# Host Tools

## How to authenticate the integration

We'll show you how to connect your Host Tools account with GuestReply using our private app integration.

#### Step 1: Open Settings Page in Host Tools

Navigate to **Settings → API & Integrations**

#### Step 2:  Locate your **Access Token** at the top of the page

Click the **copy icon** to copy the token

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#### Step 3: Connect to GuestReply

1. In GuestReply, navigate to the **PMS integration** section during onboarding.
2. Select **Host Tools** from the PMS dropdown list:

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#### Step 4: Paste your **Auth Token** into the field

Paste your Auth Token and click `Connect`.

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Grant permissions to complete the integration

**Integration Complete!** Once you click Allow, GuestReply will start to automatically import and sync your listings and conversations from your Host Tools account.

### What Data Does GuestReply Access?

#### Data we read from your PMS account:

* Account listings
* Account bookings
* Account conversations
* Account availability

#### Data we write to your PMS account:

* We only write new host messages. We do not adjust bookings or listing data.
* We set up webhooks to receive real-time notifications when new messages arrive or new bookings are made. This allows GuestReply to respond to your guests instantly without delays.

### Next Steps

After connecting your Host Tools account:

1. **Configure sync settings** in your GuestReply dashboard
2. **Test the integration** with a sample booking
3. **Set up automated responses** for your guests


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