Host Bingo

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Participate with virtual or printed cards

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Host the session with the number generator

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Validate the grids and start a new session

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Q:Can I try first to see if it works for me?

Yes. When you sign up, you’ll receive 2 credits. This allows you to create a bingo project of 25 grids and try all the different features of the virtual number generator. You will be able to organize as many sessions as you want for three hours and modify the patterns by clicking “Restart the session”.

Q:Q: What free services do you offer?

The Free Virtual Session is a daily free activity you can organize with 25 virtual participants. It’s available every 23 hours when you create an account: Free Virtual Session.

The Free Digital Bingo Cage is a free version of our virtual number generator. The main difference with the official tool is that it’s not linked to the virtual boards, and doesn’t validate the results automatically. You can use it to generate random numbers. You can also use it as a Bingo Flashboard and display your extracted numbers to attendees on TV/projector screens: Free Digital Bingo Cage.

The Free Virtual Board is a standalone clickable grid. You can use it if you don’t have any printed templates, and validate the squares manually when a pattern is completed: Free Virtual Board.

Q:How can I host a bingo activity with your platform?

First, you need to create an account using an email or Facebook. Then you create a bingo project with the number of grids you need. If you want to use printed layouts, click “Cards” in the row of your project and print them. Once you are ready to start the activity, activate the virtual number generator by clicking Start. The settings are set by default for virtual boards. Set an event name and a password so participants can join your virtual session. If you are using printed grids, select the option “Set all to print”. Select the completed patterns for the first session and activate the generator.

Q:How can attendees join a session and get a virtual board?

Participants can join your virtual event at BingoMaker.com, and click “Join a session“. They search for your event name on the Session List Page or your own private event page. They click “Join”, enter your password, and receive their virtual templates. Attendees can have from 1 to 4 virtual grids per web browser. There is no login process for guests to get their boards. You can select new completed patterns when you restart the activity. The participants’ grids will be reset, and they keep participating with the same virtual boards.

Q:How long can the virtual generator be active?

When you activate the digital bingo tumbler for a bingo project, the generator will be active by default for 3 hours. You can select more hours at the bottom of the Session Settings page before you activate the tool for up to 31 days.

Q:What is the difference between printed and virtual boards?

Virtual boards can be used on any web browser. Participants can have from 1 to 4 grids per web browser, and they join your session using your event password or an access code. The virtual number generator will automatically validate the results. Printed templates are real grids printed on paper; they are not virtually linked with the generator. The completed patterns will still appear in the results list, but since the software can’t confirm the valid squares, you’ll need to confirm them manually. You can use virtual and printed layouts in the same event. Select how many virtual boards you want in the session settings, and the others will be set as printed.

Q:How much does it cost to host a bingo event?

Once you activate the virtual number generator, you can organize as many sessions as you want and select different patterns every time you restart a new activity. To learn more about our costs: Credit System and Services.

Q:Can participants have multiple virtual bingo grids?

Yes, we updated this feature in January 2025 so attendees can have from 1 to 4 boards per device (web browser). If you close the browser and come back, you will get your grid back and continue participating. Our system is set up to avoid people losing their boards when they close their window or the web browser. If you want to use many grids, you could use other web browsers, or private sessions. You can use an incognito window on Google Chrome. On iPhone, you could have one board with Safari and another one with Chrome.

Q:How many sessions can I organize?

Once the digital bingo cage of a project is activated, you can organize as many activities as you want by clicking “Restart the session”. You can modify the completed patterns every time you restart the event. Participants can have up to 4 grids per web browser. When you restart the session, the attendees’ boards will be reset, and they keep participating with the same grids.

Q:Do attendees need to create a user account to join a virtual session?

Participants don’t need a user account to join a virtual activity. They can join your event using the public password or with a code from the codes list.

Q:How do I create my templates and get ready to host my event?

First, go to the main page of your account and click on “New Bingo Project” (top right corner). At “Number of grids,” select the number of layouts you need (25 to 3,000 grids), and select the other settings as needed. Once you are done, click at the bottom “Create the grids”. Your bingo project will be available on the main page of your account.

Q:How did Bingo Maker start?

Bingo Maker was founded in 2016 and developed by Nubee. There were no good SaaS services at the time to make random bingo layouts and host an event with printed or virtual boards. Bingo Maker Inc. is a Canadian company located in Québec. The company name in French is “Fabricant de bingo inc.”.

Q:Can the app create similar templates?

The application checks if similar grids exist in the same project. With each new layout created, the software compares the new one with the others already created and thus makes sure there is no duplication. It is, however, possible to have similar boards in different projects.

Q:Do attendees need to download an application to participate?

No download is required. Your participants can join the virtual bingo session directly through any standard web browser on their smartphone, tablet, or computer. Our platform is a fully web-based SaaS application, making it highly accessible and easy to use for all your guests.

Q:Can I customize the templates with my own logo or branding?

Yes, our software offers a white-label option. You can insert your company or school logo, display custom images, and promote your own website on the printed bingo boards. This feature is highly appreciated by organizers for corporate events and promotional activities.

Q:Can I create grids using custom words or emojis instead of numbers?

Absolutely! Our platform allows you to generate custom bingo grids using your own lists of words, custom phrases, or even emojis. This feature is perfect for teachers organizing educational sessions, or for hosts creating themed dynamics (such as holiday activities, baby showers, or team-building events).

Q:Do I need to commit to a monthly subscription to host an event?

No, Bingo Maker operates on a flexible pay-per-use credit system. You are not tied to any recurring monthly subscriptions. You only use credits when you create a new bingo project and activate the virtual number generator for your specific event. You can also activate the “Unlimited” feature to use the same project for 7 days without needing to obtain additional credits.