# Connect WhatsApp Channel to Calendar Booking

You can connect a **WhatsApp channel** to your calendar booking system to send **booking confirmations, reminders, and updates** directly on WhatsApp.

#### Steps to Connect WhatsApp

1. Go to **Apps** from the left menu.
2. Open the **WhatsApp Services** tab.
3. Click **Connect WhatsApp Channel**.

#### Option 1: Use Default WhatsApp Channel

* Select **Calendar Bots WhatsApp Channel**.
* Choose notification types such as **Registration** and **Reminder**.
* Click **Next** to activate the channel.

This option requires **no API setup** and is useful for a quick configuration.

#### Option 2: Connect Your Own WhatsApp API

If you already have a **WhatsApp Business API**, you can connect it manually.

1. Select **Add Own WhatsApp Channel** and click **Next**.
2. Enter the required details:
   * Channel Title
   * API URL
   * WABA ID
   * Phone Number ID
   * Access Token
   * API Version
   * Channel ID
3. Click **Connect**.

Once connected, your calendar booking system can send **appointment notifications and reminders through your own WhatsApp channel**.

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