What's New (Change Log)
Keep up with all the new updates as they happen
July 15th, 2026
Another new feature (setting) has just been released. We already had the "maximum number of requests in the queue" setting. But we've added another choice/option to it. Hosts can now decide if the maximum is "per singer's name" or "per user". What does this mean? Example - Let's say the limit was one. Per Singer's name means that I can make one request for me, but I can also make a request for you (once) and I can make a duet request for me and somebody else. Each of those requests is a new "singer's name". If the new setting is turned on, it doesn't matter if I change my name or add a duet or do anything extra, my device can still only put one request into the queue at a time. Of course, once I have my turn, I can then add another request.
For hosts using this setting, we would recommend that you do not set the maximum to one. Making the maximim "two" means that at least they can put in one request for a friend. All apps remain the same. It is just an admin panel setting.
July 1st, 2026
Update for tipping Hosts and Singers using PayPal. Improved wording and display for Duet Finder to reduce misunderstanding. Improved display for tipping another singer allowing onscreen keyboard to be minimised.
June 19th, 2026
Web Based Host Version - It now receives notifications! It uses the notifications to trigger an auto refresh the same way the Host App does. Now you can get real time data without hitting the refresh button.
June 5th, 2026
A new Request status has been added. When a Host removes the "you are next" notification, Singers will be notified that they have missed their turn and will be called again later. It will also be displayed in their requests list. Singers can now use PayPal to tip their Host providing the Host has this activated. This is in addition to card payments through stripe.
May 19th, 2026
Update to display a scroll down arrow on the login screen (for those who use larger fonts).
May 18th, 2026
Duet finder has now been added. If you want to sing a Duet and you don't have a partner, you can initiate a Duet Finder. The App will message all other Singers at the event, and someone can choose to do the other part with you. Upon initiating a Duet Finder, the song will be locked out for 10 minutes where other Singers will only be able to join this specific Duet. After 10 minutes, a Singer can override the Duet Finder and choose the song for themselves.
March 21st, 2026
The Web Based User Version has had some tweaks. Firstly, it will also now show the button for "Host's Suggestions". Secondly, when a session is timed out, we are now displaying "Last Venue" with a "reconnect" button. That way they don't need the Venue code if they are returning to the same venue.
March 18th, 2026
If the Host has pre-selected some songs, Singers will be able to browse through a "Host's Suggestions" list. An additional menu item will appear across the bottom of the screen.
March 17th, 2026
Hosts can now "Message My Singers" using SMS. For quite a few months now, we have been collecting "permission to send". This was improtant to comply with GDPR laws. In the admin panel you will see a new menu item - SMS. Clicking on this will give you a few options to choose so you can refine who you message. Complete the process and it will send them a text from our generic number. Your number is secure and so is the Singer's.
February 27th, 2026
New Search Bar design has been added. We've updated the way an apostrophe and accented letters are searched to provide more desired results. Updated Facebook SDK ensuring future Facebook login access. Improvement to Dropdown boxes where location is not available. Improvement to tips where a Singer can tip a host without making a request. Singers can now see and leave reviews for each venue.Hosts can see reviews left by Singers. Improved notifications in relation to SongBoss integration. Hosts are now provided with a message advising them that Request Approvals are automated from within SongBoss when integrated. Updated manufacturers catalogues to include an option of using a list that is KaraFun specific. If you are a Karafun user, we automate the catalogue for you.
February 17th, 2026
Major SongBoss upgrade - WCIS now integrates 2-way with requests. What this means - Managing your requests in SongBoss will auto approve requests in WCIS. It will also automatically "Notify next" for each singer. Plus When the song is complete, it will auto-delete from WCIS. The big advantage this means for Hosts - You can use our "Maximum number of requests in the queue" feature and it will be automated for you. You can use our "Notify next", plus our "Do not allow duplicate requests" automatically. It will automatically sned a notification to the Singer when a request is approved. All of this will work though our App and Web-based systems. Plus it will prevent 2 people from using the same name.
February 7th, 2026
Singers can now send a tip to the Host along with their Missing Song Request (more places where a tip can be added). Hosts now have the ability to restrict Missing Song Requests - they can now set a maximum daily limit for each singer. Workflow improvements. Improvement to search bar to make it more user friendly and intuitive. Update to wording when requests have been closed by the Host. When upload songs, Hosts can now choose column mapping when uploading a CSV of their catalogue - if there columns are in the wrong order. Hosts can now use PayPal to purchase new subscriptions. We've added an improvement to statistics. We also made some backend changes to allow for more features (that we are currently working on).
February 1st, 2026
Hosts - We have just released a brand new feature that many have been waiting for – Web Based User Version (WBUV). It looks just like the App but it’s web based. Singers don’t need to download anything and there is no login. Simply open your unique URL and they are ready to browse and submit. This means that you can now use WCIS completely App free. You can now have a dedicated URL or QR Code specific to YOUR venue. Singers can scan a QR code that takes them directly into your songbook. The best part is that it is "cross platform". Out of town singers who might have found you because they are an App user can still use the App. Web, iOS or Android, it doesn't matter as they all talk to each-other.
