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- Features
  
  #### [All Product Features - Check out all the event-centric features in Hive](https://www.hive.co/product-features)

  #### [Automations - Automate your campaigns with both email and SMS](https://www.hive.co/features/automations)

  #### [Presale Registration - Collect fan registrations for early presale access](https://www.hive.co/features/presale-registration)

  #### [Reporting - Monitor ticket sales and campaign performance](https://www.hive.co/features/reporting)

  #### [Email Marketing - Send personalized email marketing campaigns](https://www.hive.co/features/email-marketing)

  #### [CRM - Manage, segment, and filter your ticket buyers](https://www.hive.co/features/crm)

  #### [Contests - Run contests to build your contact list](https://www.hive.co/features/contests)

  #### [API for Developers - Send your own data into Hive](https://resources.hive.co/api?hsLang=en-us)

  #### [SMS Marketing - Connect to your audiences with text messaging](https://www.hive.co/features/sms-marketing)

  #### [Ads - Turn data into high-converting ads](https://www.hive.co/features/ads)

  #### [Web Forms - Effortlessly collect the data you need](https://www.hive.co/features/web-forms)
- Industries
  
  #### [Music - Easily handle the marketing for all the events you're promoting each week](https://www.hive.co/industries/music)

  #### [Comedy - Ensure fans know when their favorite comedians hit your venue](https://www.hive.co/industries/comedy)

  #### [Festivals - Execute festival marketing, from presale to VIP packages](https://www.hive.co/industries/festivals)

  #### [Timed Entry - Target fans by specific days, weeks, or time slots for perfectly timed messages](https://www.hive.co/industries/timed-entry)

  #### [Fairs & Rodeos - Engage seasonal event attendees year-round](https://www.hive.co/industries/fairs-and-rodeos)
- Resources
  
  #### [Help Center - Check out FAQs to learn how to use Hive](https://faq.hive.co/en/)

  #### [Guides - Master the basics of marketing with these guides](https://resources.hive.co/guides?hsLang=en-us)

  #### [Webinars & Videos - Tutorials, webinars, and more—for the visual learner in you  ](https://resources.hive.co/videos?hsLang=en-us)

  #### [Resource Center - Explore all articles, videos, and guides by topic](https://resources.hive.co?hsLang=en-us)

  #### [Templates & Tools - Take the work off your plate with ready-to-use, customizable email and SMS templates](https://resources.hive.co/templates-and-tools)

  #### [Backstage - Backstage with Hive.co](https://backstage.hive.co?hsLang=en-us)

  #### [Articles - Gain insights on marketing strategies and keep a pulse on the event marketing industry](https://resources.hive.co/articles?hsLang=en-us)

  #### [Case Studies - See how other event marketers have seen success with Hive](https://resources.hive.co/case-studies?hsLang=en-us)

  #### [Product Updates - Stay up to date with the latest features, improvements, and updates to our product](https://app.getbeamer.com/hivedotco/en)
- [Ticketing Partners](https://www.hive.co/ticketing-integrations)
- [Pricing](https://www.hive.co/pricing)
- [Backstage](https://backstage.hive.co?hsLang=en-us)

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# TEMPLATES & TOOLS

Work smarter, not harder. These ready-to-use templates, tools, and resources help you grow your audience, engage fans, and sell more tickets—without the guesswork.

# EMAIL & SMS TEMPLATES

## [![Thumbnail-Announce](https://resources.hive.co/hubfs/Thumbnail-Announce.svg) Announce + Presale Sign up Get the word out and build excitement for your event with these announce and presale registration templates.  Get the templates](https://resources.hive.co/announce-presale-registration-templates?hsLang=en-us)

## [![Thumbnail-Backend](https://resources.hive.co/hubfs/Thumbnail-Backend.svg) Presale + Onsale Tickets are available! It's time to turn those sign-ups into revenue with messages that get move tickets fast. Get the templates](https://resources.hive.co/presale-onsale-templates?hsLang=en-us)

## [![Thumbnail-Maintenance + Backend](https://resources.hive.co/hubfs/Thumbnail-Presale.svg) Maintenance + Backend Keep the buzz going between purchase and event day by sharing merch offers, sending reminders, and more. Get the templates](https://resources.hive.co/maintenance-backend-templates?hsLang=en-us)

## [![Thumbnail-Post-Show + Off-Season](https://resources.hive.co/hubfs/Thumbnail-Maintenance.svg) Post-Show + Off-Season Stay connected with your fans after the event wraps. Send thank you notes, event highlights, and more. Get the templates](https://resources.hive.co/post-show-off-season-templates?hsLang=en-us)

