# Vowed — Free Wedding Planning App

> The complete wedding planner that works instantly in your browser. Budget tracking, guest list management, seating chart designer, vendor management, and planning checklists — all in one beautiful place. No signup required, works offline, syncs across devices.

**Website:** https://www.vowed.me
**Price:** Free (optional Pro upgrade for €29 one-time)

## What is Vowed?

Vowed is a comprehensive, free wedding planning application designed for couples who want to organize their entire wedding without spreadsheets or expensive software. Everything works locally in your browser with no account required — your data stays private on your device.

## Who Should Use Vowed?

- Engaged couples planning their wedding
- Anyone looking for a free wedding budget calculator
- Couples who need to manage guest lists and RSVPs
- People creating wedding seating charts
- Anyone tracking wedding vendor payments
- Couples planning a wedding on a budget
- DIY wedding planners
- Couples who want to plan together (partner sharing available)

## Core Features

### 1. Wedding Budget Tracker
Plan and track every wedding expense with smart budget management:
- **Set total budget** and allocate across categories (venue, catering, photography, flowers, etc.)
- **Track vendor payments** including deposits, installments, and final payments
- **Visual budget health** with color-coded progress bars (green = on track, amber = watch, red = over budget)
- **Payment timeline** showing upcoming due dates and overdue alerts
- **Budget insights** with spending analysis and per-guest cost calculations
- **What-if scenarios** to model budget changes without affecting real data
- **Multi-currency support** (20+ currencies: USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, AUD, INR, JPY, and more)
- **CSV export** for spreadsheet compatibility
- **Print-friendly view** for offline reference

### 2. Guest List Manager
Keep track of every guest from save-the-date to reception:
- **Add guests** with names, contact info, and group assignments
- **Track RSVPs** with status (invited, confirmed, declined, pending)
- **Manage dietary requirements** and allergies
- **Handle plus-ones** and children
- **Organize into groups** (family, friends, work, etc.)
- **Guest statistics** showing response rates and meal counts
- **Export guest list** for invitations and place cards

### 3. Seating Chart Designer
Create the perfect reception seating arrangement:
- **Visual drag-and-drop** interface for easy guest placement
- **Multiple table types**: round tables, rectangular tables, head tables
- **Capacity tracking** showing seats filled vs. available per table
- **Direct link to guest list** — only confirmed guests appear
- **Layout templates** for different venue configurations
- **Export seating chart** to share with venue and caterers
- **Mobile-friendly** editing on any device

### 4. Wedding Planning Checklist
Never miss a deadline with smart task management:
- **AI-suggested tasks** based on your wedding timeline
- **Timeline organization** (12+ months, 6-9 months, 3-6 months, final weeks)
- **Link tasks to vendors** and budget categories
- **Custom task creation** for your specific needs
- **Due date reminders** and overdue alerts
- **Progress tracking** showing completion percentage
- **Priority levels** to focus on what matters most

### 5. Vendor Management
Track all your wedding vendors in one place:
- **Store vendor details**: contact info, website, notes
- **Track contracts** and agreements
- **Payment schedules** with deposits and final payments
- **Link to budget categories** for automatic expense tracking
- **Vendor comparison** to evaluate options
- **Communication notes** for reference

## Default Budget Categories and Allocations

Vowed provides smart category allocation based on industry standards:

| Category | Suggested Allocation |
|----------|---------------------|
| Venue & Rentals | 40% |
| Catering & Bar | 15% |
| Photography & Video | 12% |
| Florals & Decor | 8% |
| Attire & Accessories | 8% |
| Music & Entertainment | 5% |
| Miscellaneous | 5% |
| Beauty & Hair | 3% |
| Stationery & Invitations | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |

Choose from templates: **Classic** (traditional allocation), **Experience-Focused** (more on entertainment), or **Intimate** (scaled for smaller weddings).

