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.

TeeTimeHelper Free Tier Changes Starting May 15, 2025

 Important Update to TeeTimeHelper Free Tier Membership

As part of our commitment to delivering the best possible experience for our users, we are updating our free membership tier starting May 15, 2025. This change will allow us to maintain and improve the quality of TeeTimeHelper, including the development of our new app, while ensuring that our growing community can continue to benefit from our service.

Here’s what’s changing:

Free Tier Adjustment

• Current Limit: 15 members per group.

• New Limit: 10 members per group.

• This change will take effect on May 15, 2025.

An Affordable Upgrade Option

For those who wish to maintain or grow larger groups, we have an upgraded membership tier:

• 20 Members Per Group for just $9.99/month.
  
  

Benefits of the Paid Membership:

• Increased Member Limit: Your per event member limit is increased to 20 
  
• Ability to add an extra admin: You may designate an extra-admin to help manage your event

• No Ads for Your Members: With the paid membership, all your group members will enjoy an ad-free experience.
  
• Cost Paid by the Admin Only: The $9.99 fee is only payable by the group admin—your members can continue to use TeeTimeHelper for free.

Why the Change?

• Sustain ongoing development to introduce new features and updates.

• Invest in the development of our new app, offering an even better and more user-friendly experience.

• Maintain a high-quality experience for all users.

• Support the costs associated with running and scaling the service.

What Do I Need to Do?

• If your group has 10 members or fewer, no action is needed. Your free tier will continue uninterrupted.
  
• If your group exceeds 10 members, you can:

1. Reduce your group size before May 15th to stay within the free tier.
2. Upgrade to the 20-member plan for $9.99/month for uninterrupted service.

Questions or Concerns?

We’re here to help! If you have any questions about this change or need assistance with upgrading your plan, don’t hesitate to contact us.

We appreciate your understanding and continued support as we make TeeTimeHelper even better for golf enthusiasts everywhere. Thank you for being part of our community!

TeeTimeHelper Team

New Invite List Privacy Controls in TeeTimeHelper

 

Introducing New Invite List Privacy Controls in TeeTimeHelper

We’re excited to introduce a new feature in TeeTimeHelper that gives golf event organizers more control over their invite lists. With our latest update, admins can now choose how much of the invite list is visible to invitees, ensuring greater flexibility and privacy.

Enhanced Privacy Settings for Invite Lists

Previously, all invitees could see who else was invited to an event. Now, admins have three visibility options:

1. Show All Invitees – All invited players can see who else has been invited.

2. Show Only Those Who Have RSVP’d – Players can only see invitees who have confirmed their participation.

3. Hide All Invitees – Invitees will not see the invite list at all.

Regardless of the selected visibility setting, all admins for the group can see the full invite list at all times. This ensures that organizers maintain full oversight of the event.

Impact on Tee Time Selection

When the Show All Invitees option is enabled, your event may be eligible for a feature that allows players to fill out their chosen tee times with other members from a pull-down menu. However, if an admin chooses to partially or fully hide the invite list, this option will be disabled to maintain privacy.

Why This Matters

This feature is perfect for:

• Private groups that prefer to keep their invite list confidential.

• Events where RSVPs should influence visibility.

• Admins who want full control over how invitees interact with each other before the event.

With these new RSVP privacy controls, TeeTimeHelper continues to improve the way golf groups organize and manage their tee times. Try it out in your next event and let us know what you think!

TeeTimeHelper Celebrates 50,000 Events – Thank You, Golfers and Pickleballers!

TeeTimeHelper Hits 50,000 Golf & Pickleball Events Milestone!

We’re excited to announce a major milestone for TeeTimeHelper—our community has now created over 50,000 golf events! Whether you’re organizing casual rounds with friends or coordinating large tournaments, TeeTimeHelper has been the go-to platform for golfers who want to streamline their scheduling and RSVPs.

This achievement wouldn’t be possible without our amazing users. Since launching, our mission has been to make golf group coordination as easy and stress-free as possible. Seeing how TeeTimeHelper has become an essential tool for so many golf enthusiasts motivates us to keep improving and adding new features.

