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Plan a Friday dinner with friends without the group chat chaos

Pick a night that works for everyone, vote on the restaurant, and get a reservation link, all from one invite.

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Group dinners fall apart when ten people try to agree on a night and a restaurant at the same time. LockInStep splits it into two quick votes: when and where. Paste an OpenTable or Google Maps link, or pick from places nearby, and reserve once it's locked.

How to plan it with LockInStep

  1. Connect your calendar (optional). Link Google or Outlook if you like, so LockInStep only offers times you're free. It sees busy times only, never event details.
  2. Pick "group dinner". Choose the activity and LockInStep suggests good times for it. Add a cover photo if you like.
  3. Share one link. Text it, email it or drop it in the group chat. Guests don't need an app or an account.
  4. Vote on when and where. Everyone marks the times that work and votes on the restaurant. You see the favorite at a glance.
  5. Lock it in. Pick the winner. Everyone gets the details and an add-to-calendar button, and you get alerts as people RSVP.

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Questions

Can guests bring a plus-one?

Yes. Guests can RSVP with extra people, and the headcount updates for you.

Is LockInStep free?

Yes. Every feature is free and there is no credit card. Guests never need an account.

Do my friends need to download an app?

No. LockInStep works in any phone or computer browser. Guests tap your link, add their first name, and vote. You can add LockInStep to your home screen so it opens like an app.

How does LockInStep find a time that works?

Connect Google or Outlook and LockInStep only offers times you are actually free, inside the hours you like for that activity. Friends vote yes, maybe or no on each option and the best time rises to the top.

Can LockInStep help pick a place too?

Yes. You can add places, paste a Google Maps, OpenTable or Yelp link, or pick from spots near you or a ZIP code. Guests can vote on places and suggest their own.

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Free for everyone. No app download, no sign-up for guests.

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