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Campus apps by department

Admissions, orientation, student life, and more — one campus app that works across departments.

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Campus apps by department

Admissions, orientation, student life, and more — one campus app that works across departments.

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Build unlimited event apps on one license

One partnership for unlimited campus events — orientation, tours, student life, and everything in between.

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Build unlimited event apps on one license

One partnership for unlimited campus events — orientation, tours, student life, and everything in between.

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Compare event app platforms

See how Guidebook stacks up against other event app and registration platforms.

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Compare event app platforms

See how Guidebook stacks up against other event app and registration platforms.

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Event apps for nonprofit and community programs

Give members, volunteers, and donors one branded app for conferences, fundraisers, and year-round community.

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Event apps for nonprofit and community programs

Give members, volunteers, and donors one branded app for conferences, fundraisers, and year-round community.

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Campus integrations and an open API

Connect Guidebook with the campus systems, APIs, and tools your team already uses.

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Campus integrations and an open API

Connect Guidebook with the campus systems, APIs, and tools your team already uses.

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Event apps for corporate and enterprise teams

Internal meetings, offsites, and large-scale corporate events — with the branding and control enterprise teams need.

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Event apps for corporate and enterprise teams

Internal meetings, offsites, and large-scale corporate events — with the branding and control enterprise teams need.

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Create a branded event app with no coding

Put schedules, maps, resources, and updates in every attendee's pocket — built for campus events and programs.

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Create a branded event app with no coding

Put schedules, maps, resources, and updates in every attendee's pocket — built for campus events and programs.

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Launch a branded, white-label event app

A white-label event app with your branding, your content, and your attendee experience — no coding required.

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Launch a branded, white-label event app

A white-label event app with your branding, your content, and your attendee experience — no coding required.

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Everything in the Guidebook platform

Explore the features event teams use to engage attendees before, during, and after the event.

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Everything in the Guidebook platform

Explore the features event teams use to engage attendees before, during, and after the event.

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One app for in-person and virtual attendees

The same schedule, networking, and updates whether people are in the room or joining remotely.

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One app for in-person and virtual attendees

The same schedule, networking, and updates whether people are in the room or joining remotely.

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Event apps built for associations

Annual meetings, chapter events, and member engagement — without rebuilding a new app every year.

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Event apps built for associations

Annual meetings, chapter events, and member engagement — without rebuilding a new app every year.

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A branded event website that matches the app

Promote the event, collect interest, and keep branding consistent from the first click to check-in.

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A branded event website that matches the app

Promote the event, collect interest, and keep branding consistent from the first click to check-in.

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Plan, run, and measure events on one platform

App, registration, badges, and websites in one workflow — so planning isn't a pile of disconnected tools.

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Plan, run, and measure events on one platform

App, registration, badges, and websites in one workflow — so planning isn't a pile of disconnected tools.

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Keep members engaged between events

One branded app for the conference and everything that happens the other 51 weeks of the year.

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Keep members engaged between events

One branded app for the conference and everything that happens the other 51 weeks of the year.

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The conference app attendees actually use

Schedules, maps, networking, and live updates for annual meetings, summits, and multi-day conferences.

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The conference app attendees actually use

Schedules, maps, networking, and live updates for annual meetings, summits, and multi-day conferences.

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Registration that feeds your app and badges

Collect registrations, payments, and attendee data in the same platform as your event app.

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Registration that feeds your app and badges

Collect registrations, payments, and attendee data in the same platform as your event app.

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Design and print event badges in one place

Custom badges, QR check-in, and on-site printing — without a separate badge vendor.

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Design and print event badges in one place

Custom badges, QR check-in, and on-site printing — without a separate badge vendor.

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A Smaller School?

Deliver a polished, branded event experience without a large team or a big budget.

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A Smaller School?

Deliver a polished, branded event experience without a large team or a big budget.

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Running Family Programs?

Give families everything they need, from schedules and maps to real-time updates, all in one place.

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Running Family Programs?

Give families everything they need, from schedules and maps to real-time updates, all in one place.

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Coordinating Move-In Day?

Share updates, manage events, and keep students informed from move-in through the academic year.

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Coordinating Move-In Day?

Share updates, manage events, and keep students informed from move-in through the academic year.

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Offering Campus Tours?

Deliver branded, self-guided tour experiences with interactive maps and rich media, available 24/7.

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Offering Campus Tours?

Deliver branded, self-guided tour experiences with interactive maps and rich media, available 24/7.

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Organising a Career Fair?

Simplify logistics for students, employers, and Career Services staff with one easy-to-use app.

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Organising a Career Fair?

Simplify logistics for students, employers, and Career Services staff with one easy-to-use app.

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Managing Alumni Events?

