Invitations and RSVPs
Set up a an invitation and RSVP system on your WordPress site.
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Invitations and RSVPs shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Invitations and RSVPs stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| invitations | #76 |
| rsvps | #50 |
About Invitations and RSVPs
From the official readme · v1.5.1Description
Invitations and RSVPs provides a frontend form for your users to respond to your event.
Uninstalling the plugin will NOT remove the associated tables.
Pre-requisites:
None
Features
- Invited people can respond
- Administrators can manage responses.
Installation
The easiest way to install Invitations and RSVPs is via your WordPress Dashboard. Go to the “Plugins” screen, click “Add New”, and search for “Invitations and RSVPs” in the WordPress Plugin Directory. Then, click “Install Now” and wait a moment. Finally, click “Activate” and start using the plugin!
Manual installation works just as for other WordPress plugins:
- Download and extract the ZIP file.
- Move the folder “cwsi-invites” to the “wp-content/plugins/” directory of your WordPress installation, e.g. via FTP.
- Activate the plugin “Invitations and RSVPs” on the “Plugins” screen of your WordPress Dashboard.
- Create a page for players to review and submit their numbers. Add the shortcode [cwsiInviteAnswerForm]
- Use the shortcode [cwsiInviteShowResponses] if you would like to display invitees and their responses so far, including comments.
- Review the submitted items in the WordPress admin area.
Frequently asked questions
I have an issue with the installation. How can I get it fixed?
Send an email to charlene@charlenesweb.ca so I can try to help you fix it quickly. Please include any error logs to help me debug.
My test emails do not send?
Sending email from a WordPress website can be difficult. Ensure your webhost is configured to support PHP mail. Consider installing a plugin like WP Mail SMTP to set up SMTP email and to test that emails are sent correctly.
I have a really great suggestion for a new feature. Who do I tell?
Send an email to charlene@charlenesweb.ca. I would love to keep improving this plugin.
Changelog
Test with latest WordPress
1.5.1
- Test with latest WordPress.
1.5
- Update the SDK
1.4.1
- Add back some premium functions
1.4
- Tested with WordPress 6.8
1.3.5
- Fix link in documentation
1.3.4
- Fix name of plugin
For developers
Is this your plugin? Show off the numbers.
Add a live badge to your site, docs or GitHub README. It updates on its own — no account needed.
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FAQ
Invitations and RSVPs: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 13, 2026
Is Invitations and RSVPs free?
Yes. Invitations and RSVPs is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Invitations and RSVPs safe to use in 2026?
Invitations and RSVPs shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Invitations and RSVPs?
Invitations and RSVPs is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,317 times since it launched in January 2025. It was downloaded 43 times in the last 30 days.
Does Invitations and RSVPs work with WordPress 7.1?
Invitations and RSVPs is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Invitations and RSVPs need?
Invitations and RSVPs requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Invitations and RSVPs last updated?
The latest version, 1.5.1, was released on February 25, 2026 (8 months ago).
Who makes Invitations and RSVPs?
Invitations and RSVPs is developed and maintained by Charlene Copeland.
What are the best alternatives to Invitations and RSVPs?
The most popular alternatives to Invitations and RSVPs are Invite Anyone (1K+ installs), WP eCards (300+ installs) and Invitations for Slack (20+ installs).
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