Book Appointments by Text Message
SchedulingKit's SMS Appointment Booking turns your business phone number into a text-based booking channel. Clients send a text like 'I need a consultation next week' and the AI assistant responds within seconds — understanding the request, checking your calendar, and confirming the appointment through a natural text conversation. SMS works on every phone (no smartphone required), has 98% open rates, and doesn't require clients to visit a website or download an app. For businesses whose clients prefer texting — younger demographics, mobile-first audiences, and clients who can't browse a website during work hours — SMS booking captures revenue that other channels miss. The same thread handles confirmations, reminders, rescheduling, and follow-ups for a seamless experience.
Key Benefits
Why businesses choose SchedulingKit for sms appointment booking.
Book via text — works on every phone
98% open rates for SMS messages
No app or website visit needed
AI handles the full conversation
Missed call text-back captures lost leads
Confirmations and reminders in the same thread
How It Works
Get started in minutes with our simple setup process.
Client Texts Your Number
Clients send a text message describing what they want to book.
AI Responds Instantly
The AI understands the request, identifies the service, and asks any clarifying questions.
Pick a Time
Available times are presented as easy-to-reply options. The client picks one and the booking is confirmed.
Reminders by Text
Reminders arrive in the same SMS thread. Clients reply to reschedule or confirm.
Included Features
Everything you need for sms appointment booking.
Getting Started with Book Appointments by Text Message
Follow these three steps to implement sms appointment booking for your business today.
Create your free account and configure your booking page
Sign up at SchedulingKit and set up an event type tailored to sms appointment booking. Add a clear title, description, and duration so clients know exactly what to expect when they book.
Connect your calendar and set your availability
Link Google Calendar or Outlook so your availability updates in real-time. Define your working hours and add buffer times between sessions to keep your sms appointment booking schedule sustainable.
Share your booking link and start accepting appointments
Copy your personalized booking link and share it via email, your website, or social media. Enable automated reminders to reduce no-shows and let your sms appointment booking workflow run on autopilot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do clients need a smartphone?
No. SMS works on any phone that can send and receive text messages — including basic and feature phones.
What is missed call text-back?
When you miss a phone call, an automatic text is sent to the caller inviting them to book via SMS. It recovers leads from unanswered calls.
Can clients reschedule by text?
Yes. Clients reply to their confirmation text and the AI handles the reschedule within the same conversation.
Further Reading
- Capterra: Scheduling Software Reviews — Compare features and pricing across platforms.
- SBA: Manage Your Business — Official resource for business operations.
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