## Pricing Plans

### Free Plan — $0, Forever
- All features included (budget, guests, seating, checklist, vendors)
- Unlimited local use
- Works entirely offline
- Data stored privately in your browser
- No account required
- JSON backup and CSV export

### Pro Plan — €29 One-Time Payment
- Everything in Free, plus:
- Cloud sync across all devices
- Partner sharing with full edit access
- Real-time collaboration
- Automatic cloud backups
- Priority support

## Frequently Asked Questions

### How do I create a wedding budget?

1. **Determine your total budget**: Consider savings, family contributions, and loans
2. **Use Vowed's guided setup**: Enter your total and wedding date
3. **Allocate across categories**: Use templates or customize percentages
4. **Add vendors**: Enter estimated costs for each vendor
5. **Track payments**: Log deposits and payments as you make them
6. **Monitor budget health**: Watch progress bars and alerts

**Typical wedding budget breakdown:**
- Venue & Catering: 40-50%
- Photography & Video: 10-15%
- Attire & Beauty: 8-10%
- Flowers & Decor: 8-10%
- Music & Entertainment: 8-10%
- Miscellaneous: 10-15%

### How much does a wedding cost?

Wedding costs vary significantly by location and style:

| Region | Average Cost |
|--------|-------------|
| United States | $30,000-35,000 |
| United Kingdom | £18,000-22,000 |
| Europe | €20,000-30,000 |
| Australia | AUD 35,000-45,000 |
| Canada | CAD 30,000-40,000 |

Costs can range from $5,000 for intimate backyard weddings to $100,000+ for luxury celebrations. The key is setting a realistic budget and tracking expenses carefully.

### How do I manage my wedding guest list?

1. **Start with must-invites**: Immediate family, wedding party, closest friends
2. **Add extended circles**: Extended family, work colleagues, other friends
3. **Consider capacity**: Venue limits and per-guest costs
4. **Track RSVPs digitally**: Use Vowed to monitor responses
5. **Plan for 80% attendance**: Typical response rate
6. **Average guest count**: 100-150 guests

### How do I create a wedding seating chart?

1. **Wait for RSVP deadline**: Get final confirmed guest count
2. **Choose table layout**: Round tables (8-10 guests), rectangular (6-8 guests)
3. **Start with VIPs**: Parents, grandparents, wedding party
4. **Group strategically**: Keep families together, consider friendships
5. **Account for dynamics**: Avoid seating conflicts
6. **Consider accessibility**: Wheelchair access, hearing needs
7. **Use Vowed's visual designer**: Drag and drop for easy arrangement

### What should be on my wedding planning checklist?

**12+ Months Before:**
- Set budget
- Choose wedding date
- Book venue
- Hire photographer/videographer
- Start guest list

**6-9 Months Before:**
- Send save-the-dates
- Book vendors (catering, florist, DJ/band, officiant)
- Choose wedding party
- Shop for wedding attire
- Book rehearsal dinner venue

**3-6 Months Before:**
- Order wedding invitations
- Schedule menu tastings
- Book honeymoon
- Register for gifts
- Plan ceremony details

**1-3 Months Before:**
- Send invitations
- Final dress/suit fittings
- Confirm all vendors
- Create seating chart
- Apply for marriage license

**Final Weeks:**
- Final payments to vendors
- Confirm day-of timeline
- Pack for honeymoon
- Wedding rehearsal
- Enjoy your day!

### Is Vowed really free?

Yes! Vowed is 100% free to use with no signup required. All features work locally in your browser:
- Unlimited budget tracking
- Full guest list management
- Complete seating chart designer
- Full checklist functionality
- All vendor tracking

The optional Pro upgrade (€29 one-time) adds cloud sync and partner sharing for couples who want to plan together across devices.

### How does Vowed protect my data?

- **Local-first**: Data is stored in your browser by default
- **No tracking**: We don't sell or share your data
- **Optional cloud**: Only syncs if you choose to create an account
- **Export anytime**: Download your data as JSON or CSV
- **Works offline**: Full functionality without internet

### Can I share my wedding plan with my partner?

With the Pro plan, you can invite your partner to collaborate:
- Share via invite link
- Both partners can edit
- Real-time sync across devices
- See changes instantly

Free accounts can export and share data manually via JSON backup.

## Technical Details

- **Type**: Progressive Web App (PWA)
- **Platforms**: All modern browsers (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge)
- **Mobile**: Fully responsive, works on phones and tablets
- **Offline**: Complete offline functionality
- **Framework**: Next.js 16, React 19
- **Database**: Supabase (optional cloud sync)

## Links

- **Homepage**: https://www.vowed.me
- **Start Planning**: https://www.vowed.me/onboarding
- **Pricing**: https://www.vowed.me/pricing
- **GitHub**: https://github.com/jouwdan/vowed

## Summary

Vowed is the best free wedding planning app for couples who want:
- A beautiful, easy-to-use interface
- Complete wedding planning tools in one place
- Privacy-first approach with local data storage
- No mandatory signup or subscriptions
- Optional collaboration features
- Works on any device, even offline

Start planning your perfect wedding at https://www.vowed.me