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Overview
WeddingPlayer is a purpose-built iOS app for managing and playing ceremony music at weddings. It works offline, supports smooth crossfade transitions, and features an Operator Mode with oversized controls designed for nervous guests.
Key Facts
| Developer | Don McAllister |
| Platform | iPhone, iPad, Mac (Catalyst) |
| Requirements | iOS 18.0 or later |
| Price | Free (£4.99 IAP for full access) |
| Category | Music / Lifestyle |
| Launch | 2026 |
| Website | weddingplayer.app |
The Story
WeddingPlayer was created by Don McAllister, a semi-retired tech content creator, for his daughter's wedding in March 2026. When he searched for an app that could reliably handle ceremony music — offline, with smooth transitions, and controls simple enough for a nervous best man — nothing existed. So he built one. After it worked flawlessly on the day, he decided to make it available for every couple planning their wedding.
App Icon
Two overlapping gold wedding rings with a play symbol, on deep navy.
Download App Icon (PNG, 1024×1024)Feature Highlights
- Offline-first — works without WiFi
- Apple Music integration with offline download checklist
- Crossfade transitions (1-10 seconds)
- Fade-out with visual countdown (2-15 seconds)
- Volume normalisation across all tracks
- Per-track trim points with preview
- Event-based organisation with custom colours
- Operator Mode with 88pt play button and dark theme
- Looping and auto-advance per event
- No subscriptions, no ads, no tracking
Screenshots
App screenshots will be available here before launch.
Media Contact
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