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1 === Booktics – Appointment Booking Calendar for Service Businesses ===
2 Contributors: arraytics, ehsanriyadh
3 Tags: booking, appointment booking, booking calendar, service booking, reservations, scheduling, booking system
4 Requires at least: 6.2
5 Tested up to: 7.1
6 Stable tag: 1.0.29
7 Requires PHP: 7.4
8 License: GPLv2 or later
9 License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
10
11 WordPress appointment booking calendar with online scheduling for salons, clinics, wellness, fitness and all service businesses.
12
13 == Description ==
14
15 [**Booktics**](https://arraytics.com/booktics/) is a powerful booking calendar and appointment scheduling plugin for service-based businesses. It helps you manage appointments, accept online bookings, and automate your scheduling—all from one simple dashboard.
16
17 Designed for salons, spas, clinics, wellness centers, fitness trainers, tutors, and home service providers, Booktics replaces manual scheduling with a fast, reliable online booking system. Your customers can book appointments 24/7, while you stay in control of availability, services, and payments.
18
19 Whether you run a small local business or manage multiple services, Booktics keeps your booking calendar organized, automated, and easy to manage.
20
21
22 **With Booktics, you can** :
23 - Create and manage unlimited services and appointments
24 - Offer group booking options
25 - Add extra services and add-ons
26 - Accept payments via Stripe, PayPal, and more
27 - Automate workflows with email notifications and reminders
28 - Use a responsive booking calendar that works on any device
29
30 **Smart Calendar & Scheduling Integration**
31 Booktics connects with Google Calendar and Outlook, so every booking updates automatically across your calendars. This helps prevent double bookings, missed appointments, and scheduling conflicts.
32
33
34 **Online Meetings & Customer Management**
35 Host virtual appointments using Google Meet, and manage customer relationships with tools like FluentCRM for follow-ups and communication.
36
37
38 **Online Payments Made Easy**
39 Allow customers to pay while booking using secure payment gateways. This reduces no-shows and improves your cash flow.
40
41 **Built for Service Businesses**
42 From beauty and wellness to healthcare and home services, Booktics is built to handle real-world scheduling needs. It simplifies bookings for your customers while giving you full control over your business operations.
43
44
45 [Live Demo](https://products.arraytics.com/booktics-admin-demo/) | [Documentation](https://docs.arraytics.com/docs/booktics/) | [Roadmap](https://arraytics.com/booktics/booktics-roadmaps/) | [Support](https://arraytics.com/support/) | [Pro](https://arraytics.com/booktics/pricing/)
46
47 [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bw_0G_rwCb0]
48
49
50 ## Who Can Benefit from Booktics? (8 Business Types)
51
52 Booktics is the ideal appointment booking plugin for WordPress service businesses of every size — from solo freelancers to multi-staff studios. If your business runs on appointments, Booktics was built for you.
53
54 #### 💇 Salons & Barbershops
55
56 Hair salons, nail studios, barbershops, cosmetology centers, and beauty professionals can manage daily bookings through a clean, mobile-friendly booking calendar. Clients pick their service, choose a time slot, and confirm — all without a phone call. Staff can track their own appointments and avoid overlapping schedules.
57
58 #### 📚 Tutors, Coaches, LMS Sites & eLearning Platforms
59 Online course creators, LMS site owners, tutors, coaches, language teachers, driving instructors, and education centers often don't need a full learning management system just to let students book a lesson, consultation, or coaching session. Booktics gives WordPress-powered eLearning sites the scheduling layer your LMS is missing or replaces the need for one entirely when all you really need is simple, professional booking.
60 Let students book 1-on-1 lessons, group study sessions, or live coaching calls directly from your WordPress site. Set your available hours, assign sessions to specific instructors or tutors, and automate appointment reminders to eliminate no-shows no complex LMS build required.
61
62 **Perfect for:**
63 - TutorLMS, LearnPress and LifterLMS site owners who need bookable office hours or live tutoring sessions alongside their online courses
64 - Independent tutors and online coaches who don't need a full LMS just a clean booking calendar that works
65 - Language schools, driving instructors, and test-prep centers managing recurring student appointments and eLearning session scheduling
66 - Corporate trainers and workshop hosts offering bookable seminars, team coaching, and instructor-led training (ILT) sessions
67
68 #### 🦷 Dental Clinics & Healthcare
69
70 Reduce missed calls and front-desk workload by letting patients book dentist visits, checkups, therapy sessions, and consultations online. The appointment scheduler keeps time slots clearly visible, prevents double bookings, and gives your clinic a full daily view of upcoming appointments.
