Accepting an event

Overview

Accepting an event invitation on The Secret Society is not a casual click — it is a commitment. Before you accept, you are expected to have reviewed all the details of the event and confirmed to yourself that you can meet every requirement. This article explains what to check before accepting, why each element matters, and what happens once you do accept.

Accepting Is a Commitment, Not Just an Expression of Interest

There is an important distinction between showing interest in an event and accepting an invitation. Showing interest is exploratory — it signals that you are curious and would like to attend. Accepting an invitation, on the other hand, is a formal commitment to follow through.

When you accept, you are agreeing to:

• Attend the event at the specified time
• Confirm your attendance within the confirmation window
• Check in properly at the venue
• Complete all required deliverables within 24 hours of attending

Failing to follow through on any of these responsibilities has consequences for your account. This is why reviewing every detail before accepting is not optional — it is essential.

What to Review Before Accepting

1. Event Timing and Your Availability

The first and most obvious check is whether you are actually available for the event. This means more than just having a free evening — it means:

• You can arrive on time or slightly early
• You have no other commitments that could cause you to leave early or rush
• You have the energy and focus to attend properly and create content if required
• You can confirm your attendance when the confirmation window opens (typically around 24 hours before the event)

If you have any doubts about your availability, do not accept. It is better to pass on an event than to accept and fail to follow through.

2. Deliverables

Deliverables are the actions you are required to complete after attending the event. These may include:

• Posting content on social media
• Tagging the venue or The Secret Society in specific ways
• Submitting reviews or written content
• Providing photo or video content

Deliverables are mandatory. Accepting the event means agreeing to complete them within 24 hours of attending. Before you accept, ask yourself:

• Do I understand exactly what is required?
• Am I able to create this type of content?
• Do I have the time to complete and submit everything within 24 hours?
• Are there specific technical or creative requirements I need to prepare for?

If the deliverables feel overwhelming or unclear, reach out to support before accepting rather than accepting and hoping for the best.

3. Guest Requirements

Some events have specific rules about additional guests. These rules fall into three categories:

Guest required — You must bring an additional guest to this event. If you cannot bring a guest, you should not accept.

Guest optional — You may bring a guest if you choose, but it is not mandatory.

No guest allowed — This is a solo event and no additional guests are permitted.

Understanding which category applies is critical before you accept. If an event requires a guest and you arrive without one, it can affect your check-in and participation. If no guest is allowed and you try to bring someone, you may be turned away.

Additionally, if an event has deliverables for an additional guest, remember that you are responsible for ensuring those deliverables are completed — even if the guest is the one creating the content. More on this in the deliverables section.

4. Dress Code and Event Rules

Events often have specific dress codes or conduct requirements. These are listed in the event details and are enforced at the venue. Before accepting:

• Read the dress code carefully
• Make sure you have appropriate attire
• Review any conduct rules that apply

Arriving at an event in the wrong attire can result in being turned away. This is not a situation the platform can resolve on your behalf.

5. Confirmation Window Commitment

After accepting, your booking enters a "To Confirm" state. You must then confirm your attendance within a specific window — typically 24 hours before the event. If you miss this window, your booking is released and your spot is lost.

Before accepting, ask yourself whether you will be available and attentive enough to complete this confirmation step. If you are going to be traveling, out of signal range, or otherwise unable to access the app during the confirmation window, you should not accept the event.

What Happens After You Accept

Once you tap accept, your booking does not immediately become confirmed. Instead, it enters a pending state and moves into the "To Confirm" section of your app. This is a holding stage that requires a further action from you.

At this point:

• Your spot is provisionally reserved but not guaranteed
• You must complete the confirmation step when the window opens
• Failing to confirm will result in your booking being released

Acceptance is the first step. Confirmation is what actually secures your spot.

Why the Two-Step Process Exists

The platform uses a two-step system — accepting, then confirming — for a very specific reason: reliability. Many users may accept events without a full intention to attend. If a single acceptance was enough to secure a spot, events could be filled with users who never show up, leaving venues disappointed and other users unable to attend.

The confirmation step, which opens closer to the event, acts as a final commitment check. By requiring you to actively confirm again when the event is imminent, the system filters for users who are genuinely committed and actively preparing to attend.

This protects the quality of events, the experience for venues, and the fairness of the system for all participants.

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Accepting

Accepting without reading deliverables — This leads to confusion after the event and increases the risk of rejection or penalties.

Accepting when availability is uncertain — If you are not sure you can attend, wait. Events you are confident about are better opportunities than events you might miss.

Forgetting about the confirmation window — Accept the event and immediately note when the confirmation window will open so you do not miss it.

Assuming a guest is optional — Always confirm whether a guest is required, optional, or not allowed. Do not assume.

Accepting events that do not match your profile — If the event requires a style of content you are not comfortable producing, it is better to decline than to attend and fail to deliver.

Summary

Accepting an event on The Secret Society is a formal commitment to attend, confirm, check in, and complete all deliverables. Before accepting, you must review the event timing, deliverables, guest requirements, dress code, and your ability to complete the confirmation step. Once accepted, your booking enters a pending state in the "To Confirm" section, where a second action is required. The platform uses this two-step process to ensure only genuinely committed users hold spots. Treat every acceptance seriously and only commit to events you are fully prepared to follow through on.

Updated on: 01/05/2026