How-To Guides
Step-by-step instructions to master every feature of mySavory.life
Navigate to Create Session
Click "Create Session" or "Begin Your Experience" from the home page. You'll be taken to the session creation page.
Name Your Session
Enter a descriptive session name like "Friday Night Dinner" or "Team Lunch - June 15". This helps participants know which session they're joining. Click "Create" to generate your session.
Add Restaurants (Location Search)
Recommended Method: Enter a location in the search field:
- Type a city name: "San Francisco"
- Or a neighborhood: "SoHo, New York"
- Or an address: "123 Main St, Boston"
- Click "Search" to generate 10 popular restaurants
- Check the boxes next to restaurants you want
- Click "Add Selected" to add them to your session
Review Your Selections
Your selected restaurants appear in a list. You can remove any by clicking the X icon. Ensure you have at least 2 restaurants before proceeding.
Continue to Session Page
Once satisfied with your restaurant list, click "Continue to Session". You'll be taken to your session dashboard where you can copy and share the link with your group.
Pro Tips
- • Add 3-10 restaurants for the best experience
- • Mix different cuisines to give everyone options
- • Include restaurants at various price points if budget varies
- • Try "Practice Games" first if you're new to the platform
Copy the Session Link
On the session page, you'll see a "Session Link" card with the full URL. Click the "Copy" button to copy the link to your clipboard. The button will show "Copied!" to confirm.
Share via Your Preferred Method
Paste the link into:
- Text message or SMS
- Group chats (WhatsApp, Telegram, etc.)
- Social media DM
- Slack or Microsoft Teams channels
Track Participation
The session page shows a "Participation" card displaying how many people have voted out of total participants. Refresh the page to see updated numbers as people join and vote.
Access Session Anytime
Bookmark the session page or save the link. You can return to view results anytime within 7 days of creation. After 7 days, the session expires automatically.
Important Notes
- • The session link is public—anyone with the link can participate
- • Don't share the link publicly if you want to limit participants
- • Sessions expire after 7 days for privacy and data management
Click the Session Link
Click the link shared by the host. You'll be taken to the session welcome page.
Enter Your Name
Type your name (or a nickname) in the field and click "Continue". This name will be associated with your vote in the results.
Choose a Game
Select one of three game types:
Play the Game
Interact with your chosen game:
- Plinko: Click "Drop the Ball" and watch it fall through the pegs
- Spin Wheel: Click "Spin the Wheel" and wait for it to stop
- Direct Choice: Click on your preferred restaurant card and click "Confirm Selection"
Confirm Your Vote
After the game shows your result, click "Confirm My Selection" to submit your vote. You'll see a confirmation screen with a button to view results.
Game Tips
- • Try "Practice Games" from the home page to test all three game types
- • Plinko and Spin Wheel add excitement but are truly random
- • Direct Choice is best if you already know your preference
- • You can vote again from the results page if you change your mind
Top Selection Card
At the top, you'll see the winning restaurant highlighted with a trophy icon. This card shows the restaurant name, cuisine type, total votes received, and the percentage of total votes. This is your group's consensus choice!
Statistics Summary
Three cards show key metrics:
- Participation: How many people voted out of total participants
- Total Votes: Total number of votes cast
- Popular Experience: Which game type was used most (Plinko, Wheel, or Choice)
Complete Results
This section lists all restaurants in order of votes received. Each entry shows the restaurant's ranking, name, cuisine, vote count, and percentage. A visual progress bar illustrates the vote distribution, making it easy to see which restaurants were most popular.
Vote Details
See exactly who voted for what! This section shows each participant's name, the game they played, and their restaurant selection. Perfect for transparency and understanding individual preferences.
Action Buttons
Two buttons at the bottom:
- Back to Session: Return to the session page to copy the link or check details
- Vote Again: Change your vote by playing again (useful if you change your mind)
Using Results Effectively
- • Refresh the page to see updated votes as more people participate
- • Share the results page link to let everyone see the group decision
- • In case of a tie, create a new session with just the tied restaurants
- • Screenshot results for your records before the 7-day expiration