Easy Tech TutsHow to Setup & Add Appointment Scheduling Option to Squarespace with Acuity & Calendly 2026 Easily
By Impran M N
If you take bookings as a business owner or freelancer, adding a scheduling option to your Squarespace site makes it easy for visitors to reserve time with you. This guide covers the built-in Acuity Scheduling tool as well as embedding a third-party option like Calendly.
01Log in and pick your site
Sign in to Squarespace, using Continue with Google if linked, then choose the website you want to edit from your dashboard.
02Set up Acuity Scheduling
Go to Settings, then Scheduling, and link or create an Acuity account. Configure your availability, appointment types, and payment settings.
03Create a dedicated scheduling page
Go to Pages, click + Add Page, and choose Scheduling to create a standalone booking page, or add a Scheduling block to an existing page.
04Or embed a third-party tool
As an alternative, get an inline embed code from a service like Calendly and paste it into a code block on your page.
05Preview and publish
Preview your changes to confirm the scheduler displays and works correctly, then click Save to publish it live.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between Acuity and a third-party tool like Calendly?
Acuity is Squarespace's built-in, fully integrated scheduler, while third-party tools require embedding a code block and are generally considered more complicated to set up.
Can I add a scheduling page to my site's menu?
Yes, once you create the scheduling page you can add its link to your site's navigation menu.
Do I need a paid Acuity account?
You can start with a trial when linking your Acuity account, then configure billing and appointment types from there.
Can I set my own rates and appointment lengths?
Yes, within Acuity you can create multiple appointment types and set custom rates and durations for each.
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