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No more queues

Walk straight into the best nights out.

Backdoor is the free app that gets you on the guest list at top venues near you. Book your spot, skip the queue, and walk straight to the front — all from your phone.

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Free
Always, forever
30s
To book a spot
QR
Scan & walk in
24/7
Book anytime
How it works

From your phone to the front door.

Step 01

Sign up for free

Create your Backdoor account in under a minute. Just your name, email and phone number — no payment details needed.

Step 02

Pick a venue & night

Browse venues near you, choose your night, set your party size, and optionally pay to skip the queue. Confirmed instantly.

Step 03

Show your QR & walk in

When you arrive, open your booking and show the QR code. Door staff scan it, see your name, and you’re in. That’s it.

Nightclub queue
01 — Skip the queue

No more waiting in the rain or in high heels.

Choose your venue, pick your night, and you’re on the list. When you arrive, show your QR code and walk straight to the front. No clipboard hunting, no arguing with the doorman, no standing in the cold.

  • Browse venues and pick any upcoming night
  • Optional paid queue skip to guarantee entry
  • Your booking is confirmed instantly
  • Show your QR code — door staff scan and you’re in
Quick booking
02 — Quick & secure

Book in seconds. Secure by design.

Register once with your name, email and phone — that’s it. Every booking gets a tamper-proof QR code tied to your identity. No screenshots, no fakes, no sharing. Your spot is yours.

  • One-time registration — takes under a minute
  • Secure, cryptographically signed QR codes
  • Party size and plus-ones handled automatically
  • Cancel free anytime (non-paid bookings)
Venues near you
03 — Growing network

Your favourite venues, all in one place.

Backdoor is partnered with a growing number of clubs, bars, lounges and restaurants. New venues are being added every week — and every single one is free to browse and book through.

  • Clubs, bars, restaurants and rooftop venues
  • New venues added globally every week
  • Always free for guests — no hidden charges
  • See venue capacity and availability in real time
Exclusive event
04 — Exclusive events

Last-minute access to events you won’t find anywhere else.

Backdoor-only events drop without warning at venues you already love. Album launches, secret gigs, pop-up exhibitions, private tastings — all exclusively for Backdoor members. If you’re not on the app, you’re not invited.

  • Surprise drops at your favourite venues
  • Gigs, exhibitions, pop-ups and private events
  • First-come, first-served — be quick
  • Only available to registered Backdoor members
Membership

Two ways to experience Backdoor.

Free

Everything you need to get on the list.
£0
Forever
  • Free guest list bookings
    Get on the list at participating venues
  • 3-day advance booking
    Book for tonight or the next few nights
  • Paid queue skips
    Skip the line at the standard venue price*
  • Loyalty points
    Earn points on every check-in
Premium

Premium

The full Backdoor experience.
£99
Per year
  • 14-day advance booking
    Plan ahead — free members are limited to 3 days
  • 1.5x loyalty points
    Earn 50% more points on every check-in
  • Higher priority access
    Your free guest list requests are prioritised
  • Discounted queue skips*
    Reduced prices at participating venues
  • Impossible reservations
    Book tables and tickets at sold-out nights
  • Exclusive members-only events
    Secret drops, private gigs, VIP nights
*at participating venues
Join Backdoor

Your next night out starts right here.

Create your free account and never queue again. New venues and exclusive events are added every week.

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