A wedding website is the one page every guest will open. It answers where, when and what to wear, so you do not have to. The right builder depends on where you live, what else you want to plan, and how much you want to pay.
We make one of the tools in this list, so we say so first. We describe each tool by what it is known for, not by a score. Plans and prices change, so check each plan page before you commit.
What to compare before you choose
| Check | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Ads on your page | Guests see them, not you |
| RSVP on the site | Responses land in one list, not in a chat |
| Guest account needed | Every extra step costs you replies |
| Currency and dates | UK couples need pounds and day-month-year |
| Custom domain and clean link | A short link prints well on a card |
| Privacy or password option | Your photos and venue are not for everyone |
| Photo and gallery limits | Free plans often cap uploads |
| Connection to your other planning | One guest list beats three copies |
The main wedding website builders
Zola
Zola is a US platform known for its registry. Its website and planning tools are free, and it earns money through registry purchases. It suits couples who want a registry and a website under one roof. See our ForeverAfter vs Zola comparison.
WithJoy
WithJoy is a US platform with a free wedding website, RSVP collection and a registry. It is known for well-designed templates. Its budget and planning tools are lighter. See ForeverAfter vs WithJoy.
The Knot
The Knot bundles a website, a registry and a large US vendor directory. It suits couples who want the vendor marketplace in the same place. Read ForeverAfter vs The Knot.
Bridebook
Bridebook is a UK platform with a venue and supplier directory and a free wedding website. It suits UK couples who still need to find suppliers. See ForeverAfter vs Bridebook.
Wedsites
Wedsites is a website builder first, with RSVP and guest tools added. It suits couples who care most about the look of the site. Read ForeverAfter vs Wedsites.
ForeverAfter
ForeverAfter puts the website in the same account as your budget, guest list, RSVPs, seating plan and day-of itinerary. Guests open a link, with no account and no app. It has no vendor ads on the page. It does not have a vendor directory or a built-in registry, so you add links to the registries you already use. Read about the ForeverAfter wedding website.
Which wedding website suits you?
| If you want | Look at |
|---|---|
| A registry on the same site | Zola, The Knot |
| A UK venue and supplier search | Bridebook |
| The most design choice | Wedsites, WithJoy |
| Website, RSVPs, budget and seating in one account | ForeverAfter |
Traps in free wedding website plans
- Ads and upsells. Your guests may see offers for products you did not choose.
- A locked RSVP. The page is free, but the response list costs extra.
- A clumsy address. A long link with a random string is hard to print.
- Guest sign-up. Guests must create an account to reply. Many do not.
- Export limits. Check that you can download your guest list. It is your data.
What to put on your site, whichever you choose
- Date, venue and the start time
- How to get there, and where to park
- Where to stay, with a booking link or a code
- Dress code
- RSVP link and the reply deadline
- A short FAQ on children, plus-ones and food
- Registry links, if you have them
Our guide on how to create a wedding website goes through each step.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best wedding website?
There is no single best wedding website. The best one for you is the one that fits your country, your guest list and the tools you want in the same place. UK couples often want pounds and UK suppliers. US couples often want a registry. Couples who want RSVPs, a budget and a seating plan in one account should look at an all-in-one planner.
Is a free wedding website really free?
Often the basics are free and extras are not. Check for ads on your page, a custom domain, RSVP tools, photo galleries, guest limits and password protection. Read the plan page before you share the link with guests.
Which wedding website is best for UK couples?
Choose a builder that works in pounds, uses UK date formats and does not push a US registry. Bridebook and ForeverAfter are made for UK couples. Zola, The Knot and WithJoy are US-first, but guests anywhere can use their pages.
Can I change my wedding website later?
Yes. Every builder we list lets you edit the site after you share the link. Launch early with the date and venue, then add the schedule, the hotel and the registry as they are confirmed.
Do my guests need an account to see my wedding website?
They should not. Choose a builder where guests open a link and see the page. Some builders ask guests to create an account to RSVP. Check this before you commit, because older guests will give up.
Should my wedding website have its own domain?
A custom domain looks neat on a card, but it is not required. A short, clean link works just as well, and a QR code on the invitation takes guests straight to it. If you buy a domain, buy it for one to two years, and check how renewal works.
Build your site with ForeverAfter
See the wedding website builder and decide for yourself. Related guides: The Best Wedding Planning Apps, Free Wedding Planning Software, How to Collect Wedding RSVPs Online.