71
72 #### 🌿 Health & Wellness Centers
73
74 Therapists, physiotherapists, massage therapists, and wellness studios can manage sessions smoothly with Booktics. Set service duration, add buffer time between bookings, define daily limits, and organize one-on-one or group sessions — all from one booking calendar.
75
76 #### 🏋️ Fitness Trainers & Yoga Studios
77
78 Personal trainers, yoga instructors, Zumba coaches, and fitness centers can accept bookings for individual sessions and group classes online. Control your schedule, set class capacity limits, and let clients choose time slots that work for them — no back-and-forth needed.
79
80 #### 🧹 Cleaning Services
81
82 Home cleaning, office cleaning, and specialist cleaning businesses can show real-time availability and let customers book a service, date, and time in seconds. Your booking calendar updates instantly, helping your team plan jobs without scheduling conflicts.
83
84 #### 🔧 Repair, Maintenance & Home Services
85
86 Plumbers, electricians, HVAC technicians, and home service providers can manage job bookings easily. Customers select a service and time online; your team sees everything in the booking calendar and eliminates double-scheduling.
87
88 #### 💄 Beauty & Personal Care Professionals
89
90 Makeup artists, nail technicians, skincare specialists, estheticians, and grooming experts can handle full appointment schedules without confusion. Clients book multiple services, reschedule if needed, and always see live availability.
91
92 ✨ Booktics is a complete online booking system for WordPress that supports appointments, classes, sessions, group bookings, and service reservations in one place. No coding required. No complex setup. Just install, configure, and start accepting bookings.
93
94
95 ## Booktics Free Features — More Than Most Plugins Charge For
96
97 The free version of Booktics includes features that competing plugins lock behind premium plans. You get a fully functional service booking system — with Stripe payments, Google Calendar sync, and full team management — at zero cost.
98
99 ### 🗓️ Appointment Booking & Scheduling
100
101 - **24/7 Online Booking** — Customers book directly from your website at any time. They see only available time slots, eliminating phone calls and preventing double bookings automatically.
102 - **Multi-Step Booking Form** — A guided step-by-step flow: choose a service → pick a date and time → confirm. Designed to reduce drop-offs and works flawlessly on mobile and desktop.
103 - **Custom Time Slots** — Set the exact duration for every service. A 30-minute haircut and a 90-minute massage each get their own accurate slot length.
104 - **Buffer Time Between Appointments** — Add prep or cleanup time before or after any service. Protects your team from back-to-back burnout and keeps your schedule realistic.
105 - **Booking Limits** — Cap the number of appointments per time slot or per day to prevent overbooking and protect your team's capacity.
106 - **Client Self-Service Cancellation & Rescheduling** — Customers manage their own bookings via a direct link. Reduces admin workload and keeps your calendar accurate without manual updates.
107 - **Booking Approval System** — Choose between auto-confirmation and manual review for new bookings. Ideal for premium services, consultations, and intake-required appointments.
108
109 ### 🛠️ Service Management
110
111 - **Unlimited Services** — Add as many services as your business needs, each with its own name, duration, price, and description.
112 - **[Service Categories](https://docs.arraytics.com/docs/booktics/services/how-to-create-service-category-in-booktics/)** — Group services into categories (e.g., Hair, Skin, Wellness) so customers find what they need faster and your booking form stays organized.
113 - **Service-Level Scheduling Rules** — Configure unique availability, duration, and pricing per service for maximum scheduling flexibility.
114
115 ### 👥 Staff & Team Management
116
117 - **[Team Member Management](https://docs.arraytics.com/docs/booktics/team-members/how-to-manage-team-member-on-booktics/)** — Assign specific services to each staff member, set individual working hours, and keep everyone's calendar organized from one admin panel.
118 - **Individual Staff Panels** — Each team member gets their own secure login to view and manage their personal appointment schedule. Admins maintain full oversight from the central dashboard.
119 - **Automatic Conflict Prevention** — Booktics blocks already-booked time slots in real time. Two clients can never be assigned to the same staff member at the same time.
