Workshop Software lets you add the online booking diary to your instagram bio through your account settings. Adjusting this setting ensures your workflow matches the way your workshop operates. The change takes effect immediately once saved. Follow the steps below to update this setting.
The Online Booking Diary gives you the ability to create an online booking page which you can add to your website and/or social media pages.
2) Copy your public URL
3) Open a new web browser and go to: https://bitly.com/ and paste your Online Booking Diary public URL into the ‘Shorten your link’ field. Then click on the ‘Shorten’ button
4) A shorten URL will now appear in the field. Copy this URL and paste this into your Instagram bio!.
Don’t forget to set up Instagram as a Customer Source in Workshop Software so you can start to track where you are getting new business from!!
Here is a guide on how to set up a customer source in Workshop Software: https://staging.workshopsoftware.com/knowledge-base/settings/setup-customer-sources-in-workshop-software
Good to Know
- Review your settings periodically to ensure they still match your workshop’s current workflow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I find this setting in Workshop Software?
Navigate to Settings in the left-hand menu. The specific option is described in the steps above.
Can I change this setting back later?
Yes. This setting can be changed at any time by following the same steps and adjusting the option as needed. Remember to click Save after making your change.
Can customers see this in the online booking diary?
If you have the public online booking diary enabled, customers can book appointments through it. The settings you configure here control what is available in the internal and/or public diary. Check your online booking settings for customer-facing options.