ⓘ This article is for Event Organizers
Organizing an event is stressful enough, but designing, printing, and managing badges doesn’t have to be. With Expo Pass Badge Manager, you get a streamlined, intuitive tool that lets you design badge shells, configure print layers, and assign badges to attendees all in one place.
Whether you’re prepping for a small meetup or a large-scale conference, the Badge Manager simplifies the badge-creation process so you can spend more time on event planning and less time wrestling with logistics.
❗ Important: All final APPROVED badge shell artwork is due for ordering 24 days before your event start date. If artwork is submitted later than this, Expo Pass cannot guarantee badge production, full-color options, or on-time delivery.
Accessing the Expo Pass Badge Manager
The Expo Pass Badge Manager streamlines your event's badge design and management process. Follow these steps to access and utilize its features:
Log into Expo Pass and select Your Event
On the left nav bar, click on Onsite ➜ Design Badges
Click "Get Started."
1. Choose your Badge Material (based on what was included on your Order Form)
Paper (standard)
Plastic
2. If you chose Paper, select your Badge Shell Size:
4x6" Badge Shell
4x3" Badge Shell
If you chose Plastic, select your Badge Shell Size:
4x6" Standard Badge Shell
This plastic badge can have a white or clear 4x3" label
4.25x6" Pocket Badge Shell
This is a plastic badge with a pocket and a paper 4x3" paper badge. This is a special order and not our standard Plastic Badge.
3. Click Create New Shell
Enter a Shell Name
We recommend Default or Attendee if you will only have 1 badge
Select Notches
No Notch (requires sleeve)
This is for Paper badges only
Single Notch
Double Notches
Select Artwork Layout
Single-sided
Double-sided
Click Save and then click Next
4. Click Create New Print Layer
Enter a Print Layer Name
We recommend Default or Attendee if you will only have 1 badge
Click Save and then click Next
5. Finalize your Badge
Enter a Badge Name
We recommend Default or Attendee if you will only have 1 badge
The first badge will always be toggled on as the Default badge
Click Assign Badge
Now you will be in the Badge Designer for the badge you formed. This is where you will design your badge shell and printer layer for your event.
For detailed guidance on designing your badge shell, refer to our article