120
121 ### 💳 Payments & Checkout — Stripe Is Free
122
123 This is where Booktics stands apart from every competitor.
124
125 - **Stripe Integration — 100% Free** — Accept credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay at checkout. No commission taken by Booktics. No upgrade required. Full Stripe is available in the free version — unlike Bookly, Salon Booking System, and LatePoint which charge for this.
126 - **Local & Offline Payment** — Offer in-person or cash-on-arrival payment for clients who prefer not to pay online.
127 - **[WooCommerce Integration](https://docs.arraytics.com/docs/booktics/)** — Connect Booktics with WooCommerce to access additional payment gateways, tax management, invoicing, and advanced order tracking synced with your booking calendar.
128
129 ### �
130 Calendar Integrations & Sync
131
132 - **[Two-Way Google Calendar Sync](https://docs.arraytics.com/docs/booktics/integration/how-to-integrate-google-calendar-with-booktics/)** — Every new booking appears on your Google Calendar instantly. Changes made in Google Calendar sync back to Booktics automatically. Prevents double bookings and keeps your schedule accurate across every device. Available free — no upgrade required.
133 - **Drag-and-Drop Calendar View** — An interactive backend calendar lets admins and staff move, edit, and review appointments visually with a single drag.
134
135 ### 📊 Reporting & Dashboard
136
137 - **Business Dashboard** — See all upcoming bookings, total revenue, and customer stats at a glance from one clean admin screen.
138 - **Booking Status Tracking** — Monitor confirmed, pending, and cancelled appointments from one organized panel.
139 - **Upcoming Bookings View** — Always know what is scheduled next so your team is never caught off guard.
140
141 ### 📨 Notifications & Communication
142
143 - **[Automated Email Notifications](https://docs.arraytics.com/docs/booktics/automation/how-to-get-started-with-booktics-email-automation/)** — Automatically send booking confirmations, reminders, rescheduling alerts, and cancellation notices to both clients and staff. Reduces no-shows and builds trust.
144 - **Google Meet Integration** — Offer virtual appointments and automatically generate Google Meet links when a booking is confirmed. Perfect for online consultations and remote sessions.
145 - **FluentCRM Integration** — Sync customer data with FluentCRM for follow-up campaigns and loyalty communications.
146
147 ### 🌍 Translation Ready & WPML Compatible
148
149 Booktics is fully translation-ready and compatible with WPML and Polylang — ideal for service businesses serving multilingual communities. Translate your booking form, email notifications, and service names into any language.
150
151 ### 🔒 GDPR Compliant
152
153 Booktics handles customer data securely and transparently, with optional consent fields available during the booking process.
154
155 ### 🧩 Works With Your Favourite Page Builders
156
157 Embed your booking calendar anywhere using:
158 - **Gutenberg block** — native WordPress block editor
159 - **Elementor widget**
160 - **Shortcode** — paste `[booktics]` into any page, post, or sidebar
161
162 ---
163
164 ## 🚀 Booktics PRO — Advanced Features for Growing Service Businesses
165
166 Booktics Pro unlocks powerful tools for businesses that need deeper customization, expanded payment options, and advanced team control.
167
168 ### ⚙️ Advanced Service Management
169
170 - **[Extra Service Add-Ons](https://docs.arraytics.com/docs/booktics/services/how-to-add-custom-fields-on-service/)** — Let clients add optional extras at checkout. A salon can offer "Haircut + Deep Conditioning"; a clinic can bundle "Consultation + Lab Test." Increases average booking value per customer.
171 - **[Group Booking](https://docs.arraytics.com/docs/booktics/services/how-to-enable-group-booking-on-service/)** — Accept bookings for multiple people in one appointment. Perfect for yoga classes, workshops, fitness sessions, and team training.
172 - **Multiple Pricing & Duration Options** — Offer the same service at different lengths and price points. A therapist can list a 30-minute and a 60-minute session as separate bookable options.
173 - **[Custom Booking Fields](https://docs.arraytics.com/docs/booktics/services/how-to-add-custom-fields-on-service/)** — Add custom questions to the booking form — preferred staff, medical notes, special requirements, or anything your service requires.
