The future of research scheduling

Automate scheduling across time zones & languages, manage group sessions, customize SMS& email reminders, and keep every UXR and collaborator in sync.

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Used by great teams at:

Intuit
Cisco
Meta
AirBnB
California Department of Technology
eBay
YouTube
Toyota

High-touch research scheduling

Give participants and collaborators a perfect scheduling experience for all study types.

  • 1:1, group sessions, and multi-sessions
  • Automatically manage multiple time zones & languages
  • Check for conflicts with your calendar and observers
Interview details Type of interview slots Mixed Interview duration 30 min Rolling times 5 business days Start time 10:00am End time 10:00am Fascilitators Round robin Buffer 15 min Localization
Ethnio calendar

Group sessions and backups

Invite multiple participants to one session, observe group dynamics, and keep backups ready so your studies stay on schedule.

Ethnio branded reminders

Branded SMS & email reminders

Customize the branding of all scheduling reminders and invites to match your team’s tone and brand.

Customer logo

“Customer obsession is key at Intuit, and Ethnio is a pivotal tool for intercept-based participant recruiting, allowing us to scale our customer insights”

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Kristy Avgerinos
Design Research Manager, Intuit
Studies 16 All Team Members All Statuses All Sessions

One calendar with ALL your studies.

See all your studies in one place across all teams and studies. Easily sort by status, project, team member, and any date range. Share with stakeholders or anyone in the org.

Invite observers with limited PII access and custom calendar invites

Control how designers, PMs, and any collaborators can view sessions or participant details with built-in PII and PHI permissions, while keeping their experience simple and focused.

Study / Scheduling Total 112 234 208 0 1 Status Completed Invited Confirmed Canceled No shows Progress 65% 50% 92% 0% 5% Study x current progress Email Share

Connect Ethnio with the scheduling tools you already use

Send alerts Create interviews dynamically Import participants Dynamic Zoom meetings User Testing Import participants Webhooks Get Slack alerts Send calendar invites API Receive survey responses directly Optimal Workshop Display your Docusign Powerforms Send and tracke-signature requests Import participants Manage CCPA and GDPR compliance

Consent during scheduling or screening, and track it automatically.

Gather consent before interviews, up front, or as part of screening. Ethnio supports every workflow. Built-in guardrails prevent over-contacting and manage consent expirations automatically.

Ethnio form DocuSign Adobe Sign Research Consent I, Lazaro Nolan, agree to provide feedback to Central Perk for a research project indefinitely. I agree to provide comments, suggestions, ideas, feedback, and any other required information. I agree to the above terms * Include translated consent Japanese 研究に関するの同意 私、ラザロ・ノーランは、研究プロジェクトに関して Central Perk に無期限でフィードバックを提供することに同意します。私はコメント、提案、アイデア、フィードバック、そしてその他の必要な情報を提供することに同意します。 私は上記の条件に同意します。 *

Build or integrate with DocuSign

Create consent forms in Ethnio — with signatures, checkboxes, or formatted text — or connect your existing DocuSign account.

Track consent expiration

Every consent type, whether built in Ethnio or external, is tracked per participant with optional expiration dates.

Translate and localize consent

Automatically show translated consent based on participant location—always localized.

Security & compliance

We know how seriously you treat your customer data. That’s why security is built into Ethnio from the ground up—with the certifications to back it up.

More about security

GDPR

Robust data encryption and granular access controls to ensure compliance with EU data protection regulations and safeguard the privacy of EU citizens.

HIPAA

Healthcare data is stored and processed in Dovetail’s HIPAA solution and in compliance with HIPAA standards.

CCPA

Protect participants' data with robust tools for data deletion and opt-out requests.

SSO

We support SSO via SAML 2.0 to manage vendor access for all your employees.

Swiss & Canadian data protection policy compliance

Full compliance with CPPA in Canada, FADP in Switzerland, and other international data frameworks.

