One-Time Booking Links (Private Invitations)

One-time booking links are unique URLs that work for a single booking. Once used, the link expires—perfect for personalized invitations where you want to control exactly who books with you.

What Are One-Time Links?

Feature	Regular Link	One-Time Link
Reusable	Yes	No
Expires after booking	No	Yes
URL structure	Predictable	Random, unguessable
Expires if unused	No	Yes (after 30 days)

Use Cases

Personalized Invitations

Send unique links to specific people:

"Hi Sarah, here's a link to schedule our call"
Each recipient gets their own link
Link cannot be shared or reused

Controlled Access

Prevent link sharing:

Link works once, then expires
Can't be forwarded to others
Ensures the intended person books

Sales Outreach

Send personalized scheduling links to prospects:

Unique link per prospect
Link expires after booking or 30 days
Professional, personal touch

Event Follow-Ups

After conferences or webinars:

Send individual scheduling links
Personalized booking experience
Time-limited availability

Creating One-Time Links

Generate a Link

Go to Meeting Types
Click Share on the meeting type you want to share
Expand Advanced options
Toggle on Generate single-use link
Copy the generated link

Link Format

One-time links have a unique, random URL:

https://cal.meetergo.com/1t/a8Bx9kLm

The random ID makes each link unique and impossible to guess.

Regenerating Links

Click the Refresh button next to the link to generate a new one-time link. The previous link will no longer work.

Sending One-Time Links

Via Email

Include the link in personal outreach:

Hi [Name],

I'd love to schedule a call to discuss [topic].

Here's a link to book a time that works for you:
[One-Time Link]

Looking forward to speaking with you!

Via Messaging

Share in direct messages:

LinkedIn InMail
WhatsApp
SMS

Link Behavior

Before Use

Link is active and bookable
Shows your normal availability
Attendee can select any available slot

After Booking

Link immediately expires
Further visits show that the link is no longer valid
Booking is confirmed normally

If Not Used

Links automatically expire after 30 days
This prevents indefinitely open invitations
Generate a fresh link if needed

Combining with Other Features

Host Selection for Team Meeting Types

For team meeting types with multiple hosts:

Select which host's calendar to share
One-time link respects the selected host
Round-robin links also supported

Confirmation Settings

One-time links work with:

Instant confirmation
Host approval required
Double opt-in

Best Practices

Personalize the Message

Don't just send a link—add context:

Why you're reaching out
What the meeting is about
Why it's valuable to them

Set Expectations

Tell recipients:

This link is unique to them
It expires after booking
When you're typically available

Track and Follow Up

If links go unused:

Send a reminder with a fresh link
Generate a new link if the old one expired

FAQ

What if someone shares their one-time link?

The link only works once. If they share it before using it, whoever clicks first can book. For additional security, combine with host confirmation.

Do one-time links cost extra?

One-time links are included in your plan. There are no additional costs.

Can I generate links via API?

Yes, the API supports creating one-time booking links programmatically. See API Documentation.

What happens if I need to reschedule a booking made via one-time link?

The original link is expired, but you can reschedule normally through the booking management interface. Generate a new one-time link if the attendee needs to rebook entirely.

How long do one-time links last if not used?

Unused links automatically expire after 30 days.