What is Howler and how does it work?

Howler is an event ticketing and cashless payment platform. You create events, sell tickets online with configurable types, accept payments via credit card, EFT, SnapScan, Zapper, LayUp, or in-store options, and manage cashless transactions at events using RFID wristbands.

How much does Howler cost?

Howler charges organizers 5% per ticket sale plus payment processing fees of around 2.5% + VAT, with zero fees for free online events, donations, and online vouchers (bank charges apply). Custom fee structures are available; vendor fees are set by organizers and may include the Howler fee.

What countries does Howler operate in?

Howler operates in Southern Africa with payment options like Zapper and SnapScan, and Europe with options like Klarna.

How do I sign up for Howler?

Visit organisers.howler.co.za to get started, select a package, and set up your organizer profile. Organizers receive a personal account manager for setup.

Who is Howler best suited for?

Howler is best suited for event organizers hosting in-person festivals, online streams, or get-togethers needing ticketing, cashless payments, and marketing tools.

How do I contact Howler support?

Email the support team at team@howler.co.za.

Does Howler have a plan for teams or businesses?

Yes, Howler offers plans for organizers and vendors at events, with features like account managers and custom fees for businesses.

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Howler is an end-to-end event technology platform for event organizers and attendees, combining ticketing, RFID cashless payments, access control, and event discovery in one system.

Key capabilities include:

Online ticketing for festivals, nightlife, music, lifestyle, and active events, with event pages for ticket sales and support for online payments.
RFID cashless payments that let attendees top up cashless wallets and cash out online, designed for fast on-site vendor transactions.
Access control using RFID wristbands or lanyards to manage entry and zones.
Howler Stream for white-labelled virtual events, including ticketing, live or on-demand streaming, and audience engagement tools.

Available on Web, with apps on Android and iOS.

Built for a B2B2C audience, it serves who need ticketing, cashless payment operations, and access control, and who want to discover events, buy tickets, and manage cashless spend.