# Guest Notifications

Use the guides in this section to configure guest-facing email and WhatsApp notifications, then connect the WhatsApp provider details needed to send them.

## Channels

* Email notifications: [Email Notifications](https://docs.hostelmate.co/finance-management/notifications/email-notifications)
* WhatsApp notifications: [WhatsApp Notifications](https://docs.hostelmate.co/finance-management/notifications/whatsapp-notifications)

## WhatsApp Setup

* WhatsApp integration setup: [WhatsApp Integration Setup](https://docs.hostelmate.co/finance-management/notifications/whatsapp-integration)
* Meta account setup: [Meta WhatsApp Account Setup](https://docs.hostelmate.co/finance-management/notifications/meta-whatsapp-account-setup)

## Tips

* Start with one channel, then add more once templates are finalized
* Keep placeholders consistent across channels for a unified guest experience
* Review templates after policy or pricing changes