Off-the-shelf registration vs. a custom event website — when to use which
Some events just need a registration page. Others need a full custom site.
When an event needs a web presence, there are two paths: a pre-registration page with just a logo and a form, or a custom website covering speakers, a timetable, and exhibitors. The bigger the event, the more likely you need the latter.
When a pre-registration page is enough
If all you need is to collect sign-ups for a seminar or workshop, a pre-registration page with a logo and a form covers it. KakaoTalk, SMS and email share 1,000 included sends; additional sends are billed at cost.
When you need a full event website
- Event intro + timetable + pre-registration all needed — Basic tier
- Speaker profiles, a directions map, and exhibitor listings needed for a larger event — Premium tier
When you need a fully custom build
When you have a dozen-plus speakers, attendees need different info per session, and a large conference needs a distinct brand identity, a fully custom build is the better call. The CGDC (Console Game Developer Conference) 2025 website was exactly that case — it had to hold profiles for 13 domestic and international speakers from Sony, Sega, Capcom, and more, plus a two-day session timetable.
FAQ
What's the difference between a pre-registration page and an event website?
A pre-registration page is a simple logo-plus-form setup. An event website fits events with more information — timetables, speaker profiles, maps.
When do I need a fully custom build?
For large conferences with many speakers, complex session structures, or a brand identity that needs to come through clearly.
How many notification sends are included with a pre-registration page?
KakaoTalk, SMS and email share 1,000 included sends; additional sends are billed at cost.
What's the difference between Basic and Premium event websites?
Basic covers intro, timetable, and pre-registration. Premium adds speaker profiles, a directions map, and exhibitor listings.
What was the CGDC website project?
Korea's first global console game conference — a custom-built website holding profiles for 13 speakers and a two-day session timetable.