Understanding Notifications
SpotPatrol can notify you through several different methods when appointments become available. You can manage all of your contact methods from the Dashboard. You can turn any of these on or off using the toggles or Activate/Pause buttons on your dashboard.
Notification Methods
SpotPatrol offers multiple notification methods so you can mix and match the best combination for your lifestyle.
Email - Works for everyone and includes all the appointment details you need. You'll get an email with available times and a direct booking link. Learn more about email setup.
SMS/Text - Get instant text alerts on your phone. This requires Standard service and only works with US phone numbers. Learn more about SMS setup.
Browser - Notifications that appear on your screen while you have the SpotPatrol tab open and active. You'll need to stay on the SpotPatrol page to receive these. Learn more about browser notifications.
Installed App - When you install SpotPatrol as an app, you get native notifications on your device that work even when your browser is closed. This gives the most reliable experience. Learn more about app installation.
Managing Your Notifications
Head to Notification Methods on your dashboard to control everything.
Email and SMS methods are shown by default, while Browser and Installed App methods are located under the Additional Contact Methods section. Simply click the section header to access these options. Each method has its own toggle switch, Activate/Pause buttons, or other settings for ultimate configurability.
If you have already booked an appointment or want to pause everything temporarily, you can use the Stop All Notifications button to turn off all notification methods at once. Learn more about this in our Found an Appointment guide.
Trial vs Standard
There are differences in available methods, delivery speed, and content. For more information, refer to this service comparison article.
Need Help?
Each notification method has its own detailed setup guide - just click on Email, SMS, Browser, or Installed App in the menu to learn more about setting up that specific method.
Still having trouble? Check our troubleshooting guides for Not Receiving Notices or Too Many Notifications, or contact us and we'll help you get notifications working perfectly.