Summary

The best request links are short, clear, and easy to answer. A clear title, a realistic date range, and named participants make follow-up much easier after the link goes out.

Key facts

Guest mode has limits for request creation and participant count.
Participants do not need an account to submit available dates.
The organizer should keep both the public link and the management link after creation.

Step-by-step

Write a clear request title that explains the schedule at a glance.
Choose a start date and end date that keep the request narrow enough to answer quickly.
Set a closing date and time so participants know when replies are due.
Add participant names one per line to make response tracking cleaner later.
After creation, save the public link and the management link separately.

Common mistakes

Using a vague title that makes the request unclear
Setting a date range that is too wide to answer quickly
Losing the management link right after creation

Expert note

A shorter date window and a real participant list usually improve response quality. It also makes reminder messages and final-date decisions much easier for the organizer.

How to follow up on pending responses

See how to keep the request moving after the first link is sent.

What an availability poll means

A definition page for the core concept behind this workflow.

Frequently asked questions

Review common questions about guest limits, sign-in, and banners.

Pricing and usage

See the difference between guest use and Plus for recurring operations.

References

Create your first request

The quickest way to understand the workflow is to create a request and see the resulting links and response flow directly.

Create a request

How to create an availability request