# Availability

Availability in DitCal determines when you’re open for bookings, ensuring your schedule is always in sync with your preferences. Whether you have a recurring weekly routine or unique time slots for special events, DitCal provides the flexibility to manage your availability effectively.

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### **1. What is Availability?**

Availability defines the specific days and times when attendees can book appointments using your Event Type links. By setting up availability, you ensure that bookings fit seamlessly into your schedule.

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### **2. Availability Features**

#### **Recurring Time Slots**

* Set your weekly availability (e.g., Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM).
* Apply consistent time slots across multiple Event Types.

#### **Custom Date Overrides**

* Adjust your availability for specific dates, such as holidays, vacations, or special events.
* Add extra time slots or block off unavailable periods.

#### **Time Zone Flexibility**

* Automatically display your availability in the attendee’s time zone to eliminate confusion.

#### **Buffer Times**

* Add buffer periods before and after bookings to prevent back-to-back meetings.

#### **Granular Control**

* Define availability separately for each Event Type, allowing tailored scheduling for different purposes.

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### **3. Setting Your Availability**

#### **Default Availability**

1. Navigate to **Availability**.
2. Set your weekly schedule by selecting the days and times you’re available.
3. Save your settings to apply them across [Event Types](/core-concepts/event-types.md).

#### **Event-Specific Availability**

1. Open the Event Type you want to customize.
2. Select the **Availability** tab.
3. Define unique time slots for this specific Event Type.

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### **4. Advanced Availability Settings**

#### **Syncing with Calendars**

* Connect your Google calendar to ensure booked times are automatically blocked in DitCal.
* Avoid double bookings by syncing with all external commitments.

#### **Team Availability**

* Combine individual team members’ schedules to create a shared availability pool.
* Ideal for round-robin scheduling or group events.

#### **Time Zone Adjustments**

* Let attendees see your availability in their local time zone for seamless booking.

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### **5. Managing Availability on the Fly**

* Temporarily block time for ad hoc tasks or personal breaks.
* Add extra availability for high-demand periods, like special promotions or events.

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### **6. Use Cases for Availability**

* **Freelancers:** Set up daily time slots for client calls while leaving evenings free.
* **Teams:** Create a shared calendar for collaborative scheduling.
* **Service Providers:** Customize availability to match operating hours or seasonal shifts.

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Availability in DitCal ensures you stay in control of your time while offering a seamless booking experience for your attendees. Tailor it to fit your lifestyle and business needs effortlessly! 🚀


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