When someone completes a booking on your calendar, what happens next matters just as much as the booking itself. That crucial moment right after confirmation is a golden opportunity—one that many scheduling tools leave on the table.
The moments immediately following a booking represent peak engagement. Your prospect or client has just committed their time to meet with you. They're focused, they're interested, and they're ready to take the next step. Redirecting them strategically can capitalize on this momentum in powerful ways, whether you're collecting payments, gathering information, or guiding them to the next stage of your customer journey.
Common Use Cases for Post-Booking Redirects
Payment Collection - Redirect to a payment page to collect fees for consultations, coaching sessions, or services. This ensures commitment and significantly reduces no-shows.
Preparation Materials - Direct attendees to setup guides, onboarding resources, or preparation worksheets so they arrive ready to make the most of your time together.
Upsell Opportunities - Present complementary offers or premium packages when commitment levels are highest, right after they've booked.
Thank You Pages - Guide customers to custom landing pages with additional context, your social media links, or helpful resources about what to expect.
How to Set Up Redirects in Your Scheduling Tool
1. Create a New Account or Log In
If you're new to Novacal, head to the website and create your account. The signup process is quick and gets you up and running in minutes. If you already have an account, simply login to access your dashboard.
2. Access Your Event Type Settings
Navigate to your dashboard and locate the event type you want to configure. This could be your sales demo, consultation call, support session, or any other meeting type you've created. Click on the event type to open its settings.
3. Open the Confirmation Page Settings
Within your event type settings, look for the "Confirmation Page" section. This is where you control what happens after someone successfully books a meeting with you. Click on this section to expand the confirmation page options.
4. Enable the Redirect Feature
You'll see a checkbox to enable redirection. Check it to activate the redirect functionality.
5. Add Your Redirect URL
Enter the complete URL where you want to send people after they book. Make sure to test this URL beforehand to ensure it's working correctly and displays properly on all devices.
6. Save Your Changes
After entering your redirect URL, save the event type settings. Your redirect is now active and will automatically send anyone who books this event type to your specified destination.
Making the Most of Your Redirect Strategy
Smart redirect strategies transform your scheduling tool from a simple calendar into a comprehensive business workflow engine.
Novacal is built to give you complete control over your booking experience. We believe scheduling shouldn't end at confirmation, it should be the start of a seamless customer journey. Whether you're a solo consultant, sales team, or growing business, Novacal provides the flexibility to create workflows that work for you.
Ready to turn every booking into an opportunity? Start using redirects today.