Reminders that actually go out.
A confirmation email the moment a client books. A reminder before the appointment. Sent on a queue so booking never waits on delivery.
The essentials
What you actually get
- 01
Branded confirmation email
Sent from a verified sender the moment a client books. Includes cancel and reschedule links.
- 02
Reminder before the appointment
Runs on a scheduled job so every client gets one, without you thinking about it.
- 03
Non blocking delivery
Reminders go through a durable queue. If a send is slow, booking still confirms instantly.
FAQ
Questions people ask
How do reminders work?+
ZenSched sends a confirmation email the moment a client books and a reminder email before the appointment. Sends run on a queue so they never block a booking.
How do you help reduce no shows?+
Confirmation and reminder emails, a clear cancel/reschedule link on every confirmation, and configurable business hours plus buffers so slots are only offered when you can actually take them.
Do you send SMS reminders?+
Not yet. Reminders go by email today. If SMS is a hard requirement for you, tell us — we ship based on what customers ask for.
Is ZenSched really free to try?+
Yes. The Free Beta plan gives you a full booking page, unlimited appointments and email reminders. No credit card to start.
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Fewer no shows,less thumb typing.
Every client gets a reminder. Nobody has to remember to send them.
