Yes, you can connect Calendly to Squarespace, enabling you to integrate your scheduling tool seamlessly with your website and allowing visitors to book appointments directly from your site. Below are detailed steps and considerations to guide you through the process:

Steps to Connect Calendly to Squarespace

1. Create and Prepare Your Calendly Account:

• Sign Up or Log In: If you don't already have a Calendly account, sign up at Calendly's website. If you already have an account, log in.
• Set Up Event Types: Configure the types of events or appointments you want to offer (e.g., 30-minute consultation, meeting, etc.).

2. Get the Embedding Code from Calendly:

• Navigate to Event Types: In your Calendly dashboard, go to the 'Event Types' section.
• Select an Event Type: Choose the event you want to embed on your Squarespace site.
• Get the Embed Code:
  • Click on the event to view options.
  • Select the 'Share' option, followed by 'Add to Website' from the dropdown menu.
  • Choose the type of embed you prefer (Inline Embed, Popup Widget, or Popup Text).
  • Copy the embed code provided by Calendly.

3. Embed Calendly on Your Squarespace Site:

• Log in to Squarespace: Access your Squarespace account and select the website you wish to edit.
• Navigate to the Appropriate Page: Go to the page where you want to add the Calendly scheduler.
• Add a Code Block:
  • Edit the selected page, and click on the '+' icon to add a new block.
  • Select 'Code' from the block options.
  • Paste the Calendly embed code you copied earlier into the code block.
• Adjust Block Settings (if necessary): You may need to tweak the settings of the block to ensure it displays properly.
• Save Changes: Once you are satisfied with the placement and appearance, save your changes.

4. Test the Integration:

• Preview the Page: Use the preview feature to ensure that the Calendly scheduler appears as expected and is functional.
• Perform a Test Booking: Try to book an appointment using the embedded Calendly tool to confirm it works smoothly from the visitor's perspective.

Considerations and Tips

• Customization: Make sure to customize your event types and availability in Calendly to match your business needs before embedding it on your Squarespace site.
• Mobile Responsiveness: Test the embedded Calendly tool on various devices to ensure it is mobile-responsive and appears correctly on smartphones and tablets.
• Design Consistency: Align the design of the embed (e.g., colors, fonts) with your website’s overall design to maintain a consistent look and feel.
• Embed Options: Experiment with different embedding options (Inline Embed, Popup Widget, or Popup Text) to see which one fits your website layout best.
• Calendly Plan: Some advanced embedding options and features may only be available with Calendly’s premium plans, so review their pricing and plan features to ensure you have the required capabilities.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you'll be able to integrate Calendly with your Squarespace site successfully, providing an efficient and user-friendly scheduling experience for your visitors. This integration can help streamline bookings and enhance your website's functionality, making it easier for clients or customers to schedule appointments with you directly online.