Owner - Master your calendar and settings

High availability is the primary driver for your performance: the more dates you keep open, the more often your listing will appear in search results, maximizing your chances of being seen by potential drivers.

The power of an open calendar

The more available your car is, the more you appear in search results.

• The 3-month rule: Drivers often book holidays well in advance. Keep your calendar open for at least the next 3 to 6 months.
• Avoid "Checkerboarding": Try to avoid blocking random days in the middle of the week. This prevents drivers from booking longer, more profitable rentals.
• Snooze if needed: If you are going away or need a long break, use the snooze feature rather than deleting your listing. It preserves your history and ranking.

Learn more about managing your calendar.

Fine-tune your booking settings

Now that your calendar is open, use your settings to attract the right type of rentals. These settings help you get bookings while making sure they fit your schedule and lifestyle:

• Capture last-minute demand: Many rentals are spontaneous. By setting a short "Minimum notice for bookings" (e.g., 1 hour before pickup), you make your car available for drivers who need to hit the road immediately.
• Minimum duration strategies: This setting determines the shortest trip you are willing to accept. You can adapt your strategy based on your goals: shorter minimums allow for more volume, while longer minimums focus on extended rentals.
  • Weekdays: Set a lower minimum (e.g., 1 hour) to fill gaps with quick errands.
  • Weekends: You can set a longer minimum (e.g., 2 days) to prioritize more profitable, extended rentals, though maximum availability usually leads to the best total earnings.

Learn more about setting rental conditions.

Reliability is the key to visibility

An open calendar is only effective if it is 100% accurate. Reliability is a major factor in your long-term success on the platform:

• The cost of cancellations: With Instant Booking, the driver's booking request is confirmed immediately. If you cancel because your calendar wasn't up to date, it creates a terrible experience for the driver and can lead to penalties.
• Protect your visibility: For Key exchange, frequently rejecting booking requests will significantly lower your listing's visibility in search results. Keeping your availability honest is the best way to ensure your car stays at the top of the list. Your calendar is open and ready 🎉. Next, let’s look at how to set a price that attracts drivers while maximising your earnings.