How to Create a Wedding Website: The Complete Guide
Category: Planning · Reading time: ~8 min
Are you still sending info to your guests by text?
There is a better way. Three weeks out, your phone turns into a hotline: “What’s the address again?” “Can we bring the kids?” Multiplied by 80 guests.
The short answer: a wedding website centralises all practical details on a single page, and can be built for free in under an hour on Canva, Notion, or Lovable. Launch it with your save-the-dates (12-18 months prior) or your formal invitation (4-6 months prior). And if you have neither the time nor the inclination, it can be delegated.
Why a wedding website is your best logistical decision
Information goes out to the guests, instead of guests coming to you.
- All information in one place
- A clean online RSVP — no more Excel spreadsheets
- Real-time updates
- A digital keepsake of your day
Underestimated benefit: it lightens your mental load.
What your wedding website should include
- Venue(s) and exact addresses — with Google Maps links
- Timeline of the day with schedules
- Recommended accommodations with price ranges
- Transport and parking
- RSVP form — attendance, +1, children, dietary requirements
- Wedding registry or honeymoon fund
- Dress code
The game-changing bonus: the “Our Story” page
How you met. The proposal. Three paragraphs, a few photos. This detail transforms a logistical page into something truly touching.
Canva, Notion, or Lovable: which platform should you choose?
| Criterion | Canva | Notion | Lovable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy | Design first | Organisation first | AI-powered custom build |
| Time | 30-60 min | 30-45 min | 15-45 min |
| Look & feel | Very polished | Sleek, minimalist | Fully customised |
| Built-in RSVP | No (external link) | No (needs embedding) | Yes, natively |
| Password | Yes (free) | Not native | Yes (upon request) |
Canva — instantly beautiful
Dozens of free templates, customisable with drag-and-drop. Instant results, password protection included. Weak point: external RSVP required (Google Forms or Tally).
Notion — minimalist efficiency
A published Notion page makes an excellent, understated wedding site. Editable in two seconds. Pro tip: an unlisted URL shared only with guests.
Lovable — a truly unique website
AI builds a genuine website based on your description. Natively integrated RSVP, any feature possible. Free tier limited in daily edits.
Option 4: delegate
Mariable builds your wedding website for you: you provide the details and photos, we handle the design, RSVP, and updates.
Discover the offer on mariable.fr
Our tips for a successful wedding website
- Enable password protection and include it on the invitation
- Share the link as early as the invitation (spelled out or via QR code)
- Update it as you go
- Choose a simple URL: marie-and-thomas-2027
When should you create your wedding website?
- With your save-the-dates (12-18 months) if you have guests travelling from afar
- With your formal invitation (4-6 months): the efficient minimum
A three-section website that is live is worth far more than a perfect website that doesn't exist.
What Mariable recommends
A wedding website isn't just a decorative gadget; it's your best tool against mental load. For 80% of couples: Canva, without hesitation. Otherwise, Notion or Lovable. And if none of those appeal to you: delegate.
FAQ
How do I create a free wedding website?
Canva, Notion, or Lovable. 30 to 60 minutes to create, no technical skills required.
What should you put on a wedding website?
Addresses with Google Maps, schedule timeline, accommodations, transport, RSVP, registry, dress code. Bonus: “Our Story” page.
How do you manage online RSVPs?
A free form (Google Forms or Tally) embedded or linked, covering attendance, plus-ones, children, and dietary restrictions.
Should you protect your website with a password?
Yes: your date and venue address do not belong indexed on Google. Canva offers this for free.
When should you send the link to guests?
With save-the-dates (12-18 months) or formal invitations (4-6 months).
How much does a wedding website cost?
Zero euros in most cases. Optional custom domain name: €10-15/year.
Final word
A wedding website isn't just another box to check. It's the box that clears twenty others. One hour of setup, dozens of hours of peace of mind.