API Data Transfer for On-Site Registration
First Up - What is an API Data Transfer?
In the ideal world, every data management system would easily connect with any other event management software. But in reality, that just isn’t the case. Each one has been designed and programmed in different ways to achieve different things.
API stands for Application Programming Interface. In simple terms, an API data transfer is a connector between two systems that work in slightly different ways. It is a software go-between that allows two applications to talk to and understand each other.
API Data Transfer for Event Registration
Whilst you can just send us a spreadsheet of your event data, an API data transfer offers a number of advantages.
We can connect our onsite badge printing solution with your event registration system via an API. This direct link enables a seamless data transfer in the background that is always up to date. If any bookings are added or amended then they will automatically update with us just a few seconds later, so you can keep registration open throughout your event.
Someone could register online from the lobby, walk inside, scan themselves at a kiosk and print their badge.
Say Goodbye to Excel Exports & Imports!
Whilst we still work with plenty of event organisers who use excel, many people prefer a direct API feed for their event data.
By using an API data transfer, not only is the data transfer fast, it is also much more secure. You don’t need to download reports and email them. A secure encryption key keeps your event data safe and you can turn off the feed whenever you want to.
Of course, you may require a blend of the two - an API data transfer for your core event registration data, and then separate excel sheets with things like exhibitor or speaker names.
Other uses for an API data transfer
There are lots of other uses for APIs at events. You might want to connect your event registration data to a CRM, or perhaps you are using an event app. For hybrid or virtual events, an API can be helpful when passing registration data through to the online provider. If you are using an event matchmaking or exhibitor lead scanning solution separate to your onsite badge printing partner, then an event registration API will make sure everything is in sync.
A Growing List of Event Tech API’s
We already have APIs in place with several systems including Eventbrite, Grip, Zoom, Eventsforce, TiTo etc but we are growing this list all the time. If you use an event management system, event registration platform and want to connect directly with our on-site badge printing and exhibitor lead scanning solutions then get in touch and we’ll investigate setting up an API data transfer with no obligation for you.
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