TeeTimeHelper Service Outage: Hosting Provider (Akamai/Linode) Experiencing Data Center Issues

✅ Update – July 27, 2025 @ 9:17pm CST

We’re pleased to report that all services for TeeTimeHelper have now been fully restored. Our server is back online and functioning normally following the resolution of the earlier data center issues at Akamai (Linode).

We will continue to monitor performance closely, but at this time, users should experience normal access to all features and functionality.

Thank you again for your patience and understanding during the outage.

— TeeTimeHelper Team

🔄 Update – July 27, 2025 @ 8:30pm CST

Some services within the Akamai (Linode) Newark data center have now been partially restored, but access to the TeeTimeHelper server remains unavailable.

We have had multiple direct communications with Akamai, and while they confirm that work is actively ongoing to restore all services, they have not committed to a specific timeline for resolution.

We continue to monitor the situation closely and will provide another update as soon as more progress is made.

— TeeTimeHelper Team

TeeTimeHelper Downtime Update – July 27, 2025

We want to keep you informed about the ongoing unavailability of TeeTimeHelper. The issue stems from a widespread infrastructure problem affecting our hosting provider Linode, which is a part of Akamai Technologies.

What Happened?

Earlier today, Akamai (via its Linode platform) experienced a major service disruption in its US-East (Newark) data center, where TeeTimeHelper’s infrastructure is hosted. This was caused by cooling system failures following a power outage. Although power has been restored, the cooling issues have led to continued downtime as systems are gradually brought back online.

Immediate Response

We were alerted immediately by our own internal status monitoring system, which allowed us to begin investigating and tracking the issue in real time. While the outage is on the hosting provider’s side, we’ve been proactive in communicating with Akamai and preparing any necessary contingencies.

Current Impact

TeeTimeHelper is currently offline, and users may not be able to access the site or related services. This outage has extended beyond Newark, affecting other Akamai/Linode data centers including Dallas, Fremont, Sydney, Tokyo, Toronto, and Washington.

Latest from Akamai

"Impact to Linode Kubernetes Engine (LKE) services has been confirmed to extend to several data centers due to the interaction with our data center in Newark. We continue working to bring services back online."
(Posted Jul 27, 2025 - 14:24 UTC)

What We’re Doing

We are closely monitoring Akamai’s status updates and will take additional action if extended downtime continues. We’ll provide updates here and via email to keep you informed.

Your Data Is Safe

All TeeTimeHelper data is secure. This is strictly a hosting-level service outage—no customer data has been lost or compromised.

Thank You for Your Patience

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We’re working to restore access as soon as Akamai resolves the infrastructure issue.

— The TeeTimeHelper Team

How to RSVP for a Golf Event and Add Players in TeeTimeHelper

How to RSVP for a Golf Event Invitation

RSVP'ing for a golf event is quick and easy with TeeTimeHelper. Here’s how to confirm your attendance and add players in just a few steps:

Step 1: Open Your Email Invitation

You’ll receive an email invite with the event details. Look for the “RSVP for this Event” button in the message.

Step 2: Confirm Your Attendance

You’ll be taken to the event page where you can see who has already RSVP’d. Click the “RSVP Yes” button to confirm that you’re playing.

Step 3: Add Players

Once you RSVP, you’ll see an “Add Players” button. Click it to go to a page where you can select additional players from a pulldown list of members.

Step 4: Select Your Players to Add

Choose the players you wish to add from the pulldown menu.

Step 5: Confirm Your Selection

After selecting the players, hit the Update button to finalize your group.

That’s it! You’re all set for the round. 🎉

Tip: Want to make it even easier next time? Download the TeeTimeHelper app and get push notifications instead of emails.

You're Invited! How to RSVP to a TeeTimeHelper Event

 

When a fellow golfer invites you to join a golf outing using TeeTimeHelper, you’ll receive a personalized email invitation. This email is your gateway to quickly and easily respond to the event—and claim your spot on the tee sheet.

Here’s what to expect and how to RSVP in just a few clicks:

Step 1: Check Your Email

Look for an email from TeeTimeHelper with the subject line referencing your upcoming golf event. Inside the email, you’ll see key event details—such as the course, date, and time—and a prominent button labeled:

👉 “RSVP for this Event”

Clicking this button will securely take you to a web page where you can view all the details and respond.

Step 2: View the Event Details

Once you click the button, you’ll land on a dedicated event page showing:

• The event name and golf course details

• The scheduled date and time

• A list of members who have already RSVP’d—see who’s playing!

This page helps you get a feel for who’s in and whether you’d like to join.

Step 3: RSVP and Choose a Tee Time

At the bottom of the event page, you'll see clear buttons to RSVP Yes or No.

✅ If you select Yes, may be prompted to add members to your tee time

❌ Selecting No lets the organizer know you’re sitting this one out, and you won’t receive further reminders for that event.

Step 4: You're In!

Once you RSVP “Yes” and pick a tee time, your name will appear on the event roster. If the group has enabled it, you may also be able to see and manage your foursome by adding or removing players later on.

Want an Even Easier Experience? Use the App!

While email invites are the default and work great, using the TeeTimeHelper app makes the process even smoother. Simply download the app for your device and you’ll receive push notifications instead of emails—making it faster to RSVP, see who’s in, and manage your golf plans on the go. It’s the easiest way to stay connected with your golf group.

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TeeTimeHelper makes it simple to organize and RSVP to golf events—no logins required. Just tap, respond, and swing!

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to your event organizer. See you on the course!

Look Good, Play Better: Get Your TeeTimeHelper Swag On

🏌️‍♂️ Tee Off in Style: The Official TeeTimeHelper Gear Store is Live!

