Host virtual & hybrid events with online ticketing, abstract submissions, virtual meetings, pre-recorded videos, and event scheduling.
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Interactive Virtual Meetings with 99.99% Uptime SLA
- Upto 500 interactive participants can join a live meeting through any modern web browser and interact via audio, video and screen-sharing
- Enable recording of each live meeting to monetize & sell access to these video recordings as on-demand sessions
- Control who can join the meeting; Manage seating capacity and a waiting list for each session
- Enable a post-event survey to collect feedback on the presenters, content, and audience satisfaction
- Create registration forms & Monetize your meetings – charge a registration fee and collect payments via PayPal, Stripe, and other payment gateways
- Host upto 50 concurrent live meetings
- Additional interaction channels in a live meeting including Live Polling, Group Chat, & Q&A
Collect abstracts & talks, assign reviewers, decide on acceptance or rejection and notify authors.
- Self-service dashboard for speakers to submit abstracts, posters & talks and upload pre-recorded videos and slides
- Fully customizable abstract submission, review submission & author/reviewer registration forms
- Accept/reject submissions and let the system notify authors automatically
- Auto-populate accepted abstracts to the respective sessions in event schedule
- Export submissions into CSV & PDF formats
- Filter submissions & reviews by custom fields
- Conference proceedings – Publish abstract book in PDF & MS-Word
Enterprise-grade, high-definition livestream & pre-recorded sessions
- List your virtual sessions in an interactive event schedule with filters to search for these sessions
- Create speakers’ bio and add them to their respective sessions
- Set date, time & attendee capacity for each session
- Livestream your session on your website (Dryfta uses Vimeo Enterprise for livestream)
- After the live sessions conclude, Dryfta automatically creates an on-demand library with your session recordings
- Monetize your event further by selling access to recordings of your sessions
Easy & simple event scheduling with real-time conflict checks
- Build an interactive event schedule with sessions’ information, filters to search for upcoming sessions, automated feedback collection, attendance tracking, and a personalized schedule
- Conflict management system to ensure there are no conflicts between speakers or time slots
- Monetize your pre-recorded talks; Let attendees purchase tickets online and watch the pre-recorded videos & live streams from across the globe
- Create breakout sessions for participants with group chat & video calls
- Join anywhere, on any device; Enable waiting room to control who can access the virtual meeting
- Engage participants and speakers with built-in collaboration tools for screen sharing
- Increase audience engagement within each session with real-time chats, questions/answers, and live polling
Monetize your virtual events. Sell tickets to online live meetings & pre-recorded videos.
- Create & sell tickets for webinars, virtual meetings, and on-demand videos
- Accept payments via Stripe, PayPal, Square, Authorize.net, and other popular payment gateways
- Control who can purchase the tickets and who can view the virtual meetings & on-demand videos
- Live stream your webinars for those who paid for it
- Set attendee capacity on how many people can buy the ticket and attend the virtual meetings & live-streaming sessions
Promote engagement among participants during virtual meetings.
- Participants can join live Q&A and ask questions via audio or submit questions to speakers for answering during the session or post-session
- Speakers can create polls during a live session and encourage attendees to participate
- Build attendees’ interests with real-time chat, photos/files sharing & upvoting
- Participants can view & download slides uploaded by speakers; available on both website & app
- Assign moderators in each session to moderate live chat, polls and Q&A
Attendee interaction tools to let participants make the most of their time.
- Participants can send connection requests, collect vCards and engage in private chats
- AI-assisted, intelligent matchmaking tool finds and recommends participants with similar interests
- Attendees can create their availability slots so fellow attendees can request a meeting with them
- Participants can start a 1-to-1 video meeting with their connections
- Instant private messaging – Start an instant chat with a connected participant during and after event
- Group chat & video calls; let participants create rooms with up to 35 participants and engage in group chats & video calls
- Launch a full-featured community discussions forum with separate rooms for different themes and topics; Participants can post comments, upload photos & files and upvote comments
Maximize sponsor ROI with sponsor engagement platform
- Dedicated lounge for sponsors to showcase their product, including key contacts, product information, videos, downloadable files and links to their social networks
- Let attendees connect with the sponsor’s key contacts via one-click, instant private messages & 1-to-1 video calls
- Downloadable product resources eg. catalogues, pdfs and videos
- Sponsors generate leads by letting attendees collect their vCards
- Sponsored sessions to let sponsors present their product and generate a list of participants who attended and asked questions
Market your virtual event with automated email campaigns, push notifications & text messages
- Send targeted email campaigns and access reports on recipients who opened/clicked
- Automated meeting reminders sent to participants at regular intervals
- Notify participants of any changes to the session with a quick notification
- Send instant text messages on participants’ registered phone numbers
- Notify speakers of their upcoming sessions via text messages
Create and send participation certificates to speakers & attendees
- Design & customize personalized participation certificates for your conference attendees and speakers.