Recent Updates

• Batch RSVP Feature – Admin can make adjustments to their events quickly, making RSVP management even easier.

• New Mobile Apps! We’ve recently launched the TeeTimeHelper app for both Apple and Android, making it even more convenient to manage your events on the go.

• Group List Privacy Features – You now have more control over your group lists, ensuring better privacy and customization.

• Pickleball Support – Some admins have use TeeTimeHelper to organize Pickleball games, expanding our community beyond just golf!

What’s Next for TeeTimeHelper?

Reaching 50,000 events is just the beginning! We’d love to hear from you! If you have any suggestions or feedback, drop us a message. Your input helps shape the future of TeeTimeHelper.

Thank you for being a part of our journey. Here’s to the next 50,000 events and beyond!

Happy Golfing,
The TeeTimeHelper Team

Effortlessly Swap Players' Tee Times and Customize Order within Groups

 At TeeTimeHelper, we're always looking for ways to make organizing your golf groups easier and more efficient. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our latest feature: Batch RSVP! Whether you're managing last-minute changes or simply fine-tuning your tee sheet, this update makes swapping members between tee times and adjusting player order easier than ever.

Seamless Tee Time Swaps

Need to switch players around? With Batch RSVP, you can quickly swap members between tee times all on one page. No more tedious manual changes—simply select the players, choose their new tee times, and let TeeTimeHelper handle the rest.

Fine-Tune Your Player Order

Admins now have the power to reorder members within a tee time or group, ensuring the exact playing order you prefer. Whether it's organizing players by handicap, preference, or just keeping friends together, you’re in complete control.

Why You’ll Love Batch RSVP

✅ Faster Adjustments – Move multiple players at once instead of updating each one individually.
✅ Perfect Player Order – Set the exact lineup within each tee time.
✅ Better Organization – Keep your groups structured just the way you like.

This feature is now live, so give it a try and see how much easier it makes managing your golf outings. As always, we love hearing your feedback—let us know what you think!

Happy golfing!
The TeeTimeHelper Team

Maximize Your TeeTimeHelper Experience – Download the App Today!

The TeeTimeHelper app launched five months ago, and the feedback from our members has been fantastic!

With its intuitive design, the app makes managing events effortless. Push notifications replace emails for instant updates, and multi-device support means you can install it on both your phone and tablet with ease. Plus, you can access it on your desktop or through a browser on your phone—whatever works best for you.

As an admin, you might handle most tasks from your computer, but the app enhances your flexibility, letting you seamlessly switch between desktop and mobile whenever you need.

Please encourage your members to download the app! It's more convenient for your members to check their events and tee times using the app. The download links for iOS and Android are below and also available at the bottom of all TeeTimeHelper emails.

iPhone/iPad: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/teetimehelper/id6733228797

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teetimehelper.app

Introducing the Enhanced Admin Tools for TeeTimeHelper

We've introduced a new 'Admin Tools' section near the top of the event details page, providing quick and easy access to essential features for event admins. This enhancement streamlines event management, making tasks like creating new events or batch editing RSVPs more convenient than ever.

The updated Admin Tools interface now features dropdown menus, offering more space to include additional functionalities beyond the previous icon-based layout. This allows us to introduce useful options such as 'Member Stats,' 'Export CSV,' and more. The icon-based Admin Tools section is still available on the page, ensuring you have multiple ways to access key features.

There are three dropdown menus available under the Admin Tools section:

1. Event Management: This menu includes options for adding a new event or cloning an existing event, making it simple to set up your next gathering.

2. Member Management: This menu provides tools related to event participants, including adding members, inviting multiple members, batch editing RSVPs, and viewing member stats.

3. Event Operations: This menu contains actions you can take on the current event, such as adding a group, sending messages, editing event details, locking the event, randomizing event assignments, viewing the tee sheet, exporting event data, and removing the event.

Additionally, the Admin Tools dropdown features a helpful tip section. For example, if your group has only a few members, you'll see a quick link to invite more participants, ensuring your event stays well-organized and engaging.

We hope you enjoy the new Admin Tools dropdown area, designed to provide seamless access to TeeTimeHelper’s event features and make event management more efficient. Try it out and experience the improved convenience today!

