Verification: Getting Your Events Verified

"is my event being seen after i publish it?" this is one of our most common questions from new hosts here's what you need to know how verification works new communities posting events must meet our verification standards to appear in the main feed until verified, your event exists but has limited visibility don't worry this is a standard process that ensures quality experiences for all users common questions "why can't people find my event?" unverified events don't appear in the main feed or search results "how long does verification take?" usually within 2 3 days if all requirements are met "can people still register?" yes, if you share your direct event link, but organic discovery is limited must have elements for verification get verified quickly by including event cover photo high quality image that stops the scroll (action shots or engaging graphics work best) complete description clear explanation of what participants can expect fitness type selection proper category tags for searchability accurate location either full address or state "location shared after registration" in description correct time zone double check your event shows the right start time platform policies these are non negotiable for verification all signups and payments must happen through sweatpals no external platform links or payment method references keep your sweatpals listing platform exclusive what happens if something's missing? you'll receive a notification about what needs adjustment fix it quickly to get verified and visible! pro tips for new hosts share your direct link immediately even unverified events can get registrations through direct links double check everything before publishing complete listings get verified faster don't panic if your event isn't immediately visible this is normal for new accounts build momentum once verified, your future events typically appear immediately events missing requirements will be flagged, but don't let this discourage you just make the adjustments and you'll be reaching the full sweatpals community in no time!