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How Sticky Tickets Supports Eco-friendly and Paperless Events

Use digital tickets, mobile scanning, and online reports to reduce paper use at your event.

Sticky Tickets is built around digital-first ticketing — which means most of what you need to run an eco-friendly, low-paper event is already built into the platform. Here's how to make the most of it.

Digital e-tickets — no printing required

Sticky Tickets automatically sends a digital e-ticket PDF to ticket purchasers by email after every purchase. Ticket purchasers can show the QR code directly from their phone at entry — no printing required.

In your event description or the Additional Information field, encourage attendees not to print their tickets:

"No need to print — simply show your e-ticket QR code from your phone at entry."

See: How to add a custom message to your confirmation emails and e-tickets.

Mobile check-in — scan tickets from any device

The Sticky Tickets Check-in App lets your staff scan QR codes directly from attendees' phones at the gate. No paper lists, no manual check-in sheets.

See: How to add and manage Check-in App operators.

Online reports — no printed reports needed

All your sales data, ticket lists, and attendee information is available online in real time and updates automatically with every purchase. Export to CSV when you need to share data — no printing required.

Access your reports from My Events → Reports in your organiser dashboard.

Digital confirmation emails — no paper invitations

Every ticket purchaser automatically receives a confirmation email with their receipt, e-ticket, and event details. There's no need to send separate paper invitations or physical tickets.

Additional eco-friendly tips for your event

Beyond the platform, a few practical steps that work well alongside digital ticketing:

  • Set up recycling stations at your venue — clearly marked bins for recycling and general waste.
  • Go date-free on reusable promotional materials — if you run the same event annually, avoid printing the year or date on banners and signage so they can be reused.
  • Use email for all communications — event updates, reminders, and post-event thank-yous can all be sent digitally.

Most common questions

Can ticket purchasers access their e-ticket without printing it?

  • Yes — ticket purchasers can access their e-ticket from the confirmation email or the My Tickets page on any device. The QR code can be scanned directly from a phone screen. See: Adding a ticket to Google or Apple Wallet for an even more convenient mobile option.

What if a ticket purchaser doesn't have a smartphone?

  • Ticket purchasers without smartphones can print their e-ticket at home. It's worth noting in your event details that both printed and digital e-tickets are accepted at entry.

Need more help?

If you have questions about running a paperless event, contact our support team.


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Making your event environmentally friendly is a commendable initiative. Here are some ways you can achieve this:

  1. Digital Tickets:

    • Encourage attendees not to print tickets. Mention in your event details that e-tickets can be scanned directly from their mobile devices at the entrance. Alternatively, attendees can show the ticket on their mobile devices for check-in.

  2. Paperless Reports:

    • Keep all your reports online. Utilise digital platforms for your reports, as they automatically update with each purchase. This not only saves paper but also streamlines your event management process.

  3. Electronic Invitations:

    • Send invitations electronically. Use email invitations instead of traditional paper invitations to reduce paper usage.

  4. Recycling Stations:

    • Set up recycling stations at your event. Provide marked bins for recycling, encouraging attendees to dispose of waste responsibly.

  5. Print Date-Free Promotional Material:

    • If your event is held annually, avoid printing the date on promotional materials. This way, any extra materials can be used again the following year, reducing unnecessary waste.

By implementing these eco-friendly practices, you contribute to reducing paper usage, promoting sustainability, and minimising the environmental impact of your event. If you have any specific questions or need assistance in implementing these ideas, feel free to ask. We're here to help you create an environmentally conscious and successful event!