We’re excited to unveil the official TeeTimeHelper merchandise page — your new go-to spot for golf-inspired gear that shows your love for the game and the app that keeps your group on schedule.

👉 TeeTimeHelper Gear

Whether you’re the one calling the shots or just along for the ride, you can now rep TeeTimeHelper on and off the course in style.

🎁 Great Gift Ideas for Your Golf Group

Looking for a hole-in-one idea? Our gear makes for perfect:

• Giveaways after tournaments – Reward the low gross champ or longest drive winner with something they’ll actually use.

• Thank-you gifts for organizers – Show appreciation to the group leader who schedules every round and sends all those reminders.

• Matching team wear – Outfit your regular foursome with custom polos for a tour-worthy look.

⛳ What’s in the Bag?

We’ve got a growing lineup of quality gear:

• Golf Shirts – Comfortable, breathable, and course-ready. Ideal for your weekend scramble or weekly league.

• Hats and Caps – Keep the sun off your face while you size up your next shot.

• T-Shirts – Soft and stylish — great for casual days at the range or the 19th hole.

• Mugs – For that essential cup of coffee before your early morning tee time.

🏌️ Why Rock TeeTimeHelper Gear?

• Support the App: Every purchase helps us improve TeeTimeHelper and keep it free to use.

• Grow the Game: Let others know about the smart way to manage golf groups.

• Look Good Playing Bad (or Great!): Even if you're in the rough, your outfit will be on point.

Thanks for being part of the TeeTimeHelper community — and now, you can show it off in style.

🛒 Visit the Store and Grab Your Gear

TeeTimeHelper App Update: Version 1.0.2 Is Here!

We're excited to announce the release of TeeTimeHelper version 1.0.2, a small but impactful update that enhances your experience and cleans up a few loose ends from our initial launch.

Here’s what’s new in this version:

🧠 Smarter Event List Refreshing

Gone are the days of excessive loading or stale data! We've made behind-the-scenes improvements so the event list now refreshes more intelligently, ensuring you're always seeing the latest tee times and RSVPs without needing to manually reload as often.

🎨 Bolder Colors for Better Readability

Your eyes will thank you. We’ve fine-tuned our color palette to increase contrast and improve legibility, especially in sunlight or low-light conditions. Whether you’re on the course or at your desk, navigating TeeTimeHelper is now easier on the eyes.

✍️ "Recevied" No More

Yes, we saw it too (after putting on our reading glasses) —and it's been corrected. It’s a small change, but one we know makes a big difference in keeping things professional and polished.

🔄 Have You Updated Yet?

Updates are usually applied automatically, but if you haven’t received version 1.0.2 yet, you can manually update by visiting the App Store or Google Play.

To check your current version, simply tap the “About” tab inside the app.

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Thank you for being part of the TeeTimeHelper community. Your feedback keeps us improving and building the best experience for golf group organizers everywhere.

– The TeeTimeHelper Team

 

TeeTimeHelper Introduces Real‑Time RSVP Status

Have you ever sent out a tee‑time invite only to spend the next few hours refreshing your screen, wondering who has committed?

Those days are over.

Today we’re excited to roll out Real‑Time RSVP Status for TeeTimeHelper events.

What’s New?

• Live Updates: As soon as a golfer taps Yes, No, or Waitlist, every admin and member currently viewing the event sees the response instantly—no page refresh required.

• Blinking Green Highlight: New “Yes” responses appear with a green blink for up to ten seconds so they stand out in the roster. After the blink, the name settles into the standard confirmed style.

• Group Awareness: Late‑deciders can see spots filling up in real time and jump in before it’s too late.

Why It Matters

• Faster Foursomes: Organizers know immediately when they have a complete group and can book additional tee‑times or close registration without delay.

• Transparency: Everyone watching the event sees the same information at the same time—no more hidden spots or double bookings.

• Engagement: The gentle green blink adds a touch of excitement and encourages players to RSVP sooner rather than later.

How to Use It

1. Create or open any event in TeeTimeHelper.

2. Stay on the event page.

3. Ask a friend to RSVP. Watch their name pop up and flash green.

That’s it. No settings to toggle—real‑time status is on by default for every account.

Stay tuned, and let us know what you think. As always, let us know your feedback. See you on the first tee!

The TeeTimeHelper Team

Understanding the 'Hide All Invitees' Setting: Why Members Can’t Fill Out Their Tee Times with Other Players

TeeTimeHelper gives admins powerful tools to manage privacy and visibility for golf event RSVPs. One of these tools is the “Hide All Invitees” and “Show Only Attendees”, which controls how much of the guest list is visible to members.

While this feature can be useful for private events or simplified coordination, it does affect one key function: the ability for members to add players to their tee time.

How It Normally Works

In most events, when a member RSVPs and selects a tee time, they’re able to add more players to their group. This is done by choosing from a dropdown list of invited members—making it easy to coordinate with friends, regular partners, or new faces in the group.

This system relies on visibility of the full list of invitees.

What Happens When “Hide All Invitees” or "Show Only Attendees" Is Enabled

When an admin selects either option:

• The “Add Players” function is disabled because members don’t have the list of invitees to select from.

Summary of the Impact

• ✅ Members can RSVP and select a tee time.

• 🚫 Members cannot add players to their tee time.

• 🔧 Admins retain full control and can manage tee times manually if needed.

Admin Tip

If your event encourages self-organized groups or filling out foursomes, we recommend leaving this setting as Show All Invitees to allow members to see each other and use the player dropdown menu. But for events where privacy is key or where the admin prefers to handle tee times, enabling “Hide All Invitees” is a solid choice.  

You may change the invite visibility at any time by navigating to your event page and pressing the pencil icon next to the event name.