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Stay organized and keep your calendar running with purpose—rest assured, your next appointment is there.
Take control with reminders, upfront payments, and block customer—so your calendar stays filled with clients who show up and value your time.

Stay organized and keep your calendar running with purpose—rest assured, your next appointment is there.
Fewer gaps and cancellations mean more time for customers who show up, or deposits guarantee income.
When no-shows don’t hold up your calendar, there’s room for new bookings and loyal clients who value you.

Pretty simple: a no-show is when a client doesn't show up for an appointment without canceling, rescheduling, or letting you know.
It's not the same as a cancellation, because without communication, you don't have the opportunity to open that slot again, which usually costs your business income.
It's time you can't get back. There is good news, though. Most of the time, no-shows aren't malicious, it's usually forgetfulness, or something comes up last-minute. A few changes to your booking process can mean fewer no-shows and more customers.
It's not personal. People forget; we're all only human. There are also double bookings, traffic, kids' soccer games, or something unforeseen coming up at the last minute. Sometimes, someone who booked an appointment doesn't respect your time — although it's very rare.
Knowing this, along with other factors, helps you solve the issue. Forgetfulness? A timely reminder does wonders. Last-minute clash? Make it easy to reschedule. Need to ensure income? Deposits put a value on your time, and theirs.

I have been using Setmore for my Massage Therapy and Wellness Clinic for the past 4 years. Our clients love the email confirmations and appointments reminders. We love that those reminders have decreased the amount of 'no show' appointments.
Kimberley
Serene Physique Massage Therapy Inc

You can cut no-shows in three ways with Setmore: remind customers before their appointment, take a deposit when booking, and block time-wasters.
Appointments shape your day, but your customers juggle a lot too. Keep them in the loop so they know when they’re up.
Email reminders help them plan ahead, but with a 94% open rate, SMS reminders are perfect for the day of.
Connect Square, Stripe, or PayPal and let customers secure their spot with upfront payments, whether that’s in full or a partial deposit.
Fewer gaps and cancellations mean more time supporting your customers — and with 2-way calendar sync, you won’t miss any appointment either.
Not every customer is going to be a perfect match. Block customer helps cut down on time wasters and keeps your focus on VIPs.
Need more time to serve those clients? Live Receptionist ensures your calls are always answered, so more bookings land in your calendar.

Manage your Booking Page, reminders, payments, customer profiles, calendar sync, and services — in one app.
It’s everything you need to maximize your time and support your clients, without jumping between tools.
Can't find the answer to your question? Call us now: +1 (800) 749-4920 or email us help@setmore.com
Scheduling software stops no-shows by reminding people before they forget. Sometimes customers forget, get double-booked, or have last-minute plans. Clear communication from your app and upfront commitment help reduce surprises.
You get unlimited email reminders. SMS reminders have a credit limit, but you can always add extra credits if needed. Text reminders are available in most countries, but not in some. Check our support article for reference.
Yes. A timely reminder is one of the simplest ways to reduce no-shows, since most missed appointments stem from forgetfulness. Pairing an email reminder with a same-day SMS covers both the planners and the last-minute crowd.
With Setmore, you have the option to take a deposit, partial, or full payment at the point of booking. You can’t charge them after that from your app if they don’t show up.
Yes. Rescheduling links in confirmation emails makes updates easy for them and straightforward for you.
A cancellation policy sets out how much notice you require and what happens if a customer misses it, such as keeping a deposit. Sharing it at booking sets clear expectations and leaves less room for no-shows.
Absolutely. You have total control. Learn how here.
SMS reminders, block customers, recurring appointments, and tons more. Check out the full comparison here.
For more information, explore our features, integrations, and use cases.