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Free Wedding Save the Date Maker
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A wedding save-the-date is the first official word your guests get about your big day. It goes out months before the invitation and does one job well: it tells people the date and the city so they can request time off, book travel, and keep the weekend open.
With the free ScanRSVP save-the-date maker you can drop in your favorite engagement photo, pick a template that matches your wedding's style, and have a polished card ready to text or print in a few minutes — no designer and no account required.
When to send
Send wedding save-the-dates 6 to 8 months before the wedding. For a destination wedding or a holiday-weekend date, send them 8 to 12 months ahead so guests have time to book flights and hotels.
What to include
- Both partners' names
- The wedding date (an exact date if you have it; 'Fall 2026' works early on)
- The city or region — full venue and address can wait for the invitation
- A line like 'Formal invitation to follow'
- Optionally, your wedding website so guests can find travel details
The first step
A save-the-date is step one
The save-the-date holds the day. Next come the invitation and the RSVPs — and that’s exactly what ScanRSVP is built for. When the date gets closer, set up a free RSVP page with a QR code guests scan, an automatic guest list, meal choices, and reminders, all in one place.
Frequently asked questions
How far in advance should wedding save-the-dates go out?
Six to eight months before the wedding for most couples, and eight to twelve months for destination or holiday-weekend weddings so guests can arrange travel.
Do we need to send save-the-dates to everyone?
Only send them to guests you are certain you want to invite — anyone who receives a save-the-date must receive a formal invitation. When in doubt, leave them off the save-the-date list.
What is the difference between a save-the-date and an invitation?
A save-the-date is an early heads-up with just the date and city. The invitation comes later with the full details — time, venue address, dress code, and how to RSVP.
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