Using Squaddle with WhatsApp

Squaddle was built to work with WhatsApp, so it's easy to join a squad, receive and respond to invites, see who else is going, and make payments – without needing to download an app.

When your organiser creates an activity, you'll receive a WhatsApp message with everything you need to respond. Squaddle runs independently of any existing WhatsApp groups, so your squad messages won't get lost in general chat.

Responding to invites with buttons

When you're invited to an activity via WhatsApp, your invite will include buttons to respond in one tap:

• 'In' – to confirm your attendance
• 'Out' – to let your squad know you can't make it
• 'Who's going' – to see a list of other squad members who are confirmed to attend

You can change your response at any time before the activity starts. But you should check how your squad manages late dropouts for activities that require payment.

Responding to invites with WhatsApp commands

You can also use simple, text-based commands in the Squaddle WhatsApp chat to manage your availability, check attendance, and settle fees.

• in –  to confirm your attendance for an upcoming activity
• out – if you cannot make it to the activity
• who – to see a list of other squad members who are confirmed to attend
• pay – send this command at any time to view your outstanding balance and receive secure payment links
• settings – we'll send you a link to edit your account settings

Commands must be sent as a single word, so "who" will work but "who else is going?" won't. We'll let you know if we don't understand your request.

Responding to invites online

You can also respond to invitations, see who else is attending, and make payments directly from your Squaddle account.

All Squaddle members can sign in at squaddle.co.uk using their mobile number, email address, or Google account.