Since the launch of Reserve with Google, businesses have enjoyed the convenience of allowing customers to book their services directly through their Google listing.
With a simple click on the blue booking button, potential clients can schedule appointments, reserve massages, or book spots in fitness classes — right when they discover your business online.
Google makes it easy business owners to integrate with scheduling partners (see below). You can sign up directly from your Google Business Profile account and add a booking button to your listing with a relatively low amount of effort.
Google Reserve is accessible to many businesses with primary or secondary categories related to: dining, activities, beauty, fitness, home services, and financial services.
However, there are strict criteria for eligibility:
When potential customers search for a business or service online, they’re looking for the best option. A booking button can make your business stand out, allowing people to book appointments in less than a minute, directly through your profile listing. This convenience can turn searchers into customers - quickly, and efficiently. Plus, you can track the number of bookings directly from your Google Business dashboard.
Reserve with Google integrates with numerous third-party platforms. Here are some popular options:
If you decide Reserve with Google isn’t right for your business, you’ll need to contact your scheduling provider to remove the link between your Google Business Profile and their scheduling solution.
Reserve with Google provides a powerful tool for businesses to offer online scheduling directly from search results, potentially increasing bookings and attracting new customers. While it may not be suitable for all services, it’s worth exploring if your business fits the criteria and partners with a supported scheduling provider. Give it a try and see if it boosts your bookings through Google!