Sharing & Invitations — Join in an instant
Four invitation methods suited to every situation: classic email, spoken code, a link shared on WhatsApp or a QR code to scan. Your loved ones join your group in seconds.
The 6-digit temporary code is perfect when you're with someone in person! Just read the code out loud and they join the group right away. No need to swap email addresses!
Email invitation
The classic and most formal method: you enter your contact's email address, and Olaf sends them a personalised invitation containing an access link valid for 7 days. By clicking this link, your contact creates their account (or logs in if they already have one) and automatically joins the group.
This method is ideal for inviting people who are not physically with you, or when you want a written record of the invitation. The email is sent in the recipient's preferred language if it is already known to the system.
6-digit temporary code
The temporary code is a simple and very practical innovation for face-to-face situations. You generate a 6-digit code from the app, valid for between 24 hours and 7 days depending on your settings. Your contact enters this code in the app or on the website to join the group instantly.
The advantage of this system is its simplicity when spoken aloud: you can dictate the code during a family meal, without taking out phones to exchange contacts. The code can also be displayed on a screen and copied manually. Once used or expired, it becomes invalid.
Native share link
The native share link opens your operating system's share sheet directly — on mobile, this launches WhatsApp, SMS, Telegram, email, or any other messaging app installed on your phone. On desktop, the link is copied to the clipboard.
This method naturally adapts to your communication habits. If your family uses WhatsApp, a single tap is all it takes to share the invitation in the family group. The link contains a secure token that identifies the group and expires automatically.
QR code — camera scan or manual entry
The QR code is particularly useful at family gatherings or in-person events. Display the QR code on your phone and your contacts scan it with the Olaf mobile app. The app uses the camera with a dedicated visual frame and the option to activate the torch for low-light environments.
For users who cannot scan (camera unavailable, technical issue), manual entry of the code is always offered as an alternative. The experience remains smooth regardless of the situation.
Direct opening in the application
When a user receives an invitation link on their smartphone and the Olaf app is installed, direct opening activates automatically: the app opens directly on the group joining screen, without going through the web browser.
If the app is not installed, a browser alternative takes over: the user is redirected to the website, where they can join the group via the browser, then download the app if they wish. This dual strategy ensures an optimal experience in all cases.
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