174
175 [youtube https://youtu.be/Xc3D7g4Ynec?si=LXdS5D7gctAhGyUo]
176
177 ### 💳 Advanced Payment Options
178
179 - **[PayPal Integration](https://docs.arraytics.com/docs/booktics/payment-type/how-to-configure-the-paypal-in-booktics-pro/)** — Accept PayPal payments at the time of booking. Available exclusively in Booktics Pro.
180
181 [youtube https://youtu.be/Xc3D7g4Ynec?si=LXdS5D7gctAhGyUo]
182
183 ### �
184 Extended Calendar & Business Integrations
185
186 - **Outlook Calendar Integration** — Connect Microsoft Outlook to keep your work and personal schedules aligned across devices.
187 - **[Directorist Integration](https://youtu.be/JCjoJmcTcSw?si=laC_p5OjCK4GXDrZ)** — Link Booktics directly to your Directorist directory listings so visitors can discover and book your services in one step.
188
189 [youtube https://youtu.be/JCjoJmcTcSw?si=aUa24vE0zYo8Chzn]
190
191 ### 👥 Advanced Team & Location Management
192
193 - **Granular Team Permissions** — Set detailed permissions for each staff member. Team members manage their own bookings independently while admins keep full oversight and control.
194 - **Multi-Location Support** — Run your booking system across multiple branches or locations from one central WordPress admin panel.
195
196 ---
197
198 ## 📦 More Powerful WordPress Plugins from Arraytics
199
200 �
201 [**Eventin**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-event-solution/) — All-in-one event management plugin. Sell tickets, manage events, and run virtual or in-person events.
202
203 🍽️ [**WPCafe**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-cafe/) — Online food ordering, restaurant menu, table reservations, and delivery management for WordPress.
204
205 �
206 [**Timetics**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/timetics/) — AI-powered appointment scheduling plugin with smart time optimization.
207
208 🎨 [**Poptics**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/poptics/) — Create conversion-driven popups, lead capture forms, and promotional overlays for WordPress.
209
210 Visit [**Arraytics**](https://arraytics.com/booktics) to explore our full suite of WordPress solutions.
211
212 ---
213
214 == External Services ==
215
216 This plugin connects to the following external services:
217
218 === Stripe Payments ===
219
220 Processes secure online payments for bookings when Stripe is enabled as a payment method.
221
222 **Data sent:** Transaction data required to process the payment (order amount, currency, customer name/email). Payment card details are handled directly and securely by Stripe — never stored by Booktics.
223
224 **Service provider:** Stripe, Inc. — [Terms of Service](https://stripe.com/legal) | [Privacy Policy](https://stripe.com/privacy)
225
226 **Note:** Optional. Only active if you enable Stripe payments in the plugin settings.
227
228 === Google Calendar API ===
229
230 Synchronizes appointments between your WordPress site and Google Calendar with two-way sync.
231
232 **Data sent:** Calendar event data (appointment details, dates, times, attendee information) when bookings are created, updated, or cancelled.
233
234 **Service provider:** Google LLC — [Terms of Service](https://policies.google.com/terms) | [Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
235
236 **Note:** Optional. Only active if you connect your Google Calendar account in the integration settings.
237
238 === Arraytics FluentCRM Service ===
239
240 Connects to Arraytics.com's FluentCRM service for optional marketing communication (product updates, feature announcements, support information).
241
242 **Data sent:** Your email address — only when voluntarily provided during business setup or onboarding.
243
244 **Service provider:** Arraytics — [Terms of Service](https://arraytics.com/terms-of-service/) | [Privacy Policy](https://arraytics.com/privacy-policy/)
245
246 **Note:** Optional. Not required for core plugin functionality.
247
248 == Screenshots ==
249
250 1. Dashboard and Reporting — all bookings, revenue, and upcoming appointments at a glance
251 2. Buffer time and custom time slots — set prep time between appointments
252 3. Cancellation and rescheduling — clients manage their own bookings
253 4. Browse services and book in minutes — clean multi-step booking flow
254 5. Calendar view with Google Calendar sync — drag-and-drop appointment management
255 6. Custom booking forms — collect extra information from clients during booking
256 7. Booking approval system — auto-confirm or manually review new bookings
257 8. Customer management — client history, contact details, and booking records
258 9. Service management — create unlimited services with custom pricing and duration
259 10. Team management — assign staff to services and manage individual schedules
260 11. Business setup — configure your booking system in minutes, no coding needed
261
262 == Frequently Asked Questions ==
263
264 = Is Booktics built specifically for service businesses? =
265
266 Yes. Booktics is designed exclusively for service-based businesses — salons, clinics, fitness studios, cleaning services, tutors, coaches, repair services, and any business that operates on appointments. Every feature in Booktics is built around how service businesses actually work: staff management, service duration, buffer time, capacity limits, and real-time availability. It is not a generic booking tool.