- Upload conference logo, add certificate content, add authority details and signature, choose a usertype and print certificates for all users at once.
- Send dynamically-generated personalized certificates to attendees at once using our email broadcast tool
- Option for attendees & presenters to download their participation certificates from their Dryfta dashboard
Dedicated support team with free training sessions & Day-of-Event support
- 24/7 support desk to address your concerns/issues & answer your questions
- Dedicated hands-on tech support on the day of the event with round-the-clock monitoring
- Up to 4 hours of free training sessions for speakers and staff
- Premium support add-ons: including instant chat and a dedicated phone line
- Full-service virtual event setup including video production, video recording for on-demand usage, livestream setup & speaker management
Case Study Highlight: International Association of Applied Linguistics
AILA 2021, the World Congress of Applied Linguistics, hosted over 2,400 participants and delivered a dynamic virtual experience using Dryfta’s virtual meeting platform. With 1,700+ abstract submissions, 1,400 pre-recorded videos, and 270+ virtual sessions, Dryfta facilitated seamless interactions through embedded Zoom meetings, live streaming, and personalized agenda tools. The event saw 25,000+ private messages and session chats, enhancing attendee engagement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about virtual event platform
What is a virtual event platform?
A virtual event platform is an online tool that allows event organizers to host events entirely online. These platforms offer features like live streaming, webinars, networking tools, chat functions, and interactive options such as Q&A sessions and polling. A good virtual event platform, like Dryfta, also supports registration, ticketing, and post-event analytics, making it easier to manage the entire event process from start to finish. Virtual event platforms are ideal for conferences, webinars, workshops, and other events that want to engage attendees remotely.
What is the best platform for online events?
The best platform for online events depends on the type and size of your event. Zoom and Microsoft Teams are great for smaller, straightforward meetings or webinars. For larger, more complex virtual conferences, platforms like Dryfta, Hopin, and Cvent are better suited. Dryfta, for example, offers powerful features for event registration, interactive sessions, and networking tools like private messaging and community forums, making it ideal for professional and academic events.
How do I create a virtual event?
Creating a virtual event starts with choosing the right platform. Tools like Dryfta or Hopin make it easy to set up a virtual event by handling registration, ticketing, and content streaming. First, decide on the event structure, including sessions, keynotes, or workshops. Then, set up your event on the platform by inputting schedules, speakers, and networking opportunities. Promote the event via email marketing or social media, and ensure you have interactive elements like live Q&As or polls to engage your audience. Once the event begins, monitor attendee participation and use real-time analytics to improve as the event progresses.
How do I choose a virtual event platform?
Choosing the right virtual event platform depends on your event’s needs. Consider factors like the size of your audience, the level of interactivity you want to provide, and your budget. Look for features such as live streaming, interactive sessions, networking tools, and post-event analytics. For example, Dryfta is excellent for large virtual conferences with its support for abstract management, registration, and real-time attendee engagement.
How to make virtual meetings more interactive?
To make virtual meetings more interactive, use features like live polling, Q&A sessions, and breakout rooms for small group discussions. You can also use chat functions to engage attendees during presentations and encourage networking through private messaging or community forums. Platforms like Dryfta offer these tools, allowing you to create a more engaging and participatory environment. Additionally, incorporating gamification elements, such as quizzes or points for participation, can help boost interaction.
How do virtual events work?
Virtual events work by using an online platform to host and manage all event activities remotely. Attendees register online, receive a link to join the event, and participate in sessions, workshops, or keynotes from their devices. The event platform, like Dryfta, provides tools for live streaming, Q&A, and networking, simulating the experience of an in-person event. Organizers can also track attendance, send real-time notifications, and gather post-event feedback.