December 5th, 2025
Improvement to the map screen where multiple pins are available. There is a new message and information notifying Singers to swipe until they find the correct venue. Opt-in checkbox added where Singers can choose to receive future SMS messages from the host.
October 25th, 2025
New screen for venues where digital requests are turned off (“Show this screen to your Host”). Updated wording when a song search returns no results for clearer guidance. Improved flow for guest users accessing unique features. Added the ability to toggle between Search and Filter for quicker navigation. Hosts can now choose to prevent users from changing their "Singer's Name". Enhanced duet/group prompts (a "Duet" check box has been added) and fixed an issue with songs displaying in the wrong order.
September 18th, 2025
Singers can "Expand all" on the Artist's screen. Bug fix for pins not displaying correctly when using "Today's Events". If Singers login from a prompt after using the "Skip login" it will take them back to where they were providing a better workflow.
August 29th, 2025
Ability to register your performance so other Singers can see where you will be performing and for you to find other nearby Singers. Ability to give and receive ratings for singers added – find your rating and register in the menu (top left). Ability to give and receive tips to/from other Singers. Ability to filter events to show “Today Only” or all events.
July 24th, 2025
Update side menu theme for dark mode to improve readability. Pin clustering when zoomed out on Map Screen (it will display a number showing the amount of pins in that area). Update to provide framework for Software integration WCIS now integrates with SongBoss, Virtual DJ, OpenKJ and Siglos. Improved map screen instructions. Screen display fix where some buttons were able to be hidden by bottom tool bar.
June 26th, 2025
Singers can now change the order of their requests within the App. Fixed the bug of forgot password where if user has signed up using Apple or Facebook only and tries to tap on forgot password providing phone number it will no longer say the “User not found” and will say “Please login with Facebook” or “Please login with Apple” respectively. Improved the display of the Roulette Wheel stand for Dark mode. Improved the display of Karaoke Roulette when there are no spin choices available.
May 21st, 2025
Karaoke Roulette feature has been added to the menu - Singers can spin a wheel to have a song chosen at random. Bug fix for search in Favourites List. Fix so that "Withdraw" button is not displayed on a declined request. Improved error display when tipping is compulsory, and payment has failed.
April 26th, 2025
Modified tipping display. "Tip Your Host" checkbox has been added.
March 30th, 2025
Additional setting added allowing Singers to choose how their favourites list is displayed. Options are "Date Added" and "Alphabetical" order.
March 25th, 2025
Additional text added in the case where a song search does not produce any results (or spelling is incorrect). They will now see "No results - either the song is not available or there is an error in your search".
March 4th, 2025
Fixed issue logging out Kiosk
February 13th, 2025
Increased font size showing how to scan the map for more venues. This update will also purge an outdated token that was causing a “null” error for some users.
February 5th, 2025
This update includes a major back-end upgrade, adding new venue types (Directory Only, Songbook + Pin). Singers can now select their language in settings. It also features enhanced security (encryption occurs one step eariler), better handling of venues with disabled digital requests (it creates an electronic slip that Singers show to the Host), and improved tipping options. Users can log in before selecting a venue, and kiosk behavior now supports multiple venues. Additional upgrades include handling duplicate requests (Duplicates are now based solely on Title and Artist and now ignore "notes". If the Host has the same song listed twice due to different makers, the App will treat them as the same song). Improved user account creation.
April 24th, 2024
Improvement for Skip Login users. This update will allow them to access the login screen quicker if they decide they want their own account. Improvement to Search bar making the whole box active. You can now tap on anywhere within the box to activate the Search function. Bug fix for remember login on device. App will now log in after remembering credentials.
March 14th, 2024
New sign-up and login screens to make it easier to navigate.
February 29th, 2024
New menu layout allowing more space for future features. More prominent search bar to make it easier for singers to find. More information in Kiosk mode to show Singers where they can get their own copy of the App (including a scannable QR code). When a Singer decides to use "Skip Login", a better warning is provided to them explaining the disadvantages. Added menu to Map screen to allow for future features specifically for Singers, that will not require them to be at an active venue.
January 31st, 2024
Update to Facebook login to comply with updated requirements.
January 11th, 2024
Support for Portrait Upside Down orientation added.
December 29th, 2023
Improvement to map screen in Singer's App, including a refresh button if your phone doesn’t geolocate you correctly or load dropdown boxes before timing out.
September 6th, 2023
Wording changes to Kiosk accounts to improve Name details provided by Singers.
August 23rd, 2023
Improvements to allow access for those who are worried about using their location. It will scan for location and if it is not available, it will provide access to dropdown boxes where Hosts and Singers can choose their venue manually
July 18th, 2023
Added a “swipe down” to refresh the New Additions page. Updated Stripe SDK to allow tipping to continue. Improved visibility for adding payment card details. Improved dialogue boxes to notify User of a failed tip payment.