# tools

## [![9 questions-1](https://resources.hive.co/hs-fs/hubfs/9%20questions-1.png?width=1920&height=1080&name=9%20questions-1.png) 9 questions to ask a new marketing platform Choosing a new event marketing platform? Make sure you’re asking the right questions before committing. This resource walks you through the key factors to consider so you can find the best fit for your needs. See the questions](https://resources.hive.co/hubfs/Content%20Downloads/9%20questions%20to%20ask%20when%20choosing%20an%20event%20marketing%20platform.pdf?hsLang=en-us)

## [![Hive vs. Traditional ESP (1)](https://resources.hive.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Hive%20vs.%20Traditional%20ESP%20(1).png?width=1920&height=1080&name=Hive%20vs.%20Traditional%20ESP%20(1).png) 5 ways email platforms limit event marketing Promoters have been duct-taping traditional email platforms to fit their needs for years. But the truth is, those tools were never built for live events. See why traditional email tools fall short and what to look for instead. Get the scoop](https://resources.hive.co/hubfs/Content%20Downloads/Edu%20-%20Hive%20vs.%20traditional%20email%20platforms.pdf?hsLang=en-us)

## [![SMS marketing-1](https://resources.hive.co/hs-fs/hubfs/SMS%20marketing-1.png?width=1920&height=1080&name=SMS%20marketing-1.png) SMS marketing in action infographic SMS is changing the game for event marketing and the numbers to prove it. Get exclusive stats for the live events industry showing how SMS can help you connect with fans, sell more tickets, and build loyalty. Download the infographic](https://resources.hive.co/sms-stats-infographic?hsLang=en-us)

## [![SMS checklist-1](https://resources.hive.co/hs-fs/hubfs/SMS%20checklist-1.png?width=1920&height=1080&name=SMS%20checklist-1.png) Getting started with SMS checklist Make every SMS count. This checklist walks you through each step—from setting up and growing your list to sending campaigns and measuring results—so you can maximize results and drive ticket sales with ease. Download the checklist](https://resources.hive.co/sms-checklist?hsLang=en-us)

## [![Which one is better\_-1](https://resources.hive.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Which%20one%20is%20better_-1.png?width=1920&height=1080&name=Which%20one%20is%20better_-1.png) Email vs. SMS: Which one is better? Email or SMS? Why not both? This guide breaks down the strengths, weaknesses, and best use cases for each—so you know when to hit send on an email and when a text will do the trick. Read the tips](https://resources.hive.co/hubfs/Content%20Downloads/Email%20vs.%20SMS%20Which%20one%20is%20better%3F.pdf?hsLang=en-us)

## [![SMS number types](https://resources.hive.co/hs-fs/hubfs/SMS%20number%20types.png?width=1920&height=1080&name=SMS%20number%20types.png) SMS number types for promoters explained Not all SMS numbers are created equal. From toll-free to short codes to 10DLC, the type you choose affects your performance and results. This resource covers it all so you can pick the best fit for your events. Get expert insights](https://resources.hive.co/hubfs/Content%20Downloads/SMS%20number%20types%20Which%20one%20is%20right%20for%20promoters%3F.pdf?hsLang=en-us)

## [![Hive vs. Traditional ESP](https://resources.hive.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Hive%20vs.%20Traditional%20ESP.png?width=1920&height=1080&name=Hive%20vs.%20Traditional%20ESP.png) Hive vs. traditional email platforms Most email platforms were built to service the mass market. But that won't cut it for live events. Find out why "good enough" marketing tools aren't good enough for promoters. Get the scoop](https://resources.hive.co/hubfs/Content%20Downloads/Sales%20-%20Hive%20vs.%20traditional%20email%20platforms.pdf?hsLang=en-us)

## [![Hive demo](https://resources.hive.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Hive%20demo.png?width=1920&height=1080&name=Hive%20demo.png) Hive guided demo: Take the tour Curious to explore Hive, but aren't quite sure about booking a call with the Hive team just yet? No problem! You can skip the awkward small talk and check out the platform for yourself this guided demo. Take the tour](https://resources.hive.co/hubfs/Content%20Downloads/Email%20vs.%20SMS%20Which%20one%20is%20better%3F.pdf?hsLang=en-us)

## [![Email checklist](https://resources.hive.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Email%20checklist.png?width=1920&height=1080&name=Email%20checklist.png) Email marketing essentials checklist Every great event starts with a great email strategy. This checklist covers the must-have tactics for building your list, creating high-impact campaigns, and tracking performance. Snag the checklist](https://resources.hive.co/hubfs/Content%20Downloads/Email%20marketing%20essentials%20checklist.pdf?hsLang=en-us)

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