This Twitter bot aims to publish vaccine appointments the second they open up. It’s often as much as 10 minutes faster than other tools. Seconds matter when thousands of people are vying for the same slots.
Hopefully this tool is helpful for some of you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I get notifications when a slot opens up?
You can follow the Twitter bot, and enable notifications on Twitter. See Twitter’s instructions on how to enable notifications on the Web and on your phone.
What sites do you monitor?
| Provider | Locations | Avaibility |
|---|---|---|
| NYC Vaccine Hubs (Vax4NYC) | 16 | Slots open up throughout the day |
| NYC Health + Hospitals | 22 | Slots open up throughout the day |
| New York State Centers | 6 | Slots open up, but often for a week or later. |
| Duane Reade | 188 | Low availibility still. |
Slots are gone too quickly. Do you have any tips?
Things that may help: • Use an Incognito browser window • Turn on Twitter notifications • For H+H sites, create a MyChart account when a slot opens up. The slot will likely be gone, but it makes trying the next time faster. • Keep trying. Appointments are often gone in less than 15 secs.
How reliable is this site?
New vaccination slots should be published in real-time, often within seconds of opening up. However, this site is run by a voluneteer with a busy day job, so unfortunately I can’t guarantee anything. The best strategy is to keep trying.
Am I eligble to get a vaccine?
Please check with the vaccine locations to see what the eligibility criteria are. The Gothamist has a good guide on how vaccinations work.
How to contact you?
This tool is built by @mickniepoth.
