Reminder texts and the waitlist

Choose which messages customers get, when reminders go out, and how waitlist offers work.

Applies to Sonorch POS Updated 13 September 2026 1 min read
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Confirmations, reminders and change notices go to customers automatically. The waitlist fills a cancelled slot with someone who wanted an earlier time.

Choose which messages go out

WhereSettingsMessaging customersCustomer messages

  • Booking confirmations
  • Reschedule notices
  • Cancellation notices
  • Appointment reminders
  • Email fallback

All of them are on by default.

When reminders go out

Appointment reminders are sent 24 hours before each appointment. The timing is fixed.

The waitlist

  1. Add someone

    When booking, tick Also add them to the waitlist for something earlier.

  2. A slot opens

    When an earlier slot frees up, it is held for 15 minutes for the next person waiting.

  3. They reply to take it

    They are sent a text and reply YES to accept.

Still need help?

Email contact@sonorch.ai or send us a message with what you were trying to do. A person reads every one.