Plan reunions, regional events, and fundraising campaigns with an app built for alumni engagement.

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Managing Alumni Events?

Plan reunions, regional events, and fundraising campaigns with an app built for alumni engagement.

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Boost Student Engagement

One hub for schedules, resources, and events that keeps students connected throughout the academic year.

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Boost Student Engagement

One hub for schedules, resources, and events that keeps students connected throughout the academic year.

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Planning Orientation?

Help new students feel prepared from day one with schedules, campus resources, and real-time updates in one app.

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Planning Orientation?

Help new students feel prepared from day one with schedules, campus resources, and real-time updates in one app.

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Running Admissions Events?

Manage open houses, tours, and yield events with a branded app that saves time and engages prospective students.

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Running Admissions Events?

Manage open houses, tours, and yield events with a branded app that saves time and engages prospective students.

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Get a custom Sponsorship Package Template

Stop starting from scratch. Grab free templates that helWe'll build a tailored sponsorship package with suggested pricing, tiers, and benefits..for your specific event.p you build professional sponsorship packages and close deals faster.

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Get a custom Sponsorship Package Template

Stop starting from scratch. Grab free templates that helWe'll build a tailored sponsorship package with suggested pricing, tiers, and benefits..for your specific event.p you build professional sponsorship packages and close deals faster.

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Plan Your Next Event Without Missing a Beat.

From venue selection to post-event wrap-up, this free checklist walks you through every step (so nothing falls through the cracks).

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Plan Your Next Event Without Missing a Beat.

From venue selection to post-event wrap-up, this free checklist walks you through every step (so nothing falls through the cracks).

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Real Results From Real Events

100,000+ organizations trust Guidebook. See exactly how universities, associations, enterprises, and more put it to work.

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Real Results From Real Events

100,000+ organizations trust Guidebook. See exactly how universities, associations, enterprises, and more put it to work.

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Flexible pricing for every event size

Find the perfect plan for your needs, from intimate gatherings to large-scale conferences.

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Flexible pricing for every event size

Find the perfect plan for your needs, from intimate gatherings to large-scale conferences.

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Join our event experts

Watch on-demand webinars and join live sessions with industry leaders sharing best practices for event success.

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Join our event experts

Watch on-demand webinars and join live sessions with industry leaders sharing best practices for event success.

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Guidebook in Action

Book a personalized walkthrough and discover how we help event teams create better attendee experiences.

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Guidebook in Action

Book a personalized walkthrough and discover how we help event teams create better attendee experiences.

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Tips for Keeping Your Audience Engaged During Virtual Events 

5 min read
Posted:
April 1, 2020
Updated:
May 27, 2026
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Tips for Keeping Your Audience Engaged During Virtual Events 

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April 1, 2020
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Anybody who has presented in front of a live audience knows it can be tough getting attendees to stay engaged throughout a session or presentation. When moving live events and conferences to online platforms, the competition for your audiences’ attention just got more stiff. Even with your stellar content; distractions like email, social media, and unfinished projects are just a tab over. Though this is true, virtual events also provide an opportunity to engage and connect with your audience in ways that may not be possible with live events. Here are five ways to keep your audience engaged at your next virtual event.

Tips for engagement

Create content with engagement in mind. Attendees can only give their full attention to a screen for so long. Unlike with live events, you won’t be able to gauge your audience’s attention during the event. Work in breaks for your audience to take notes or get involved with questions, polling, or voting to keep engagement high. Put a face to the voice. There’s something more humanizing about being able to see who is presenting. When possible, use video to improve the event experience. Viewers will be able to connect and understand your content. No video? It’s helpful to start your event with introductions paired with photos. Choose a passionate presenter. Let’s be real, nobody wants to spend their time listening to a speaker who isn’t passionate about what they’re sharing! To keep your audience’s attention, make sure your speakers are prepared, knowledgeable, and excited. Ensure your technology is up to the event. If you’re new to virtual meetings, take time to find the right platform for you and your organization. There are many options, both paid and free, out there - do your research to ensure you’re getting all of the features you’re looking for. Use interactive features. Live polls, chat, and Q&A during a virtual event help to break down the barriers between audience and host. Adding these engaging elements to your event help to keep your audience paying attention and also enable you to gather valuable feedback. You may want to enlist the help of supplementary tech, like a mobile app, to boost interaction. Bonus: Engage and prep attendees before the event. As we all adjust to life online, so it’s worth the effort to prepare your audience for the event. Communicate both the event logistics and the value of your event to ensure maximum attendance. Looking to transition your live event into a virtual event? Check out our other resources on virtual events: Virtual Events Will Be Key in 2020 - Here’s How to Transition Yours How to Transition Your Association Flagship Event App into a Year-Round Association App Guidebook - More Than Event Apps

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