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== Channel Manager ==
== Channel Manager ==
We have two way XML connections with major booking channels so Beds24.com can export inventory and prices and import bookings and modifications to bookings. To some channels we can also send pictures and descriptions.  
We have two way XML connections with major booking channels so Beds24.com can export inventory and prices and import bookings and modifications to bookings.  


For some Channels we have an iCal connection which has limitations the capabilities of the connection depend on the channel.  
'''What is the difference between XML Connection and iCal Connection?'''
 
XML - Beds24.com can export inventory and prices and import bookings and modifications to bookings.To some channels we can also send pictures and descriptions.
iCal - Beds24.com can export availability and blocked dates, import bookings (summary information), the capabilities of the connection depend on the channel.  


You can find details for each connected channel [[Channel_Manager_Capabilities|here]].
You can find details for each connected channel [[Channel_Manager_Capabilities|here]].
'''How does the Channel Manager work?'''


This  [[:Category:Channel_Manager|page]] explains in detail how the channel manager works.  
This  [[:Category:Channel_Manager|page]] explains in detail how the channel manager works.  


If required you can set different rates for your own website and booking channel(s).
'''Can I setup different prices for each Channel?'''
 
Yes, if required you can set different rates for your own website and booking channel(s). You can set different prices for each Channel, check the Channel Help page for the requirements and options.
 
'''Can I send a surcharge to a Channel?'''
 
Yes, you can setup different rates for a Channel and/or you can use a Price Multiplier to change your Rates/Daily Price for a Channel. The price can be increased/decreased. Check the HELP page for the Channel for more information.


== Currencies ==
== Currencies ==