WhatsApp is updating its Events feature with shareable invite links and an Events hub designed for planning get-togethers. Hosts can create an event and share a link with friends or family members, who can view event details and RSVP without needing a WhatsApp account or installing the app.
The rollout is framed by multiple outlets as a move to broaden who can be invited, including people not currently on WhatsApp. Engadget describes the change as a competitive response to event-planning services such as Partiful. Times of India adds more detail about what the Events Home includes, including plus-ones and RSVP tracking, along with custom reminders.
Overall, the sources largely agree on the core capability: event invites are shareable via link, and recipients can participate without WhatsApp. The main differences are the emphasis on the holiday timing, the competitive framing, and the specific feature list presented for the new hub.
