How to Disable Google Organic Booking

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Understanding the Benefits

Before diving into the step-by-step process, let’s explore the primary benefits of utilizing this new feature:

  • Enhanced Control: Decide whether or not your services are available for booking on Google My Business. This gives you the autonomy to manage your online presence effectively.
  • Customized Visibility: Tailor your online offerings by choosing how and where your services are discovered. Disabling Google Organic Booking allows you to direct potential clients to alternative channels.
  • Prevent Unwanted Bookings: By controlling where your services can be booked, you minimize the risk of receiving bookings from undesired sources, ensuring that your bookings come from preferred channels only.

Step-by-Step Guide to Disabling Google Organic Booking

Access Your CRM Settings: Start by logging into your CRM account. Navigate to the settings section to begin the process.

Navigate to Calendar Settings: Within the settings menu, find and select ‘Calendars’ followed by ‘Connection’. Here, you’ll access the ‘Account Connections’ section.

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Adjust Organic Booking Settings: In the ‘Account Connections’ area, look for the “Organic Booking Redirect” option. Toggle this feature on, fill in the required details, and click ‘upload’. This action will disable the Google Organic Booking feature for your selected services.

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Requirements:

  • This feature is currently available for businesses located in the US across various business verticals, with some exclusions.
  • A Google Business Profile is necessary to utilize this feature. Ensure your business profile is set up and verified on GMB.

Finalizing the Setup: Visit your Google My Business page and click on “Book Online”. Here, you can select any calendar you’ve created in the CRM, which will then be reflected under the services tab on Google, minus the direct booking option.

Practical Examples and Use Cases

Imagine you run a boutique spa and prefer clients to book through your website to ensure they read through service descriptions and policies. By disabling Google Organic Booking, you direct potential clients to your preferred booking channel, ensuring they are well-informed before making an appointment.

Troubleshooting and FAQs

Q: What if I change my mind?

  • A: You can easily re-enable Google Organic Booking by following the same steps and toggling the feature off.

Q: Can I select specific services to hide from Google My Business?

  • A: Currently, the feature applies globally to all services you offer. For more granular control, consider managing your services directly through your Google Business Profile.