Quick Start Guide
Get up and running with Kite in minutes. This guide walks you through the essential steps to launch your first event.
Prerequisites
Before you start, you'll need:
- An email address for registration
- Basic event details (name, dates, location)
Step 1: Create Your Account
- Go to the Kite registration page
- Enter your email address
- Create a secure password
- Click "Create Account"
- Check your email for verification
- Click the verification link
Tip: Use a professional email address that you check regularly.
Step 2: Complete Your Profile
After verifying your email:
- Log in to your account
- Click on your profile icon
- Fill in your details:
- First name and last name
- Company/organization
- Bio (optional)
- Profile picture (optional)
- Click "Save"
Step 3: Create Your Event
- From the dashboard, click "+ New Event"
- Fill in the basic information:
| Field | Example |
|---|---|
| Event Title | Tech Conference 2024 |
| Start Date | June 15, 2024 |
| End Date | June 17, 2024 |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
- Click "Create Event"
Step 4: Configure Your Event
Add Branding
- Go to Event Settings
- Upload your event logo
- Add social media links
- Save changes
Set Up Call for Papers
- Navigate to Call for Papers
- Click "Configure CFP"
- Set opening and closing dates
- Customize your submission form
- Publish your CFP
Create Ticket Types
- Go to Tickets
- Click "+ New Ticket"
- Configure pricing and availability
- Connect your Stripe account
- Publish tickets
Step 5: Invite Your Team
- Go to Team settings
- Click "+ Invite Member"
- Enter email addresses
- Assign roles:
- Organizer - Full access
- Evaluator - Review submissions only
- Send invitations
Step 6: Share Your Event
Once configured, share your event:
- CFP Link - Share with potential speakers
- Registration Link - Share with attendees
- Event Page - Public event information
What's Next?
Now that your event is set up, explore these features:
- Managing Submissions - Review speaker proposals
- Building Your Schedule - Create your program
- Email Campaigns - Communicate with participants
- Check-in Setup - Prepare for event day
Quick Reference
Dashboard Navigation
| Section | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Overview | Event summary and stats |
| Submissions | Speaker proposals |
| Schedule | Program builder |
| Attendees | Participant management |
| Tickets | Ticketing and payments |
| Communications | Email campaigns |
| Settings | Event configuration |
Keyboard Shortcuts
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
Ctrl + N |
New item |
Ctrl + S |
Save |
Ctrl + F |
Search |
Need Help?
- Check our FAQ for common questions
- Contact support for assistance
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