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Simply Eloped – Building America’s Largest Marketplace

13,000+

Weddings Planned

800+

Vendors

34

Venue

$6M+

Annual Revenue

99%

Platform Uptime

Overview

Simply Eloped is America’s leading elopement and micro-wedding marketplace, helping couples plan intimate weddings that are simple, affordable, and stress-free.
Since 2016, CodersBucket has been the technology partner behind the platform, building the entire ecosystem that powers the business — from the public booking website used by couples to the mobile apps used by vendors.
The platform connects couples with officiants, photographers, florists, venues, and other vendors, coordinating every step of the wedding experience through a streamlined digital system.
Today, Simply Eloped supports 13,000+ weddings, 800+ vendors, and operations across dozens of U.S. locations.

The Challenge

When Simply Eloped launched, the wedding market had a clear gap between expensive traditional weddings and simple courthouse ceremonies.

Market Gap

  • Traditional weddings cost $30,000+ and take 12+ months
  • City hall weddings feel impersonal and rushed
  • No option for intimate + meaningful + affordable weddings
  • Growing demand for simpler wedding experiences

Operations Nightmare

  • Each wedding needs multiple vendors (officiant, photographer, florist)
  • Manual coordination across dozens of cities
  • Vendor communication via emails & spreadsheets
  • 20+ hours spent managing a single wedding

Scaling Challenges

  • Managing hundreds of independent vendors
  • Ensuring consistent service quality across locations
  • Handling multiple bookings simultaneously
  • Risk of operational breakdown at scale

What They Needed

  • Airbnb-like simple booking experience
  • Instant pricing & transparency
  • Automated vendor coordination system
  • Platform that scales from first booking → thousands

The Solution

CodersBucket developed a complete wedding marketplace platform connecting couples, vendors, and administrators, allowing couples to browse destinations, choose packages, and book their weddings online, while vendors manage schedules and jobs via mobile apps.
Wedding Marketplace Platform

  • Smart vendor matching based on location, rating & availability
  • Automatic scheduling with no double bookings
  • Real-time notifications & reminders
  • Reduces workload from 20 hours → 2–3 hours

  • Instant booking notifications
  • Accept or decline jobs in one tap
  • View event details, directions & chat with couples
  • Track earnings and manage payments easily

  • Browse destinations with real photos
  • Real-time date & availability selection
  • Customize packages & add-ons easily
  • Book and pay in under 15 minutes

  • Dedicated Elopement Specialist guides you step‑by‑step
  • Help selecting destination, date, and package that fits you
  • Assistance with marriage license steps and logistics
  • Personalized dashboard with itinerary and details
  • Shareable wedding page for photos & guest info
  • Expert vendor coordination so you stay stress‑free

  • Professionally curated ceremony packages from essentials to premium
  • Personalized officiant and meaningful ceremony included
  • Customizable add‑ons like photography, hair & makeup, florals
  • 0% installment payment plans for budget flexibility
  • Access to 700+ vetted vendors for every service
  • Dedicated specialist coordinates every detail for you

  • Explore unique venues and hidden locations
  • Filter by style, budget, or travel distance
  • Preview real photos and past events
  • Save favorite destinations for easy comparison
  • Instant availability check for selected dates
  • Receive recommendations based on preferences

Key Features We Developed

Wedding Marketplace Platform

  • Browse destinations, venues, and curated wedding packages
  • Simple and seamless online booking process for elopements

Smart Vendor Matching

  • Automatically connects couples with suitable vendors
  • Matching based on location, availability, ratings, and services

Couple Planning Dashboard

  • Personalized dashboard after booking
  • Direct communication with vendors in one place

Automated Scheduling System

  • Smart coordination of vendor availability
  • Prevents double bookings automatically
  • Manages event timelines efficiently

Results & Impact

Grew into a market leader across multiple cities, serving thousands of couples.

client experience

Cut coordination time by 90% with automated workflows and faster onboarding.

Clear Communication

Scaled to 34+ cities, managing thousands of weddings seamlessly.

Maintained 99% uptime with fast performance and 4.8★+ ratings.

Adapted quickly during COVID-19 with flexible planning and rescheduling features.

Janessa White

5.0 Rating on

Simply Eloped has foraged the future for weddings. From our ability to book services without talking to a sales rep (think Airbnb for weddings) to our huge vendor marketplace, we’re by far the largest elopement company in the world. Sarwar and his team has been with us since...

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Janessa White

CEO
Simply Eloped

Why This Project Matters

Scalable System Architecture

Built a high-performance system designed to handle massive user growth without compromising speed or stability.
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Role-Based Access Control

Implemented secure, flexible access levels for different user types, ensuring smooth operations and data protection.
Modern Stack Targets

Operations Management

Streamlined workflows with smart automation, reducing manual effort and improving overall efficiency.

Data-Driven Reporting

Delivered real-time insights with advanced analytics across platform, regional, and user-level data.

Multi-Platform Integration

Seamlessly connected web, mobile, and third-party services for a unified and consistent experience.

Secure Digital Certification

Integrated secure verification systems with fraud prevention to ensure trust and authenticity.

Building a Marketplace or Service Platform?

With over eight years of real-world marketplace experience, we know how to build systems that look simple but handle serious complexity. If you’re launching or scaling a service platform, we can help you build technology that grows with your business.
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