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Send WhatsApp messages on Calendly

A lot of Calendly users ask if they can send WhatsApp messages on Calendly since WhatsApp is the most popular communication tool in many countries.

You can send WhatsApp messages on Calendly following some simple steps.

How this works

You will need to create an account on WA Remiders. This tool lets you sync your Google Calendar to your WhatsApp account.

Remember to Sign up with Google on both Calendly and WA Reminders.

How to create my Calendly Account

Remember to create your Calendly account using Google Sign In.

Calendly Google Sign In page showing login options

While signing up, remember to check the "See, edit, share..." checkbox for allowing Google Calendar access.

Google Calendar permissions screen with calendar access checkbox highlighted

Now make sure you can see your Google Calendar settings on Calendly, and, make sure you leave the bottom dropdown with your email as it is, with its default value.

Calendly calendar settings page showing Google Calendar integration

Now click on the Settings icon on your meeting. Then, add a question on your Invitee Form that reads "Your phone number", make it required and of type "Phone Number".

Calendly event settings page with phone number field configuration

Now copy the link for your newly created meeting booking link page.

Calendly meeting link sharing page

Now head to WA Reminders, and then navigate to the "Google Sync" section. Remember to sign in with Google and to allow google calendar access, like you did with Calendly.

WA Reminders Google Sync configuration page

Now you can try out the new booking link you have. Fill it up with your own whatsapp enabled phone number and your data.

Calendly booking form with phone number field filled

You should see a new event on your Google Calendar.

Google Calendar showing newly created Calendly event

And also a new scheduled message on your WA Reminders dashboard.

WA Reminders dashboard displaying scheduled WhatsApp message

Benefits of using WA Reminders to send WhatsApp messages on Calendly

WhatsApp is used by millons of people around the world, being the top communication tool in many countries.

Sending WhatsApp messages on Calendly is a great way to stay in touch with your clients and customers while also saving your precious business time.

Know ahead of time when your clients will cancel or reschedule an appointment.

Conclusion

It is possible to send WhatsApp messages on Calendly using WA Reminders. Plans for WA Reminders start at $13/month while Calendly has free plans that are more than enough for small and mid size businesses.