May 31st, 2023
Fix to acknowledgement screen to pause the timer when users are looking at advertising or sharing to Social Media. Extra notification for Kiosk accounts - If a Singer does not enter their name, the notification telling them it is required is now more prominent.
April 26th, 2023
Improved font for kiosk logout, whilst in dark mode.The font colour now changes to make it visible against the dark background.
April 13th, 2023
Feature improvements. Improved menu visibility and increased font size. Improved "New Additions" screen. Bug fix of the progress indicator. Code improvements. Black screen bug fix during Tipping process.
January 24th, 2023
Feature improvements. Acknowledgement pop-up screen now contains a timer. It will automatically close the pop-up when the timer runs out. Display of duplicate location improved. If 2 identical locations are added, tapping on a pin will now include a "swipe until you find the correct entry".
November 11th, 2022
The App will now remember a Singer's preferred key change. If a Singer submits a request with a key change added, the App will remember this and automatically apply it next time the song is requested. The Singer can still override this if they choose. Kiosk logout in "Dark Mode" improved.
October 17th, 2022
Toast messages have been changed to pop-ups to improve information provided to singers. Further improvements to Kiosk mode.
September 28th, 2022
Changes to the Kiosk account behaviour to better represent a shared account. A password is now required to logout of a kiosk account. Share options have been removed along with external links. First and Last names will now be required to help identify singers when using a Kiosk account.
July 15th, 2022
Singer's can now see their position in the queue if the host has enabled this feature. It wll display "Queue position:" with a number.
March 7th, 2022
Home Screen has been changed to the map screen. Hosts can now choose to allow “Skip Login” Users to make requests (Guest account). This means that no login is required. Hosts can decide if a “Skip login” User can be included in the Random Draw. Font colour of text in dropdown boxes has been changed to make it easier to read. “Skip login” Users can also submit tips.
January 11th, 2022
One off subscription added. This is designed for single event parties. Examples would be Weddings, Corporate functions or Private parties. "My Requests" removed from the kiosk menu. As a kiosk is a shared account, we do not want Users to be able to Withdraw other patrons requests or change the order or requests. Other Feature improvements.
December 3rd, 2021
Updated Facebook authentication. Improved notifications and badges.
August 19th, 2021
The kiosk account will now automatically clear the search field after use. This presents a fresh unfiltered catalogue to the next person using the kiosk.
February 2nd, 2021
This version is a completely new rebuild – faster and more reliable with many more features. Modern design with a focus on Ease of Use and User Experience. No outdated clunky websites that are difficult to use like all of our competitors. Singers can now see more information about events. They can add (and remove) their name to an events list. Singers can view a list of venues in order of closest to them ("List View" along with map view) . Users are able to choose between dark or light mode. More information can be communicated between the Singer and Host - Hosts can "buzz the crowd". Singer's can add themselves to a "going" list for each event. Tapping on the venue details will Give Singers an option to "find directions" using Google Maps - we can show them how to get there. The App will now display dates and times of events including what time requests are opened. Singers can now send the Host a "Missing Song Request" if there is something they don't have. Hosts can customise the App including Company name and logo. Hosts can choose to ban and un-ban Users. Hosts can manually override the opening times and close requests early if they are full. They can also re-open if needed.
September 26th, 2020
Singers can now skip login. Skipping login will allow the user to view details of venues, and to view and search songbooks.
August 29th, 2020
Additional “Forgot Password” options added. Additional login methods added. Additional user experience improvements. More User account editing and linking options added. Singers can now link login with Email, Facebook or Apple Id or any combination
June 12th, 2020
Singers can now withdraw a request. If they change their mind or want to leave, they can now simply remove any/all of their requests from the list. Hosts will be notified that a request has been withdrawn and they will be able to adjust their rotation accordingly.
May 15th, 2020
Users are able to use the App with location services disabled. It is worth noting that disabling location services will make some features unavailable (example - "directions on how to get there").
May 9th, 2020
Tapping on a pin on the mapping screen now provides two options. The first option allows the user to view the songbook for the venue. The second option opens a mapping App and provides directions to the venue.
March 25th, 2020
A special login can now be created that makes the User app behave in a kiosk-style format.
March 17th, 2020
Bug fixes. Users can now see a history of their requests. Users can now perform a "fuzzy search" by using both Title & Artist and also part words.
February 27th, 2020
Singers can now see the last 100 songs that a Host has added to their songbook (this list is automated based on what the Host has added and when). Singers can also add and remove songs from a Favourites list. They can also submit a request directly from the New Additions list or their Favourites list.
February 11th, 2020
Bug fixes. Users now have the ability to ask the Host to get a new song for them, via a new requests menu. More characters will now display in song titles. Hosts now have a better songbook management system.
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