> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://cotovan.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # How to Quickly Invite Guests to Record in Riverside - URL: https://cotovan.com/post/how-to-quickly-invite-guests-to-record-in-riverside/ - Published: 2025-11-07T00:00:00.000Z - Updated: 2026-02-16T10:16:18.000Z - Author: Cristi Cotovan - Tags: Riverside.FM Articles Getting guests into your [Riverside](https://cotovan.com/riverside) recording studio is quick — you can share a link or send an email invite directly from the app. Here's how to do both. ## Open the Invite Panel From your Riverside dashboard, look at the bottom of the left sidebar. Next to the **Open studio** button, you'll see a **people icon**. Click it to open the **Invite to record** panel. ![Riverside sidebar showing the Schedule section with project listings, and at the bottom the Open studio button next to a people icon labeled 'Invite to record' with an arrow pointing to it](https://storage.ghost.io/c/5b/aa/5baa4306-14e9-442c-8242-49463a36912f/content/images/2026/02/riverside-invite-to-record-button-1.jpg) Click the people icon next to "Open studio" to invite guests ## Option 1: Share a Link The fastest way to invite someone. In the **Invite people** panel: 1. You'll see a studio link under **Share a link** 2. Choose the role from the dropdown (Guest, Producer, etc.) 3. Click **Copy link** and send it to your guest via any messaging app ![Riverside Invite people panel showing 'Share a link' section with a studio URL, Guest role dropdown, and Copy link button highlighted with an arrow, plus 'Invite via email' section below](https://storage.ghost.io/c/5b/aa/5baa4306-14e9-442c-8242-49463a36912f/content/images/2026/02/riverside-invite-people-share-link.jpg) Copy the studio link and share it — your guest clicks it to join the recording Anyone with the link can join your studio in their browser — no account or download required. ## Option 2: Invite via Email If you prefer, send an email invitation directly from Riverside: 1. In the same **Invite people** panel, scroll to **Invite via email** 2. Type your guest's email address 3. Choose their role (Guest by default) 4. Click **Send invite** ![Riverside Invite people panel with arrow pointing to the email input field under 'Invite via email' section, showing Guest role dropdown and Send invite button](https://storage.ghost.io/c/5b/aa/5baa4306-14e9-442c-8242-49463a36912f/content/images/2026/02/riverside-invite-via-email-field-1.jpg) Enter an email address and click Send invite — Riverside emails them instructions to join Riverside sends them an email with a direct link to your studio and instructions on how to join. ## About Roles When inviting, you can assign different roles: - **Guest** — the default role, can speak and be recorded - **Producer** — can manage the session but isn't recorded - **Audience** — can watch but not participate Choose the role from the dropdown next to the link or email field before sending the invite. - **No app needed** — guests join directly in their browser - **Send early** — give guests time to test their microphone and camera before the session - **Multiple guests** — send the same link to multiple people, or use email invites for individual tracking Ready to start recording with guests? [Get started with Riverside](https://cotovan.com/riverside). If you’re eager to learn more about Riverside and wish to have ****a one-on-one Riverside coaching session**, feel free to [book a call with me](https://cotovan.com/coaching). I’m here to help you with any questions you have and to guide you through the best workflows, tips, workarounds, or just answer any questions you may have! [Book a session ](https://cotovan.com/coaching) ## Free Riverside Tips, Tricks, and Training in Your Inbox I create regular training content on [Riverside.fm](https://cotovan.com/riverside) \- if you're trying to learn the platform, I intend to teach all the ins and outs. Subscribe here and when a new article or video goes live, you'll be the first to know! Subscribe for free Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.