How It Works

Stop the endless back-and-forth. Get everyone on the same page in 4 simple steps.

Find a Date

Propose multiple dates and let your group vote on what works best.

Collect RSVPs

Have a fixed date? Just gather responses—who's in, who's out.

Step 1

Create Your Event

Give your event a name. Then choose your mode: propose multiple dates for voting, or set a single fixed date for RSVPs. No accounts, no downloads.

Voting: "Team Lunch" with Feb 5, 8, or 12
RSVP: "Sarah's Birthday" on Feb 14

Step 2

Share with Your Group

Get a unique link or QR code. Share it via text, email, Slack—however you normally reach your people. No app needed for guests.

theherder.app/event/ABC123

Step 3

Collect Responses

Guests respond with simple Yes / Maybe / No buttons. Track progress in real-time on your dashboard.

Finding a Date?

See which date is winning as votes come in

Fixed Date RSVP?

Track who's coming, who's maybe, who needs a nudge

Step 4

Finalize & Celebrate

Lock in the date and share the news. Everyone sees the final decision—no more confusion about when or where.

✓ Event confirmed for February 8, 2026

Why The Herder?

Lightning Fast

No sign-ups, no installations. From idea to shared link in under 60 seconds.

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Dead Simple

Your grandma could use it. So could your CEO. No learning curve.

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Privacy First

No personal data required. Share via unique codes, not contact lists.

Powerful Features

Beyond simple scheduling, The Herder gives you the tools to run your event your way.

Venue Selection

Set a venue upfront, leave it TBD, or let your group vote on where to meet. Includes map preview and address details.

Set LocationProposalsTo Be Decided

Guest Gating

Keep your event private with an optional PIN. Only invited guests who know the code can respond—perfect for surprises!

PIN ProtectedInvite Only

Full Control

Hosts can edit event details, update times, and adjust date options even after the event is live. Guests can update their votes.

Edit AnytimeChange Votes

Host PIN Recovery

Lost your session? No problem. Enter your 4-digit host PIN from any device to regain full host access to your event.

Cross-DeviceRemember PIN
Create Your Event

Free forever. No credit card. No email required.