267
268 = Does Booktics include Stripe payments in the free version? =
269
270 Yes — and this is one of the biggest advantages of Booktics. The free version includes full Stripe integration so you can accept credit card payments, Apple Pay, and Google Pay directly through your WordPress booking form. No upgrade required, and Booktics takes zero commission. Competing plugins like Bookly, LatePoint, and Salon Booking System require paid plans to unlock Stripe.
271
272 = Is Google Calendar sync available in the free version? =
273
274 Yes. Booktics includes two-way Google Calendar sync completely free. Every new booking appears on your Google Calendar instantly. Changes or cancellations sync back in real time. This keeps your schedule accurate across every device and prevents double bookings — no paid upgrade needed.
275
276 = How does Booktics compare to Bookly, LatePoint, or Salon Booking System? =
277
278 Booktics is the only free WordPress appointment booking plugin that includes Stripe payment processing, two-way Google Calendar sync, and full team management all in the free version. Bookly and LatePoint require paid upgrades for both Stripe and Google Calendar. Booktics gives service businesses a complete, professional booking system without forcing you into a subscription to unlock core features.
279
280 = Is Booktics beginner-friendly? =
281
282 Yes. No coding or technical skills are required. Install the plugin, add your services, configure your team, and your online booking system is live within minutes. A setup wizard guides you through every step. The entire process typically takes under 15 minutes.
283
284 = Can I manage multiple staff members with Booktics? =
285
286 Yes. The free version supports multiple team members. Each staff member gets a personal panel to view and manage their own bookings. Admins maintain full control from a central dashboard. You can assign specific services to specific staff, set individual working hours, and the system prevents scheduling conflicts automatically.
287
288 = Can clients cancel or reschedule their own appointments? =
289
290 Yes. Clients can cancel or reschedule based on the rules you configure — giving them flexibility while keeping your calendar organized without manual admin work.
291
292 = Which page builders does Booktics support? =
293
294 Booktics works with all major WordPress page builders: Gutenberg (native WordPress block editor), Elementor (via dedicated widget), and any theme or page builder that supports shortcodes via `[booktics]`.
295
296 = Does Booktics support multiple languages? =
297
298 Yes. Booktics is fully translation-ready and compatible with WPML and Polylang for multilingual WordPress websites. You can translate the booking form, email notifications, service names, and all customer-facing text into any language.
299
300 = Can I accept online payments without upgrading to Booktics Pro? =
301
302 Yes. Booktics Free includes Stripe integration for credit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. WooCommerce payment integration is also available free for additional payment options. PayPal is available in Booktics Pro.
303
304 = Is Booktics suitable for hotel or property rental bookings? =
305
306 Booktics is purpose-built for time-based service appointments — salons, clinics, fitness, coaching, cleaning, and similar businesses. It is not designed for multi-day property rentals or hotel room reservations. For accommodation bookings, a dedicated rental plugin is recommended.
307
308 = Is Booktics GDPR compliant? =
309
310 Booktics supports GDPR-compliant data handling. Customer information is stored securely and transparently. Payment card data is never stored by Booktics — it is handled directly by Stripe. We recommend adding a consent checkbox to your booking form and reviewing your site's privacy policy accordingly.
311
312 = Where can I find documentation and get support? =
313
314 Full documentation is available at [docs.arraytics.com/docs/booktics](https://docs.arraytics.com/docs/booktics/). For support, visit [arraytics.com/support](https://arraytics.com/support/). Join our [Facebook Community](https://www.facebook.com/groups/arraytics) for tips, updates, and help from other Booktics users.
315
316 == Frequently Asked Questions ==
317 = Where do I report security bugs found in this plugin? =
318
319 Please report security bugs found in the source code of the Booktics plugin through the [Patchstack Vulnerability Disclosure Program](https://patchstack.com/database/vdp/10a0b4c8-3b64-4104-ad17-fe1f2e5f4ee0). The Patchstack team will assist you with verification, CVE assignment, and notify the developers of this plugin.
