Scheduling blocks allow visitors to book appointments directly through your website using Acuity Scheduling. Here's how to set it up and customize it.

Adding a Scheduling Block with Squarespace-Linked Acuity

1. Edit your page
2. Click Add Block or an insertion point
3. Select Scheduling
4. Click the pencil icon to edit
5. Choose your desired scheduler type
6. Click Apply (Version 7.0)

Using Standalone Acuity Scheduling

1. Get your scheduler URL:
   • Access your Acuity account
   • Copy the general scheduling page link or specific calendar link
2. Add to your site:
   • Add a Scheduling Block
   • Choose Custom Link
   • Paste your URL
   • Click Apply

Customizing Your Scheduler

1. Access Customize Appearance in Acuity
2. Click Scheduling Page Options
3. Adjust settings using the live preview
4. Save changes

Security Options

• Add page password protection
• Restrict to membership-only access
• Place scheduling block in closed content

Appearance Customization

You can modify:

• Page layout
• Visual elements
• Hide "Powered by Acuity" branding
• Adjust scheduling page options

Important Notes:

• No Squarespace transaction fees apply
• Paid Acuity plan required for standalone embedding
• All Squarespace-linked Acuity plans support scheduling blocks
• Design can be customized through Acuity's appearance settings
• Changes can be previewed in real-time

For added security, consider using page passwords or membership restrictions to control who can access your scheduling system.

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