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Cut the Confusion: Why One Badge Doesn't Fit All

Badges are your event's first line of communication. In fact, most people decide whether to engage with someone within seven seconds of meeting them, and a clear, distinct badge is often the deciding factor. If your VIPs are wearing the same generic tag as a day-pass visitor, you're missing a huge opportunity to facilitate the right connections.

The good news? You don't have to stick to a single layout. In Eventleaf, you can assign completely different badge designs to different groups—giving your speakers the recognition they deserve and your security team the visual cues they need.

Here is how to set that up without sweating.

    How to Create Custom Name Badges by Attendee Type

    1. Log in to your Eventleaf account and click on the event where you need to create custom badges based on the attendee type. Log in
    2. Head over to the Registration tab and look for Registration Steps. This is where your different attendee groups live. Click on the specific group you want to style first (for example, "VIP" or "Speaker"). Registration
    3. Scroll down until you see the Badge Printing section. You will see a checkbox labeled Use Custom Badge Design. Go ahead and check that. Badge Printing
    4. Click the Customize Badge button. This opens up the design tool. Customize Badge
    5. You will see on the top the name of the registration type along with different options to customize the badge. You should be able to add different variables based on the attendee information, such as:

      • upload images/logs,
      • draw a rectangular shape,
      • add a QR code, and
      • adjust the size of the badge.

      Once you are ready, hit Save.

      customize the badge
    6. If you want to create a simpler badge with a logo and essential information about the attendee, you can use the Fixed option as well by clicking on 'Fixed'. Fixed option
    7. Under 'Fixed' you can add information for the attendee.
    8. Once your badge is ready, you can move to the other registration types and customize the badge for that as well.

Practical Use Cases

Not sure why you'd need different designs? Here are a few scenarios where this feature is a lifesaver:

  • Special VIP Badges: Give your VIPs a badge with a black background and gold text. It looks premium and alerts staff immediately that this person has access to the executive lounge.
  • Speaker Visibility: Speakers are often swarmed after a session. Add a large, bold "SPEAKER" header or a distinct color bar to their badges so attendees can spot them in a crowded hall.
  • Sponsor Recognition: If someone bought a "Sponsored Ticket," you can automatically include the sponsor's logo on their badge, giving your partners extra walking advertising.

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