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Share a Private Hunt

Last updated on May 10, 2026

Use this guide when you want another player, family member, class, or group to access a hunt you created.

Backyard Hunt share hunt dialog

Steps

  1. Open My Hunts.
  2. Select the private hunt you want to share.
  3. Open the share options.
  4. Choose the sharing method:
    • Copy a private link.
    • Show or send a QR invite.
    • Start a multiplayer session if available for your hunt.
  5. Send the link or QR code to the players.
  6. Ask players to open the invite on their own device.
  7. Confirm they can see the hunt before starting.

Use Cases

  • Send a prepared hunt to another parent.
  • Let party guests join from their own phones.
  • Share a classroom activity with students.
  • Reuse a hunt across multiple groups.

Before Sharing

  • Check that the hunt has all required clues.
  • Check that QR codes are ready.
  • Remove test clues or draft content.
  • Confirm the hunt name is clear for recipients.