Join a padlet

Updated 4 days ago by Rana Wilds

What you need
FAQs

"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together."

You can create your own padlet at any time! But if you'd like to be a part of a padlet created by another user, you'll need a little something extra. No worries, though. It's simple! Let's "go together" so I can show you how. 😉

What you need

Padlets are Secret by default. This means they are not searchable on the web. You will need one of the following items to join a padlet created by another user:

A link to the padlet
The padlet's QR code
An email invitation from the creator (or someone with Admin permissions)

All of the things above can be obtained from the padlet's creator. If you would simply like to explore what has been created in the Padlet world, feel free to visit our awesome Gallery.

To edit a padlet that has been shared with you, the Owner of the padlet must adjust the 'Visitor permissions' (to give you editing rights) by choosing Moderator or Admin.

Join with a link

Join a padlet created by another user with the link (provided by the padlet's creator). Simply click the link or type it in the browser's address bar to gain access.

You can also click the Join button on your dashboard and enter the link there.

In the Padlet app, click Join (the paperclip icon) at the bottom of the screen > Enter URL.

Creators can generate the link by clicking the Share arrow in the upper-right side of their padlet > Copy link to board/sandbox. If using a web browser, you can also copy the URL from the address bar. Then, paste the link where you'd like to share it with others.

Join with a QR code

If you have been given a QR code for access, you can use your device or app's QR code scanner. If using the app, click on the Join button (paperclip icon) at the bottom of the screen > Scan QR code.

On some devices, you can open your camera app to view the QR code. Tap the URL that displays and the padlet will open. If there's a (+) sign on the padlet, you can add your posts.

Join via email invitation

If you have received an email invitation from Padlet, just click the link in the email. It will redirect you to the padlet you have been invited to.

If you have more than one Padlet account -- before clicking on the invite link, be sure you are logged in to the account that the link is inviting. If you are not in the correct account, you will receive an error message denying you access.

Install the Padlet Android and iOS app on your devices to automatically open padlets with a mobile device.

FAQs

Why does the padlet I'm trying to join say "There's nothing there / 404 Not Found?"

You may have mistyped the URL. Ensure the link is correct. Although not likely, the padlet may be deleted. Check with the owner to confirm the padlet has not been deleted. Alternatively, you can check out our Troubleshooting article or contact us here!

When I click on the link in my email invitation it takes me to a page that says, "The user open_notification does not exist." Why?

You may be logged into an alternate account. If you have multiple accounts with Padlet and you're logged into Account 'A,' but you click on an invite link for Account 'B,' it may display this page.

Solution: Try logging into Account 'B' and clicking the link again. If this doesn't work, please let us know!