320
321 == Installation ==
322
323 = Automatic Installation (Recommended) =
324
325 1. Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard.
326 2. Go to **Plugins → Add New**.
327 3. Search for **"Booktics"**.
328 4. Click **Install Now**, then click **Activate**.
329 5. A new **Booktics** menu will appear in your left sidebar. Click it to begin setup.
330
331 = Manual Installation via FTP =
332
333 1. Download the Booktics plugin zip file.
334 2. Unzip the file on your computer.
335 3. Using an FTP client, upload the `booktics` folder to `/wp-content/plugins/` on your server.
336 4. In your WordPress admin, go to **Plugins** and activate **Booktics**.
337
338 = Quick Setup — Go Live in 4 Steps =
339
340 After activation, follow these four steps to start accepting bookings:
341
342 1. **Add your services** — Go to Booktics → Services. Create each service with a name, duration, and price.
343 2. **Add your team** — Go to Booktics → Team Members. Add staff and assign them to services with their working hours.
344 3. **Configure payments** — Go to Booktics → Settings → Payments. Enable Stripe (free) for online payments.
345 4. **Publish your booking form** — Add the `[booktics]` shortcode or the Booktics Gutenberg block to any page or post.
346
347 Your appointment booking system is now live. Customers can book online, 24/7.
348
349 Need help? Visit our [documentation](https://docs.arraytics.com/docs/booktics/) or [contact support](https://arraytics.com/support/).
