What happens when I update an event that has already been shared?

Normal events

Normal events are single, standalone events shared through Add to Calendar buttons, links, or automated events.

• Behavior of Updates: When you update a normal event that has already been added to a user’s calendar, the update will not appear on the calendars of users who added the event before the update.
• For Future Users: Users who add the event to their calendar after the update is made will see the updated version.
• Typical Use Case: Normal events are created in the AddEvent Dashboard and do not have RSVP enabled.

RSVP-enabled events

RSVP-enabled events allow you to collect attendee information and manage event participation.

• Behavior of Updates: Similar to normal events, updates to RSVP-enabled events will not appear on calendars of users who added the event before the update.
• For Future Users: Users who add the event to their calendar after the update will see the updated version.
• Notifying Attendees of Changes: If you need to notify attendees about updates:
  1. Use AddEvent’s email tool, found in the event's RSVP and Settings section on the event page.
  2. Alternatively, use your preferred email vendor to send notifications.

Events Shared via Subscription Calendars

Subscription calendars allow you to share multiple events as part of one dynamic calendar that users can subscribe to.

• Behavior of Updates: When a user subscribes to a calendar, a dynamic connection is established between their personal calendar and the AddEvent subscription calendar.
• Automatic Updates: Any changes—such as added, deleted, or modified events—will automatically sync to subscribers' personal calendars.
• Update Timing: Changes may take a short time to reflect, depending on calendar client refresh rates. Learn more about update timing here.
• Advantage: This feature ensures that subscribers always have the most up-to-date information for all events in the calendar.