FuzzyBot: Importing a new version from external source

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Importing a new version from external source

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It happens that you need to create a service/event which should be visible for you/your staff or specific clients only.
We have a small workaround to arrange such a set up so as a result you receive a service/event which is available only for the people you share the special direct link with.
 
;Please follow step by step instructions below:
 
''Step 1: Enable Service Categories custom feature''
 
*In the Custom Features section of your admin panel, enable the [[Service Categories custom feature|Service Categories]] custom feature. This can be found under Adding more to your Booking Website section.
[[File:Service caterories enable path redesigned.png|1200px|center|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/b/b2/Service_caterories_enable_path_redesigned.png]]
 
''Step 2: Set Up Hidden and Visible Categories''
 
*Using the guidance provided for the [[Service Categories custom feature|Service Categories]] custom feature, create the category on Manage -> Services page. 
*Assign the necessary service to this category and then hide it by using the "eye" button next to the category or by selecting it and clicking the "Hide" button.
*Create another category that will include all your currently visible services.
*As a result you will receive such a Manage -> Services page appearance as shown below.
[[File:Hide category redesigned.png|1200px|center|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/5/54/Hide_category_redesigned.png]]
 
The front-end (client view) of your booking page remains unchanged and no categories will be shown if you leave only 1 visible Category as by this instruction.
 
''Step 3: How to share a direct link to your hidden service?''
 
1. Go to Manage -> Services. 
2. Locate your service/event under the hidden Category and click on it to open editing mode. 
3. Scroll down to Direct link to service option. 
4. Click the button [[File:Copy link icon.png]] to copy the direct link.
[[File:Direct link to service redesigned.png|1200px|center|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/d/d2/Direct_link_to_service_redesigned.png]]
 
Done! 
Now, you can share the link with your clients. When they follow it, they will be redirected to your booking page with the hidden service already chosen.
[[File:Private event client side.png|1200px|center|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/0/07/Private_event_client_side.png]]
 
'''Additional Note:''' if you are always booking manually as admin:
 
In case you wish to manually arrange a booking from the admin page ([[How to manage bookings|Calendar]] or [[Point of Sale custom feature|POS]]) simply hide your service using the same eye button near it or Hide option. This ensures the service is available from admin side only to create a booking.

Translations:Creating a Private Service/Event with a Direct Link/2/en - Revision history

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