Frequently asked questions

Absolutely. Ethnio’s panel management software is engineered to support small and large-scale research operations and diverse panel requirements. It is built to manage growth in data and user activity, meeting the ongoing needs of large teams overseeing hundreds of studies and extensive participant pools.

Our panel management solution features advanced performance management and team-based workflows, optimizing collaboration across research projects. You can ensure precise segmentation and dynamic updates with customization options, including tailored intercepts and screeners across 30+ targeting variables. Integration with essential tools like Zoom, Outlook, and Google Calendar streamlines research processes, boosting operational efficiency across large teams.

Additionally, Ethnio supports various panel types—general, specialized, and ad-hoc—ensuring that your panels remain current and relevant for targeted recruitment strategies and research at scale.

Absolutely. Our user research CRM integrates with the tools research teams rely on, including Outlook, Google Calendar, DocuSign, Zoom, and Slack. Additionally, our powerful API and webhooks enable seamless two-way data sync with any CRM.

Data handling is streamlined through automatic import/export with CSV and Google Sheets, reducing manual entry and enhancing accuracy. For privacy and compliance, integrations with tools like Transcend automate GDPR and CCPA processes, including user opt-outs based on their email address and data erasure(DSRs).

You can find the full of integrations here

Ethnio also integrates with visitor management systems (VMS) to send participant consent and approval to front desk check-ins, streamlining the research process and reducing manual admin tasks.

Discuss VMS integration on an Enterprise call

We also offer support for custom integrations. Simply reach out, and our dedicated support team, supported by detailed developer documentation, will assist you. By connecting your preferred tools to your participant database, you can maintain your favorite methodologies and tools with your own real users, ensuring minimal disruption to your existing workflows and a seamless integration into your research stack.

At Ethnio, protecting your data is our top priority. We implement robust security measures to protect participant data, including advanced encryption for data in transit and at rest, SOC 2 certifications, and adherence to major data protection regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA.

Customer data is stored in AWS US West (Oregon), a SOC 2 Type 2 accredited data center, and we have achieved SOC 2 Type 1 certification from A-LIGN. Regular security audits and detailed documentation on data breach response protocols further ensure that your sensitive data is protected.

To prevent unauthorized access, we support two-factor authentication (2FA).

Conduct research with confidence, knowing that your data is securely protected. For additional details on our security practices and compliance features, please visit Ethnio Security.

Ethnio centralizes your entire recruitment process into a single, easy-to-use platform. Gain complete control over every stage—from participant recruitment and onboarding to incentive distribution—eliminating the need for multiple systems and third-party platforms.

Import participant data from various sources, including global opt-in pages, recruiting agencies, marketing databases, customer opt-in pages, and tools like Qualtrics and Salesforce. Ethnio supports participant lists in multiple formats, such as CSV and Google Sheets, allowing for dynamic filters and segments to target participants based on custom attributes, survey results, and engagement history.

Onboarding is streamlined with customizable workflows for registration, consent collection, and initial engagement for smooth integration of new participants. Incentive management is flexible, with options for monetary compensation, gift cards, and other payment methods tailored to participant preferences and study needs.

Additionally, features like opt-out management and participant history tracking ensure compliance, helping you adhere to data protection regulations while managing the recruitment process end‑to‑end.

We understand that a successful transition involves more than just features. We’re here to support you throughout the implementation process and beyond, ensuring you fully leverage the platform to run research at scale. From the start, our team provides personalized one-on-one onboarding to facilitate a seamless setup. Our training sessions and resources equip your team with the knowledge needed to maximize Ethnio's capabilities. Once operational, you’ll have access to extensive support documentation and a dedicated customer success team ready to assist with any technical issues or best practices.

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Spreadsheets are out. Research Operations Platforms are in. Sign up for a live demo to see how Ethnio is transforming the way teams streamline workflows, enhance collaboration, and scale their impact.

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