350
351 == Changelog ==
352
353 = 1.0.29 (October 11, 2026) =
354 Fix: Security - Google Calendar connection is now more secure.
355 Fix: Security - Stripe now always charges the correct price in your store currency.
356 Fix: Stripe - Wrong price for currencies like JPY, KRW and KWD is fixed.
357 Fix: Stripe - Refunds from the admin now work.
358 Fix: Site Health - "Active PHP session" and REST API errors are fixed.
359 Fix: Cart - Items no longer disappear from the cart.
360
361 = 1.0.28 (October 04, 2026) =
362 Fix: Security - Customers can now only see their own appointments in the booking calendar.
363 Fix: Security - Private appointment details are now hidden from non-admin users.
364
365 = 1.0.27 (September 28, 2026) =
366 New: Added dark mode support in admin panel.
367
368 = 1.0.26 (September 22, 2026) =
369 New: Added an Ask AI page with one-click Aisentic Plugin setup.
370 Tweak: Settings - Consistent card width across every settings tab.
371 Fix: Appointments - Appointments reschedule and cancel issues from frontend are fixed.
372 Fix: Booking - Bookings are no longer refused with "Insufficient capacity" when the slot is free.
373 Fix: Booking - A slot taken while a customer is checking out is refused instead of double booked.
374 Fix: Booking - A bad date in a time slot request no longer returns an error.
375
376 = 1.0.25 (September 9, 2026) =
377 Fix: Security – Harden security updates.
378 Fix: Translation - Booking calendar dates and frontend button labels now follow your site language.
379 Fix: Google Meet - Meeting link generation failing quietly issue fixed.
380
381 = 1.0.24 (August 24, 2026) =
382 New: WooCommerce - Accept booking payments through your WooCommerce checkout.
383 Fix: Localization - Admin and frontend translations now load correctly.
384
385 = 1.0.23 (July 29, 2026) =
386 New: Onboarding – Recommended plugins step suggesting Optiontics and Aisentic.
387 New: Integration – Added MailPoet and Zoho integration.
388 New: Integration- Added Pabbly Connect and Zapier integrations.
389 Fix: Security – Harden security updates.
390 Fix: Booking – Auto-release reserved slots for abandoned bookings.
391 Fix: Google Meet – Fixed meeting link generation.
392 Fix: Booking – Corrected service booking duration mismatch with service duration.
393 Fix: Localization – Fixed incorrect time display for different site languages.
394 Fix: Email – Prevented confirmation email being sent before payment completion.
395 Fix: Appointment – Changing appointment status no longer overwrites the order and payment status.
396
397 = 1.0.22 (June 24, 2026) =
398 Fix: Email - Fixed sending email before payment completion.
399 Fix: Security - minor fixes for security vulnerabilities.
400 Tweak: Performance - improved load speed for admin panel.
401
402 = 1.0.21 (May 20, 2026) =
403 New: Team Members – Added new Team Member shortcodes for frontend display
404 Fix: Cart – Resolved subtotal warning and booking email delivery issues for team members.
405 Fix: Team Members – “Select All” now only includes active team members.
406
407 = 1.0.20 (April 28, 2026) =
408 Tweak: User experience improvement.
409
410 = 1.0.19 (April 26, 2026) =
411 Fix: Booking Modal - Resolved CSS break after modal close caused by nested ConfigProvider affecting global styles.
412 Fix: Google Calendar - External events now correctly block time slots when two-way sync is enabled.
413 Fix: Admin Booking - Prevented duplicate bookings for same service/time by fixing timezone and duration calculation mismatch.
414 Fix: Stripe - Corrected payment status being marked as “fully paid” before card confirmation completes.
415 Fix: Booking Flow - Fixed inconsistent date and time format display across steps and thank you page.
416 Fix: Admin Settings - Time format now correctly follows server time settings.
417 Fix: Booking Slots - Fixed timezone conversion issue impacting availability calculation.
418 Fix: Translation - Ensured all translation strings load properly across frontend and admin.
419 Fix: UI - Pagination filters now apply correctly on data refresh.
420 Fix: Customer List - Eliminated duplicate API calls on initial page load.
421 Fix: Automation - Fixed email automations not triggering/sending as expected.
422
423 = 1.0.18 = (April 8, 2025)
424 * Fix: Localization – Resolved translation not loading for multilingual sites.
425 * Fix: Booking – Fixed permission error that could occur during the booking process.
426 * Fix: Services – Corrected pagination issues on the services management page.
427 * Fix: Services – Ensured category filters correctly display all active services.
428 * Tweak: Security – Strengthened overall security measures across the plugin.
429 * Tweak: Performance – Optimized plugin loading performance for faster page loads.
430
431 = 1.0.17 = (March 09, 2025)
432 * Fix: Resolved error when adding a booking to cart.
433 * Tweak: Improved security measures.
434
435 = 1.0.16 = (February 18, 2026)
436 * Tweak: Improved WordPress 6.x compatibility.
437
438 = 1.0.15 = (January 29, 2026)
439 * Fix: Corrected service value display on the booking Thank You page.
440 * Fix: Prevented schedule time shifts when updating team member data.
441
442 = 1.0.14 = (January 12, 2026)
443 * Fix: Dependency optimization issue resolved.
444
445 = 1.0.13 = (January 6, 2026)
446 * Fix: Resolved Stripe payment issue for bookings in multiple currencies.
447
448 = 1.0.12 = (December 18, 2025)
449 * Tweak: Code adjustments to maintain cross-version compatibility.
450
451 = 1.0.11 = (November 09, 2025)
452 * Fix: Resolved error in service shortcode when service description contained emoji characters.
453
454 = 1.0.10 = (October 15, 2025)
455 * Tweak: General user experience improvements across the booking flow.
456 * Fix: Customer cancellation notes not displaying in the admin panel.
457
458 = 1.0.9 = (September 30, 2025)
459 * Tweak: Stripe payment keys are now fully configurable with user-provided secret and publishable keys.
460 * Fix: Google Calendar auto-logout issue resolved.
461 * Fix: Database error when Google Calendar module was active.
462 * Fix: Deleting an appointment now correctly removes the linked event on Google Calendar.
463 * Fix: Service price not appearing on the successful booking confirmation page.
464 * Fix: Dashboard not displaying total revenue correctly.
465 * Fix: Cancelling an appointment now properly reduces the total booking count.
466 * Fix: Team members could see all appointments in the calendar — now restricted to their own.
467
468 = 1.0.8 = (September 10, 2025)
469 * Tweak: Email notifications can now be sent to team members as well as customers.
470 * Fix: Navigation error on the location management page.
471 * Fix: Team member creation from the admin panel.
472 * Fix: Appointment time format display in email notifications.
473 * Fix: Team member profile image update issue.
474
475 = 1.0.7 = (August 25, 2025)
476 * New: Category-wise service booking now available from the front-end — customers browse by category.
477 * New: Category shortcode added to the shortcode management page.
