SeatGeek lets you transfer tickets to another person through your account, but the process and rules depend on who you're sending them to and what the event venue allows
SeatGeek's transfer feature works through the app or website. You select the tickets you want to send, enter the recipient's email address, and they receive a link to accept the transfer. The person receiving the tickets does not need a SeatGeek account to accept them — they can claim the tickets using just the email link. Once accepted, the tickets move to their account or email, depending on how the venue distributes them.
Not all tickets can be transferred. The event organizer or venue sets the transfer rules for each event. Some events allow unlimited transfers, some allow transfers only before a certain date, and some do not allow transfers at all. You will see whether a ticket is transferable when you look at your order details in the SeatGeek app or on the website.
The person you transfer to may or may not be able to transfer the tickets again to someone else. That depends on the venue's policy, not SeatGeek's. You should check the event details before transferring to know whether the recipient can pass them along.
Key Takeaways
- You transfer tickets by opening your SeatGeek account, finding the order, and selecting the transfer option with the recipient's email address.
- The person receiving the tickets gets an email link and can accept them without creating a SeatGeek account.
- Not all events allow transfers — the venue or event organizer decides, and you can see the transfer policy in your order details before you try.
- Some venues allow only one transfer, or transfers only before a important date, so confirm the rules before you send tickets to someone else.
- Once the recipient accepts the transfer, the tickets belong to them and they can use them to enter the event.
How to Start a Transfer in the SeatGeek App
Open the SeatGeek app and go to your account. Tap "My Tickets" or "Orders" — the exact label varies by app version. Find the event you want to transfer tickets from and tap it to open the order details.
Look for a "Transfer" button or link. If you do not see one, the venue does not allow transfers for that event. If the button is there, tap it. You will see a screen asking you to enter the recipient's email address. Type the email exactly as the person will use it to check their inbox — mistakes here mean they will not receive the transfer link.
Select which tickets from your order you want to transfer. You can transfer all of them or just some. Once you confirm, SeatGeek sends an email to the recipient with a link to accept the transfer. That link usually stays active for several days, but check your confirmation email for the exact important date.
How to Transfer Tickets on the SeatGeek Website
Log into your SeatGeek account on a computer or mobile browser. Click "My Account" or "Orders" in the menu. Find the event and click on it to see the full order.
Look for a "Transfer Tickets" option. Click it and enter the recipient's email address in the field that appears. Double-check the spelling — the recipient will not receive the link if the email is wrong. Select which tickets you want to transfer from the order.
Click "Send Transfer" or the equivalent button. SeatGeek will send a confirmation to you and an acceptance link to the recipient. The recipient can click the link in their email to claim the tickets, even if they have never used SeatGeek before.
What Happens After You Send a Transfer
The person you sent the tickets to receives an email from SeatGeek with a link to accept the transfer. They do not need to create an account or log in — they can accept the transfer directly from the email link. Once they click the link and confirm, the tickets move to their name.
Depending on the venue, the tickets may appear in their SeatGeek account, or SeatGeek may send them a separate email with the tickets attached or a barcode to use at entry. The confirmation email you receive will tell you how the recipient will get their tickets.
Once the transfer is complete, you no longer have access to those tickets. You cannot cancel the transfer or take the tickets back after the recipient accepts them. Make sure you are sending to the right person and the right email address before you confirm.
Venues That Restrict or Block Transfers
Some venues and event organizers do not allow ticket transfers at all. This is common for high-demand events, resale-restricted shows, or events where the ticket holder must show ID at entry. If transfers are blocked, you will not see a transfer option in your account.
Other venues allow transfers but only until a certain date — often a few days or a week before the event. After that date passes, the transfer button disappears and you cannot send the tickets to someone else. Check the event details or your order confirmation to see if there is a transfer important date.
Some venues allow only one transfer per ticket. If you transfer a ticket to someone, they may not be able to transfer it again. The person you send it to should check the event details to know whether they can pass the tickets along if their plans change.
What to Do If the Transfer Does Not Go Through
If the recipient says they did not receive the email, ask them to check their spam or junk folder — transfer emails sometimes get filtered. Have them search for "SeatGeek" in their email to find it. If they still cannot find it, the email address you entered may have been misspelled.
If you entered the wrong email address, you cannot recall the transfer link once it is sent. You will need to contact SeatGeek support through the app or website to cancel the transfer and try again with the correct address. This can take a few hours or longer depending on how busy support is.
If the transfer button is not appearing for an event you thought allowed transfers, the venue may have closed transfers because the event is too close or because of a policy change. Contact SeatGeek support to confirm whether the event still allows transfers.
Transferring Tickets to Someone Without a SeatGeek Account
You do not need to worry about whether the recipient has a SeatGeek account. When you enter their email address and send the transfer, SeatGeek creates a temporary link that works whether or not they have ever used the platform. They straightforward click the link in their email and accept the tickets.
If they want to keep using SeatGeek in the future, they can create an account after accepting the transfer. But they do not have to — they can accept the tickets, get the barcode or entry information, and go to the event without ever setting up an account.
Make sure the email address you use is one the recipient checks regularly. If they miss the acceptance email or the link expires, you may need to send the transfer again or contact SeatGeek support to resend it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I transfer tickets after the event has already started?
No. Once an event begins, tickets cannot be transferred. Most venues close transfers a few hours before the event starts. If you try to transfer after that window closes, the transfer button will not appear in your account.
What if the person I'm transferring to wants to transfer the tickets to someone else?
That depends on the venue's policy. Some venues allow unlimited transfers, but others allow only one transfer per ticket or no transfers after a certain date. The recipient should check the event details in their SeatGeek account to see if they can transfer the tickets again.
Do I get charged a fee to transfer tickets?
SeatGeek does not charge a fee to transfer tickets between people. However, if the recipient later sells the tickets through SeatGeek's resale marketplace, SeatGeek will take a percentage of the sale price, as it does for all resales.
What if I accidentally transferred tickets to the wrong email address?
Contact SeatGeek support through the app or website as soon as possible. Support can sometimes cancel the transfer link before the recipient accepts it, allowing you to send the transfer again to the correct email. The sooner you contact them, the better your chances of fixing it.
Can I transfer just one ticket if I bought multiple tickets for the same event?
Yes. When you start a transfer, you can choose which tickets from your order you want to send. You can transfer all of them or select just one or a few. The tickets you do not transfer stay in your account.