Introducing Batch Edit RSVPs: Streamline Your Tee Time Management

We're excited to announce a brand-new feature on our website that will revolutionize how admins manage tee times: Batch Edit RSVPs. This powerful update allows you to easily swap players, assign new participants, or remove players from multiple tee times—all in one efficient pass.

What’s New?

Managing RSVPs for multiple tee times can be time-consuming and error-prone, especially when changes need to be applied across several tee times. With our Batch Edit RSVPs feature, admins now have a centralized tool to:

• Swap Players: Quickly exchange one player for another across tee times.
• Assign Players: Add new participants to upcoming events without manual, individual updates.
• Remove Players: Effortlessly clear out RSVPs from tee times where players are no longer available.

How It Works

1. Select Your Tee Times

Begin by choosing the tee times you need to modify. Whether you're dealing with a single event or multiple events simultaneously, our intuitive interface lets you select the relevant tee times with ease.

2. Choose Your Action

Decide whether you’re swapping, assigning, or removing players. The interface offers clear options for each action, ensuring you apply the correct change to the appropriate slots.

3. Apply Changes in Bulk

Once your selections are made, simply confirm your action. Our system processes your request, updating all selected tee times in one go. This batch process minimizes the risk of errors and saves you valuable time.

Why Batch Edit RSVPs?

• Efficiency: Say goodbye to tedious manual updates. With just a few clicks, modify multiple RSVPs, allowing you to focus on other important tasks.
• Accuracy: Reduce the risk of human error when updating numerous tee times. Our system ensures that all changes are consistently applied.
• Flexibility: Whether you're preparing for a tournament or managing regular play, this tool adapts to your needs, making it easier to respond to last-minute changes.

Real-World Benefits

Imagine this scenario: a key player is unexpectedly unavailable, and you need to replace them with another member. Instead of logging into each event individually, you can now perform a batch swap—instantly updating the affected slot. Alternatively, if a group of players confirms their attendance at the last minute, you can quickly assign them to available slots, ensuring your event runs smoothly without any delays.

Getting Started

We designed Batch Edit RSVPs with you in mind. To start using this new feature:

1. Log in to your admin dashboard.
2. Navigate to the Event Options section.
3. Select “Batch Edit RSVPs” and follow the on-screen prompts.

For any questions please contact us.

Happy teeing off!

The TeeTimeHelper Team

Introducing TeeTimeHelper's New Excel Export Feature for Event Management

We're excited to announce a powerful new feature for TeeTimeHelper that will make event organization even easier and more efficient: Excel Export for Event Data! This feature allows event organizers to quickly export their event details to an Excel file with just a click, making it simple to analyze, sort, and manage participant information.

How It Works

With the new export functionality, you can download a spreadsheet that contains all the key details about your event participants, including:

• Email – every member's email address in one column for easy copying to your clipboard

• Name – Keep track of who has RSVP’d.

• RSVP Status – See at a glance who has accepted, declined, or not yet responded.

• Comment – View any additional notes left by participants.

• Answer to Question – Access responses to custom event questions you may have asked.

This feature is designed to help event organizers streamline their workflows by providing a comprehensive snapshot of participant information in an easy-to-use format.

Who Can Use This Feature?

The Excel export feature is available exclusively for our paid subscribers. If you’re not yet a premium user, now is the perfect time to upgrade and take advantage of this powerful tool along with other exclusive benefits designed to make managing your golf events a breeze.

Why You’ll Love This Feature

• Save Time: No more manually copying and pasting participant details.

• Better Organization: Sort and filter data to suit your needs.

• Easy Sharing: Send participant lists to co-organizers, sponsors, or club management.

• Improved Communication: Use the exported emails to send bulk updates or reminders.

How to Get Started

1. Log in to your TeeTimeHelper account 

2. Navigate to your event page.

3. Click the "Export to Excel" link (under the event title/date)

4. Download the file and start organizing your data effortlessly.

If you have any questions about this new feature or would like to upgrade your account, feel free to contact our support team. We're here to help you make the most out of your TeeTimeHelper experience!

Upgrade today and take control of your event management like never before!

The TeeTimeHelper.com Team