the event starts, attendance is recorded in Oniva. This allows you to check during and after the event in the Oniva admin on the event dashboard and in the status, as well as in the event bookings, how many participants attended the online event.

3. Onivas check-In app

With Oniva's Check-In App, guests can be checked in most easily. First, activate the check-in function in the event settings. After activation, you can check in with our app. Check-in can be done either by scanning the tickets or manually via the guest list. The check-in data is automatically uploaded and updated in Oniva as long as the scanning device is connected to the internet. Even if the device is offline, scanning can continue, but the check-in data remains locally on the device and will be automatically synchronized later once an internet connection is available.

Configure Check-In

To log into the Check-In App, the check-in function must first be activated in the event settings. After activation, the login QR code in the event dashboard can be scanned with the Oniva Check-In App. The Check-In App can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.

Check-in settings

  • Display guests' first and last names in the Check-In App: If this checkbox is activated, the names of the guests will be displayed in the check-in app. This allows for quick manual check-in by entering the name. If this checkbox is deactivated, the participant must be searched for by booking number during manual check-in.

E-ticket settings

  • E-ticket per total booking: A single E-Ticket is created per booking, summarizing all booked options.
  • E-ticket per booking option: An E-Ticket is created for each booked option. This allows for multiple E-Tickets per booking to be generated..

If branding elements for the event have been defined in the option representation, these will also be adopted for the E-Ticket. This increases the recognition effect.

Additionally, text and/or an image can be placed on the E-Ticket. For example, a map, sponsor logos, or event information can be placed.

Finally, the event badge on the e-ticket can be activated. This generates a guest badge at the bottom of the E-Ticket, which guests can either print out and bring with them or which can be printed out by the admin. The badges are conveniently provided to participants on the E-Ticket after booking is completed. The badges are available in A6 and A7 formats. Read more in the article event badge on e-ticket.

Tip: Activate e-ticket later
Once the E-Ticket is activated, it will be sent with the booking confirmation. If not all relevant information, such as directions or ticket information, is available at the time of the invitation, the ticket can also be activated at a later date. The E-Tickets can then be sent to registered guests via event campaigns. Read more in the article: How To: Send e-tickets.

Set Up Check-In App

Once Check-In has been activated in the event settings, the Check-In app can be set up. To do so, open your event's dashboard and select "Set Up Check-In App" under the event details. Make sure you have the latest version of the app installed on your device for scanning.

Once the app is installed, you can configure your event on your device by scanning the QR code.

Scan E-Tickets

To scan tickets, the menu tab "Check-in" must be selected.

Tip: Forgot your ticket?
If a guest does not have their ticket on hand, they can also be checked in via the "Guest List" tab. Search for the guest's name or booking number, and check-in by clicking the checkbox next to the name.

After scanning tickets, one of three messages may be displayed:

  • Green checkmark: Ticket is valid, check-in was successful. Next ticket can be scanned.
  • Orange checkmark: Ticket is valid, but has already been scanned.
  • Orange exclamation mark (coming soon): Ticket is valid, but the guest is not registered for this option.
  • Red cross: Ticket is invalid. Booking not present in Oniva or canceled.
Tip: iPhones guided access
Apple devices offer guided access. This allows the use of a device to be restricted to a single app. This means that the Oniva Check-In App can be used without the app being closed or the user having access to other apps.

Check-In via checklist

If you have only activated the check-in app without e-tickets, you can also check in your guests via the virtual guest list. To do this, you can search for the guest via the search field in the middle menu item “Guest list” and check them in by tapping on them. You can also use this function, for example, if guests do not have their e-ticket to hand. The check-in is treated as if the corresponding ticket had been scanned.

Late Registrations

Late registrations cannot be made directly in the app. Additional guests must be registered in the Oniva admin area by an event admin or they can make a booking themselves if registration is still possible.

Synchronization & Login QR Code

Under synchronization status, the app indicates if check-ins are not synchronized with the app. Click to force synchronization.
The login QR code allows for configuring another device without the original code needing to be displayed in the Oniva dashboard.

Note: Logging out
When logging out of the app, all unsynchronized data will be deleted. Therefore, all data should be synchronized before ending the check-in app.

Rental of check-in devices

Are you missing check-in devices for your event? Our ICT partner, Swisscom Broadcast, offers devices including a SIM card for rent. With the order form below, you can directly order the devices you need for your event. Please specify "Pre-install Oniva Check-in App" in the remarks section when placing your order.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • In which countries is the Oniva check-in app available?
    Currently, the Oniva Check-In App can be downloaded for all common smartphones connected to the App Store or Google Play Store.
  • How many devices can I use for my event?
    There is no limitation on how many devices can be activated and used simultaneously for an event.
  • How many devices will I need for my event?
    We estimate about 24 seconds per guest or 150 check-ins per device per hour for simple ticket scanning without handing out wristbands, badges, meal vouchers, etc. For an event with 600 guests and 60 entry times, this would mean that four check-in stations should be in use. See also our blog post on the successful event entry.
  • On which devices can I use the Oniva check-in app?
    The Check-In App can be used with all devices that have access to the App Store or Google Play Store, can establish an internet connection, and have a camera. In any case, we recommend testing the check-in on the devices used a few days before the event.
  • Do users scanning with the app need an account or admin rights?
    No. The QR code from the dashboard is required for the initial configuration, but it can also be photographed. Once a device is configured, the QR code can be displayed on that device, allowing for the configuration of additional devices.
  • Can I display additional information per guest in the app, such as food intolerances, selected booking options, the responsible customer advisor, etc., to support the host in guest care?
    Yes, this information must be recorded in the contact via Check-Info. This additional information can also be uploaded via import. See article How to: Adding information (seat number, access zones etc.) to a booking retroactively
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