> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.ticketnation.ph/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Sales & Orders

> Track every ticket purchase, manage attendees, scan tickets at the door, and handle refunds — all from your organizer dashboard.

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Once your event is live, these tools help you track every sale and manage the logistics of getting people through the door.

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## View Orders

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Your central hub for all ticket purchases. The orders page gives you:

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Order List" icon="list">
    Every ticket purchase in a searchable, sortable table with buyer name, order date, ticket type, amount, and payment status.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Filters & Search" icon="filter">
    Filter orders by date range, payment status (paid, pending, refunded), ticket type, or search by buyer name or email.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Order Details" icon="file-lines">
    Click any order to see the full breakdown — buyer info, tickets purchased, payment method, fees, and transaction history.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Export" icon="download">
    Export your orders to CSV or Excel for accounting, reporting, or importing into other tools.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

### Order Statuses

| Status        | Description                                                                |
| ------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Paid**      | Payment received and confirmed. Tickets delivered to the buyer.            |
| **Pending**   | Payment initiated but not yet confirmed (e.g., bank transfer in progress). |
| **Cancelled** | Order was cancelled by the buyer or organizer.                             |
| **Refunded**  | Full or partial refund has been issued.                                    |
| **Expired**   | Payment window expired before the buyer completed checkout.                |

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## Create Orders Manually

Selling tickets at a box office, over the phone, or at a pop-up? Create an order on behalf of the buyer directly from your dashboard.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Select Event & Tickets">
    Choose the event and pick the ticket type(s) and quantity.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter Buyer Details">
    Fill in the buyer's name, email, and phone number.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Record Payment">
    Select the payment method (cash, bank transfer, card, etc.) and confirm the order.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Info>
  Manually created orders appear in your orders list just like online purchases. The buyer receives a confirmation email with their ticket(s).
</Info>

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## Order Approvals

For exclusive or invite-only events, enable **order approval** so you can review and approve each purchase before it's confirmed.

**How it works:**

* Buyer places an order and sees a "Pending Approval" status
* You receive a notification with the order details
* **Approve** to confirm the sale and deliver tickets, or **Reject** to cancel
* Rejected orders are automatically refunded

<Tip>
  Great for VIP events, private gatherings, or events where you want to vet attendees before confirming their tickets.
</Tip>

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## Cancellations & Refunds

Cancel an order and issue a full or partial refund. The money goes back to the buyer's original payment method.

| Action                  | What Happens                                                                                        |
| ----------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Full Cancellation**   | Entire order is cancelled and fully refunded. Tickets are voided.                                   |
| **Partial Refund**      | Refund a specific amount while keeping the order active. Useful for downgrades or disputes.         |
| **Organizer-Initiated** | You cancel the order from your dashboard. Buyer is notified automatically.                          |
| **Buyer-Requested**     | Buyer requests cancellation through their account. You approve or deny based on your refund policy. |

<Warning>
  Refund processing times depend on the payment method. Card refunds typically take 5-10 business days to appear on the buyer's statement.
</Warning>

***

## Attendee List

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A full list of everyone attending your event. The attendee list includes:

* **Attendee name and contact info** — email, phone number
* **Ticket type** — which tier they purchased
* **Check-in status** — checked in, not yet arrived, or no-show
* **Badge assignments** — VIP, staff, speaker, or custom badges
* **Search and filter** — find specific attendees quickly
* **Bulk actions** — send emails, export list, or update statuses

### Import & Invite Attendees

* **Import** attendees from a CSV file for events with pre-registered guests
* **Invite** specific people by email directly from the attendee list

### Export Options

Export your attendee list to CSV or Excel with customizable fields. Useful for:

* Door check-in sheets (offline backup)
* Post-event follow-up campaigns
* Compliance and reporting

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## QR Code Scanner

A built-in ticket scanner that works on any phone camera — no special hardware needed.

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  <Card title="Instant Validation" icon="qrcode">
    Staff scan the QR code on an attendee's ticket. The system validates it instantly and shows the ticket details.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Duplicate Prevention" icon="shield-check">
    Already scanned? The system flags it immediately. Prevents fake or duplicate tickets from getting through.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Real-Time Dashboard" icon="chart-bar">
    Track check-in progress in real time from your dashboard — see how many attendees have arrived vs. total tickets sold.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Multi-Staff Support" icon="users">
    Multiple staff members can scan simultaneously from their own phones. All check-ins sync in real time.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Tip>
  You can also use the Ticketnation mobile app (iOS & Android) for a dedicated scanning experience with offline support.
</Tip>

***

## Ticket Transfers

When a buyer transfers their ticket to someone else, you see the full trail:

* **Who sent it** — original buyer details
* **Who received it** — new attendee details
* **When** — timestamp of the transfer
* **Transfer status** — pending, accepted, or expired

This ensures you always know who's actually attending, even if the original buyer can't make it.

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## Waitlist Management

When your event sells out, the waitlist captures demand automatically.

**What you can do:**

* See how many people are waiting for tickets
* View waitlist sign-ups with contact details and preferred ticket type
* **Release tickets** — when cancellations or added inventory free up spots, offer tickets to waitlisted fans in order
* **Send notifications** — automatically notify waitlisted attendees when tickets become available

<Info>
  Waitlist data is valuable even if you don't release more tickets — it shows unmet demand and helps you plan future events.
</Info>
