How to Set Up Appointment Reminders Without Twilio

Build an SMS appointment reminder system for your clinic, salon, or service business without expensive APIs. Step-by-step guide.

Why Not Just Use Twilio?

For a small clinic or salon sending 200 reminders/month, Twilio costs:

Option 1: Google Sheets + Apps Script (No Code)

The simplest approach — perfect if you already track appointments in a spreadsheet.

Option 2: Python Script (Developer)

If you have a booking system with a database:

Option 3: Zapier / Make (No Code)

If you use Calendly, Google Calendar, or any booking tool with Zapier integration:

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