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How Spry works

Everything you need to know as a guest.

Guest guide

You're reading the full Spry guest guide. On any other screen, tap the Help button for quick, screen-specific tips.

Welcome to Spry

Spry turns you into part of the event's film crew. Scan the QR code, get fun photo and video missions, and watch everyone's best moments appear on the live wall in real time.

No app to install — everything works in your phone browser.

Joining an event
  1. Scan the QR code on your table card or the welcome sign.
  2. Enter your first name — that's all you need.
  3. You'll land on your mission deck, ready to play.

Your session is saved on this phone. If you close the browser and come back, you'll pick up where you left off.

Mission types

Each mission asks you to capture something different:

  • Photo — snap a still image (group shots, candid laughs, great outfits).
  • Video — record a short clip (a message, a toast, the dancefloor).
  • Hunt — a social challenge (find someone, get three generations in one frame).
  • Prompt — write a quick note or wish, optionally with a photo.

You get a hand of 5–6 missions. The person next to you gets different ones, so together you cover more of the event.

Capturing moments

Tap a mission card to open the capture screen. Your phone camera opens automatically.

  • Take a photo or record a video depending on the mission.
  • Add an optional caption or message.
  • Tap submit — your moment uploads in the background.
  • Head back to your deck for the next mission.

Camera permission: your browser will ask to use your camera. Tap Allow to continue.

Spotty Wi-Fi?

Venues often have weak signal. Spry handles this gracefully — if you're offline when you capture, the moment saves on your phone and uploads automatically when you're back online.

You'll see a banner telling you how many moments are queued. No need to do anything — just keep playing.

The live wall

There's a big screen at the event showing a mosaic of everyone's approved photos and videos. After the host approves your upload, it appears on the wall within seconds — credited with your name.

Seeing yourself on the wall is the best part. It's what makes people want to capture more.

Points & leaderboard

Each mission is worth points. Complete more missions to climb the leaderboard. It's friendly competition — the real win is contributing great moments.

Tap your points tally on the deck page to see the full leaderboard. The host can turn this off for more relaxed events.

Collection events

Some events use collection mode instead of missions. Instead of a gamified deck, you leave open-ended video messages, photos, and notes — as many as you like.

Great for tributes, farewells, and memory-gathering. Tap any prompt and share from the heart.

Quick tips
  • Hold your phone steady and find good light for the best results.
  • Video missions have a time limit — keep it short and sweet.
  • Be creative! The funniest and most heartfelt moments are the best.
  • Finished your hand? Tap “Deal me more” for another round.
  • Add Spry to your home screen for quick access (your browser's share menu).