How to Send The Events Calendar Data to LiveChat
LiveChat is a live chat platform. Events can trigger instant notifications. Every The Events Calendar event record should flow into LiveChat automatically. This guide shows how to set that up in five minutes.
Skip the automation middleman
Rather than routing data through a third-party cloud, AFI sends it directly from your WordPress server to live chat. No task meter, no monthly bill.
What you will need
- A WordPress site with The Events Calendar installed and configured.
- A LiveChat account.
- The Advanced Form Integration plugin (free from WordPress.org).
Connect LiveChat to AFI
LiveChat uses OAuth 2.0 for authentication. In AFI → Settings → LiveChat, click Authorize and grant access. This is a one-time step.
Setting up the integration
1. Create a new integration
Go to AFI → Add New. Name it The Events Calendar to LiveChat.
2. Pick your trigger
Select The Events Calendar as the form provider. AFI fires when an event RSVP or ticket order is submitted, giving you access to attendee name, email, event title, event date, ticket type, and order total.
3. Select LiveChat as the destination
Choose LiveChat from the platform dropdown and pick Add Customer. This creates a customer in LiveChat.
4. Map fields
Match each LiveChat field on the left to the corresponding The Events Calendar field on the right. Common mappings include attendee name, email, event title, event date, ticket type, and order total. You can also use smart tags like {{_submission_date}}.
5. Add conditions if needed
Only want to send certain records? Set up a conditional rule based on any field value.
6. Save and test
Click Save Integration. Trigger a test event in The Events Calendar. Check LiveChat to confirm the data arrived. If anything looks wrong, open AFI → Log to see the exact request and response.
Free vs Pro
The free version maps name and email to LiveChat with unlimited records. Pro adds custom field mapping. No per-record fees on any plan.
Frequently asked questions
Which The Events Calendar events trigger the integration?
AFI fires when an event RSVP or ticket order is submitted. This covers new submissions and relevant status changes.
Will adding this slow down my site?
No. AFI sends data to the destination after the event completes. Your site performance is not affected.
Can I send data to multiple platforms?
Yes. Create a separate integration for each destination, and every record flows to all of them simultaneously.
Get started
Install Advanced Form Integration free from WordPress.org and connect The Events Calendar to LiveChat in minutes.
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