The right technical architecture
We recommend an edge-rendered frontend (Next/TanStack) + Postgres + a realtime layer for live inventory. Avoid off-the-shelf monoliths if you expect more than 5,000 tickets.
9 min · 2/28/2026
Event Ticketing Systems: What to Know Before You Build
Your ticketing system is the first touchpoint of your event. A bad purchase experience can strip 30% of potential attendance before it begins.
Saudi payment gateways
Essential integrations: Mada, Apple Pay, STC Pay, Tabby, Tamara. Each serves a distinct audience slice — skipping any costs you 12–18% of sales.
Fraud prevention and resale control
Dynamic QR tickets that refresh every 30 seconds, IP tracking, a per-ID purchase cap, and a blacklist for suspicious payment methods.
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