How to Use Acuity Scheduling for Easy Online Booking

If you work the same hours every week, you can save a ton of time by setting repeating hours in Acuity. That way, your schedule is already in place, and you only need to tweak it for holidays, special events, or the occasional “I need a day off” moment. You can also set different hours for different services. For example, if you’re a photographer, you might keep weekday mornings for studio shoots and reserve weekends for weddings or events.

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Once your hours and services are set, Acuity will show you a mini calendar in your menu that updates every time someone books. You can embed this calendar on your website so clients can book without leaving your page, or simply share your Acuity booking link by email, social media, or even in your WhatsApp messages.

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Your booking link is always right there on your dashboard. Plus, you can sync Acuity with Google Calendar, Outlook, or iCal so all your bookings are in one place. If you’re often away from your desk, grab the Acuity mobile app so you can check your schedule and make changes from anywhere — even while waiting in line for coffee.

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If you’ve got a team, you can set up separate calendars for each staff member so clients can choose exactly who they want to book with. If you run things in more than one location, you can either create different calendars for each location or keep it all in one calendar by adding multiple appointment types.

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You’re completely in control of when people can book. Want to keep mornings free? Block them off. Need a vacation? Mark the dates as unavailable. You can even limit how far in advance clients can book or let them reschedule or cancel their own appointments without you having to lift a finger. Blocking time is also perfect for lunch breaks, school runs, or “me time.” And if plans change, you can edit or remove those blocks anytime.

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Want to boost your earnings? Add extra services or upgrades when people book. Think:

• A massage therapist offering a 15-minute hot stone add-on

• A dog groomer offering nail trimming with a bath

• A coach adding a quick follow-up call after a session

These little extras not only give your clients more options but also increase your income with minimal effort.