What should I check before my Hotspot goes live?

Most Hotspots that fill up get a few simple things right. Go through this list before you publish.

Details

• Pick every category that fits your Hotspot.

• Say if guests can bring +1s, if alcohol will be served, and if it is open to all genders.

• Never leave the description empty. Cover what it is, who it is for, when and where, entry and price, and what is included. You can edit it any time.

Name and poster

• Keep the name short and clear. Names like Sunset Social, Matcha Mornings or Run & Rave tell people what to expect.

• Use a high quality poster. Avoid posters that look obviously AI made.

• If tickets are only on 8club, remove other ticketing logos from the poster.

• Have your posters ready a week before: square (1:1) for the Hotspot, 9:16 for stories.

Timing

• Create your Hotspot at least a week before. This unlocks full 8club support, like curated lists, marketing and ads.

• If you can, set it live up to a month ahead to build hype.

Who gets in

• Use approval mode for small home gatherings or singles Hotspots. People who request an invite wait for your approval.

• You can show the location only after a spot is confirmed.

• Add co-hosts: friends, DJs, creators or other communities. See how to add a co-host.

Money

• For paid Hotspots, finish KYC early: bank account, Aadhaar and PAN. If you have a GST number, verify it too.

• Be clear about the invite price and what it includes. Keep it close to the price at the venue, or explain why it is different.