Automated Reminders
Reduce no-shows by up to 80% with automated appointment reminders sent via Telegram or WhatsApp.
How It Works
The system automatically sends reminder messages to clients before their appointments:
- A client books an appointment
- Slotix schedules reminder messages based on your settings
- At configured times, reminders are sent automatically
- Clients can confirm, reschedule, or cancel with one tap
Configuration
Enable Reminders
- Go to Settings > Reminders
- Toggle reminders on
- Configure timing and channels
Timing Options
Set when reminders are sent:
| Timing | When Sent | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 24 hours before | Day before appointment | Planning ahead |
| 12 hours before | Morning of (for afternoon) or evening before (for morning) | Day planning |
| 2 hours before | Shortly before appointment | Last-minute confirmation |
Enable any combination based on your needs.
Delivery Channel
Choose how reminders are sent:
- Telegram - If client has Telegram contact
- WhatsApp - If client has WhatsApp contact
- Both - System chooses based on client preference
Reminder Messages
Default Messages
Slotix sends professionally written reminder messages including:
- Client’s name
- Appointment date and time
- Service booked
- Your business name
- Confirmation/action buttons
Custom Messages
Personalize your reminder messages:
- Go to Settings > Reminders > Message Templates
- Edit the template for each timing
- Use variables like
{client_name},{date},{time},{service}
Client Actions
Reminder messages include action buttons:
Confirm
Client confirms they’ll attend. The appointment status updates to “Confirmed.”
Reschedule
Client requests to change the time. You receive a notification and can propose new times.
Cancel
Client cancels the appointment. The slot becomes available for others to book.
Best Practices
- Enable multiple reminders - One isn’t always enough
- 24h + 2h combo - Works well for most businesses
- Monitor no-show rate - Adjust timing if needed
- Personalize messages - Clients respond better to personalized communication
- Include essential info - Make sure clients have what they need
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