Adding Appointments to Your Squarespace Site Easily
With Squarespace, scheduling appointments on your website has never been easier.
If you run a business that requires appointments—whether you’re a consultant, personal trainer, or hairdresser—adding a booking system to your Squarespace site can save you time and make scheduling a breeze.
Fortunately, Squarespace offers built-in tools and third-party integrations that make setting up appointments simple. Here’s how to do it.
1. Use Squarespace Scheduling
Squarespace Scheduling, powered by Acuity, is the easiest way to add appointment booking directly to your site. It allows clients to book online, pay in advance, and receive automated reminders.
How to set it up:
In your Squarespace dashboard, go to Scheduling and start a free trial.
Set your availability and appointment types.
Customise booking forms and payment options.
Embed the booking page into your site using a button or direct link.
Best for: Service-based businesses, coaches, and consultants.
2. Add a third-party booking plugin
If you need more advanced features, like integration with external CRMs or industry-specific tools, third-party booking systems like Calendly, SimplyBook.me, or Setmore might be a better fit.
How to add one to Squarespace:
Sign up for a booking platform.
Copy the embed code provided by the service.
In Squarespace, add a Code Block to your page and paste the embed code.
Best for: Businesses with complex scheduling needs or those using external tools.
3. Use a simple form for booking requests
If you prefer a lightweight solution, you can use Squarespace’s built-in Forms to let users request appointments.
Steps:
Add a Form Block to your contact or booking page.
Include fields for name, email, preferred date/time, and service type.
Connect the form to your email or Google Sheets for tracking.
Best for: Businesses that prefer manual confirmation over automated booking.
When it all comes down to it, there’s no right or wrong way to schedule appointments and secure bookings for your business. However, the right booking system depends on your business needs. If you want automation, go with Squarespace Scheduling. If you need integrations, try a third-party tool. And if you prefer a hands-on approach, a simple form might do the trick.
