Hey everyone, I’m working on a project with Eventbrite and I’ve got a question. I know how to make discount codes using the API, but I’m wondering if there’s a way to create access codes too. I’ve looked through the API docs and can’t find anything about it. The discount_new method doesn’t seem to cover this.
What I’m trying to do is make special codes that let people sign up for hidden tickets. For example, I want to create a code for volunteers to access a ticket that’s not visible to everyone else. Is this possible with the current API? Has anyone figured out a way to do this?
I’d really appreciate any help or ideas you might have. Thanks!
As someone who’s dealt with Eventbrite’s API extensively, I can say that generating access codes directly through the API isn’t currently possible. However, I’ve found a clever workaround that might suit your needs.
What I do is create a hidden ticket type and then use the API to generate a unique discount code for each volunteer. The discount is set to 100%, effectively making the ticket free, so only those with the code can access and ‘purchase’ the hidden ticket.
To implement this, you create the hidden ticket type manually in Eventbrite, use the API to generate unique discount codes, and then distribute these codes to your volunteers. It’s a bit more work, but it achieves the same result as access codes. Just be aware that this method can get unwieldy for large numbers of volunteers since you’ll need to manage many individual discount codes.
hey sparklinggem, i feel ya. eventbrite’s api can be tricky. have you tried using the ‘hidden’ ticket type feature? it’s not perfect but might work. basically, make a hidden ticket and give the link only to volunteers. no fancy api stuff needed. just a thought!
I’ve actually encountered a similar challenge with Eventbrite’s API. Unfortunately, as far as I know, there’s no direct method to generate access codes through the API. However, I found a workaround that might help. You can create a hidden ticket type and then use the discount code functionality to essentially act as an access code. Set up the discount to be 0% off but only applicable to that hidden ticket. This way, only people with the ‘discount’ code can see and purchase the ticket. It’s not perfect, but it achieves a similar result to what you’re after. Just keep in mind that this method requires some manual setup on the Eventbrite dashboard in addition to API calls.