ParkingsAdmin

Overview

ParkingsAdmin is a comprehensive parking management platform designed for professional operators. By integrating ParkingsAdmin with Kanalio, you bridge the gap between your digital booking engine and your physical operations, ensuring that every reservation is recorded and every space is accounted for in real-time.

This integration allows you to:

• Automated Reservation Sync: New bookings made in Kanalio are instantly sent to ParkingsAdmin.
• Dynamic Occupancy Control: Kanalio reads your real-time availability from ParkingsAdmin to prevent overbooking.
• Unified Pricing: Manage your rates in one place and have them reflect accurately across your booking channels.

How to Integrate ParkingsAdmin

The integration uses the ParkingsAdmin REST API. You will need your API Endpoint and a valid Bearer Token.

1. Access the Dashboard: Log in to your Kanalio account and navigate to Settings > Integrations.
2. Select ParkingsAdmin: Click on the ParkingsAdmin card and select Connect.
3. Configure API Settings:
   • Base URL: Enter the API endpoint provided by ParkingsAdmin (e.g., https://api.parkingsadmin.com/v1).
   • API Token: Paste your secret Bearer Token.
4. Map Facilities: Select which facilities in ParkingsAdmin correspond to your Kanalio locations.
5. Test Connection: Click Verify Connection to ensure Kanalio can communicate with the API.
6. Save: Once verified, click Save to enable the live sync.

How to Get Your API Credentials

To obtain your REST API credentials, you must have administrative access to your ParkingsAdmin account.

1. Sign in to your ParkingsAdmin Dashboard.
2. Navigate to System Configuration > API Access.
3. Create a new API Key or Service Account.
4. Set the permissions to Read/Write for reservations and Read for occupancy.
5. Copy the Access Token immediately. For security reasons, ParkingsAdmin only displays the token once.
6. Note down the Base URL provided in the API documentation section.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What data is synchronized between the platforms?

Kanalio syncs customer details, vehicle information (license plates), arrival/departure times, and payment status. It also retrieves real-time availability data from ParkingsAdmin.

2. Is the synchronization real-time?

Yes. Reservations are pushed to ParkingsAdmin the moment they are confirmed in Kanalio. Occupancy updates are fetched periodically and also checked instantly before any new booking is finalized.

3. How does the integration handle cancellations?

If a booking is cancelled in Kanalio, the status is automatically updated in ParkingsAdmin. Similarly, cancellations made in ParkingsAdmin can be synced back to Kanalio via webhooks.

4. Can I manage multiple parking facilities?

Yes. You can map different Kanalio booking flows to specific facilities or "zones" within your ParkingsAdmin account.

5. What happens if the API is down?

Kanalio has a built-in queuing system. If ParkingsAdmin is temporarily unreachable, Kanalio will queue the reservations and retry automatically once the service is restored.

6. Do I need to provide a User-Agent header?

Yes, some ParkingsAdmin API versions require a specific User-Agent or X-Client-ID header. You can configure these in the Advanced Settings section of the integration in Kanalio.

7. Does this support Valet and Shuttle services?

Yes. All service types configured in ParkingsAdmin are supported, provided they are mapped correctly to your Kanalio service types.

8. Where can I find the full API documentation?

You can access the technical documentation at https://docs.parkingsadmin.com or by contacting their technical support team.