How to Accept Online Bookings for Your Business
Start accepting bookings from your website, social media, and Google — 24/7. This guide covers setup, customization, and going live.
Start the GuideHow to Accept Online Bookings for Your Business This step-by-step guide covers everything you need — from prerequisites to pro tips — so you can complete the process in 30 minutes or less. Browse all how-to guides.
Before You Start
Make sure you have the following ready:
- Business name and contact information
- Service list with durations and prices
Step-by-Step Guide
6 steps · 30 minutes
Sign up and configure your business profile
Create your account, enter your business name, timezone, and contact info. This forms the basis of your public booking page.
Add your services
Enter each bookable service with name, duration, price, and description. Clients see this when choosing what to book.
Set your availability
Define your working hours, days off, and any blackout dates. The booking page only shows slots within these windows.
Start with slightly fewer available hours than you work — you can always expand.
Customize your booking page
Add your logo, brand colors, and a welcome message. Choose whether to show prices and enable the booking form fields you need.
Enable payment collection
Connect Stripe or your preferred payment processor to collect full payments or deposits at the time of booking.
Share your booking link everywhere
Add the link to your website, Instagram bio, Google Business Profile, email signature, and business cards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a website to accept online bookings?
No. SchedulingKit gives you a hosted booking page with its own URL that works on any device. A website is optional.
Can clients book outside of business hours?
Yes — that is the main benefit. Clients can browse availability and book at 2 AM if they want. You only work during your set hours.
Is there a limit on the number of bookings?
No. All plans include unlimited bookings with no per-transaction fees.
Can I accept bookings from multiple channels?
Yes. The same booking system works from your website embed, direct link, social media, and Google Reserve.
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