Registration that runs itself
From sign-up to the final standings, ChessHost handles the whole event so the entry table stays calm.
QR Code Self-Registration
Players scan one QR code and enter their own name. No app to download, no account to create, and no entry sheet to type up.
Automatic Pairings
Once everyone is registered, ChessHost pairs every round for you: Swiss, Round Robin, or Knockout, with byes handled automatically.
Live Standings
Results and rankings update automatically after every round, so the leaderboard is always accurate and ready to share.
TV Display
Show pairings, standings, and the registration QR code on a venue TV or projector with one link, in several clean themes.
No more clipboards at the door
Collecting names on paper and typing them into a list is the slowest part of running an event. ChessHost replaces it with a single QR code. Players self-register from their own phones, the roster fills itself in live, and you can start pairing the moment everyone is in, with no install and no spreadsheet.
It runs in any browser on a laptop, tablet, or phone, so you can manage registration and the whole tournament from one device. And because it is free forever with no credit card, you can register a full field and run the event without ever reaching for a payment form.
Open registration for your event free
Create your tournament in under two minutes and share one QR code for sign-ups. No download, no account needed.
Launch ChessHostFrequently asked questions
What is the best free chess tournament registration software?
ChessHost is free chess tournament registration software where players self-register by scanning a QR code, with no app and no account. It also pairs every round, records results, and shows live standings. It is free forever, with no credit card and no signup to try.
How do players register for the tournament?
You share a single QR code, on a screen, a printout, or a link. Players scan it with their phone, type their name, and they are added to the roster instantly. There is nothing to install and no account to create.
Do players need an app or account to sign up?
No. Registration happens in the phone's browser, so players need no app and no login. This makes sign-up fast for casual and club events where you do not want to manage accounts.
Can I add players manually too?
Yes. Alongside QR self-registration you can add or edit players yourself at any time, which is handy for walk-ups or anyone without a phone.