How Hooray text messaging works
Couples use Hooray to send their own wedding guests updates and answer questions by text. Here's who sends what — and exactly how guests opt in and out.
The messaging program
Who sends
Hooray sends on behalf of the host couple, from one Hooray-owned U.S. number. Every message identifies the couple, e.g. “Alex & Jamie: …”.
Who receives
Only wedding guests whose host added them and who gave express consent (below). No one is ever messaged without opting in first.
Why
Wedding logistics and schedule details, RSVP and event reminders, and answers to questions a guest texts in. This is not marketing.
How guests opt in
There are two opt-in paths. Both require the guest's active, express consent — nothing is pre-checked, and opting in is never a condition of attending the wedding.
1. On the couple's guest form
When a couple shares their Hooray guest link, the guest enters their own name and mobile number and must check the same box you see below — unchecked by default — to opt in. You can try it right here:
2. By replying to a one-time invitation
A guest can also opt in by replying YES to a single one-time invitation text, which names the program and includes STOP and HELP instructions.
What to expect
- Message frequency varies by wedding — typically a handful of messages around the event.
- Message and data rates may apply.
- Reply STOP at any time to opt out; reply HELP for help.
- Your mobile number and opt-in are never sold, and never shared with third parties for their own marketing.
Your consent, your control
The full details are in our Privacy Policy and Terms.