New Host Co Features In 2024
Happy New Year, Host Co family!!
As we usher in 2024, we're thrilled to introduce a slew of new features designed to streamline your hosting experience and maximize your revenue. Our commitment to innovation continues with enhancements that will redefine convenience and efficiency for our community of hosts.
PLUS… A surprise new feature involving text message notifications — keep reading to learn more.
New Pro Plan Feature:
Seamless Scheduling with Google Calendar Integration
First up, we've integrated Google Calendar directly into The Host Co platform. For Pro Plan users, whenever a guest makes a purchase, you can add the details to your calendar with a single click from the Host Co email notification. Keep track of bookings, guest requests, and service schedules without ever missing a beat - simply click “Add to your calendar” on each email whose service you want added to your calendar:
Not a Pro user yet? Get your first month of Pro free using promo code INFOPRO74
Engage More with Hyperlinks in Product Descriptions
We're enhancing your guests' shopping experience too! You can now add hyperlinks to your product descriptions, leading guests to insurance forms, bike tour maps, hot tub instructions… or any other resources.
This feature is perfect for providing extra information that can make their stay—and your offerings—even more appealing.
Revamped Sales Dashboard
Get ready to dive into our upgraded sales dashboard. Enjoy detailed receipts for every guest purchase, complete with a full breakdown of the order. Plus, if you ever need to resend a receipt, we've made it as simple as a click:
It's all about giving you a crystal-clear view of your earnings and transactions.
New Pro Plus Feature:
Offer Your Own Affiliate Products Directly
Big news, Pro Plus users! Do you have partnerships with local businesses like West Elm or Cats.com? Great news! You can now offer affiliate products directly in your digital store, with no commissions taken from us whatsoever. Add value to your guests' experience while opening up new revenue streams for your business.
Effortless Transactions with Stripe Upgrade
We've also upgraded our payment processing to Stripe, providing you with a more secure and efficient way to handle transactions. Enjoy seamless payouts directly to your bank account, reducing the hassle and giving you quicker access to your funds. Visit your “Payouts” tab to make the switch:
ALL NEW: Send Host Co notifications to your text messages or Slack channel
We just published two new blogs on how you can integrate SMS and Slack messaging so that you receive notifications every time a guest purchases or requests an item or service! Check out the blogs below:
Stay tuned for more updates
These are just a few highlights of what we have in store for you this year. We are committed to providing you with the tools you need to succeed.
Ready to explore these features? Jump into your store with the buttons above and get started. And always feel free to reach out to our support team via email or the chatbot in the bottom right corner.
Happy Hosting from all of us at The Host Co!