What is Google Meet?
Google Meet is a video conferencing tool from Google that runs directly in the browser. No downloads required. Free accounts support 60-minute calls with up to 100 participants.
How it works in online booking
You mark your services as "online" in the booking system. When a client books a session, the system creates a Google Meet room automatically through the calendar integrations and sends the link in the confirmation email. Both you and the client just click the link at the scheduled time. No manual setup, no fumbling with meeting codes. Google Meet is one of several options covered in our guide to types of online meetings and how to manage them.
Benefits
- Clients join from any browser in one click - nothing to install
- Automatic link generation saves 2-3 minutes of setup per appointment
- Free for calls up to 60 minutes - no extra cost on top of your booking plan
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Google Meet integrate with a booking system?
The booking system connects to your Google account via OAuth. When someone books an online session, it calls the Google Calendar API, creates an event with a Meet link attached, and sends it to both parties. Everything happens in the background.
Can clients join Google Meet without a Google account?
Yes. They click the link, type their name, and join. No Google account needed, no app download. This removes friction for clients who aren't in the Google ecosystem.