478 * New: Enhanced booking form layout with improved visual design.
479 * Tweak: Added PayPal filter in the order table for easier payment method management.
480 * Fix: Missing variable values in email automation templates.
481 * Fix: Issue with previewing services as an admin.
482 * Fix: Incorrect status shown on the plugin dashboard page.
483 * Fix: Cost breakdown not displaying for group bookings.
484 * Fix: Total booking count mismatch in the customer panel.
485 * Fix: Appointment duration not displaying correctly in booking summary.
486 * Fix: Error when searching appointments by customer name.
487 * Fix: Calendar icon selection issue in settings.
488 * Fix: Customer first and last name display issues across the admin panel.
489
490 = 1.0.6 = (August 14, 2025)
491 * Tweak: Improved UX for custom holiday and schedule configuration.
492 * Tweak: Payment status can now be updated directly from the order edit page.
493 * Fix: Timeslot availability issue with custom schedules.
494 * Fix: Blocking time slots based on service duration now works correctly.
495 * Fix: Appointment status change issue in the admin panel.
496 * Fix: Theme color settings change not applying in general settings.
497 * Fix: Multiple people being able to book the same time slot simultaneously.
498 * Fix: Team members unable to update their own profile.
499 * Fix: Customer name not displaying in appointment and order tables.
500 * Fix: Incorrect total duration calculation for multi-service bookings.
501 * Fix: Dashboard chart display issue.
502
503 = 1.0.5 =
504 * Tweak: Improved UI design for order edit sidebar.
505 * Fix: "Add New Order" button not appearing in admin.
506 * Fix: Single order placement issue.
507 * Fix: Order edit sidebar not opening from calendar appointments.
508 * Fix: "Add to Calendar" button not displaying correctly.
509 * Fix: Order status update issue.
510 * Fix: Free service bookings incorrectly showing payment method options.
511
512 = 1.0.4 =
513 * New: Team member panel — staff can now log in and manage their own bookings independently.
514 * New: Buffer time support — add prep or cleanup time before and after any appointment.
515 * New: Default email automation — confirmations, reminders, and cancellations sent automatically.
516 * New: Order creation directly from the admin panel.
517 * New: Support for existing WordPress users as booking customers.
518 * New: Google Meet Integration — generate virtual meeting links automatically on booking.
519 * New: Two-way Google Calendar Sync — bookings appear on Google Calendar in real time.
520 * Tweak: Dashboard now displays only confirmed bookings for a cleaner overview.
521 * Tweak: Updated Settings > Integration & Payment UI with improved toggles.
522 * Tweak: Added advanced settings section for granular service control.
523
524 = 1.0.3 =
525 * Fix: Miscellaneous bug fixes and stability enhancements.
526
527 = 1.0.2 =
528 * Fix: Resolved multiple issues with the booking process flow.
529 * Fix: Fixed multisite support issue.
530 * Fix: WordPress version compatibility issue resolved.
531
532 = 1.0.1 =
533 * New: Improved user interface with visual enhancements.
534 * New: Introduced module-based architecture for better flexibility.
535 * New: Added support for shortcode-based booking form rendering.
536 * Fix: Resolved various bugs and stability issues.
537
538 = 1.0.0 =
539 * New: Integrated Booking Calendar module for improved scheduling visibility.
540 * New: Added FluentCRM integration for customer marketing and follow-ups.
541 * New: Introduced appointment editing functionality for admins.
542 * New: Email automation for rescheduling and cancellation notifications.
543 * Tweak: Improved synchronization for Pro features.
544 * Tweak: Upgraded the Service module for better usability.
545
546 = 0.0.2 =
547 * New: Appointment and order creation from the admin panel.
548 * New: Full appointment table actions (delete, bulk delete, view, pagination).
549 * Tweak: Added layout and navigation to the service module.
550 * Fix: Category selection bug when creating a new service.
551 * Fix: Avatar display issues across all table views.
552
553 = 0.0.1 =
554 * New: Dashboard with key business metrics overview.
555 * New: Category management for organizing services.
556 * New: Order management module for tracking customer bookings.
557 * New: Customer management for better client handling.
558 * New: Service preview feature before publishing.
559 * New: Stripe integration for secure online payment processing.
560
561 = 0.0.0 =
562 * Initial release — first version of Booktics.
563
564 == Upgrade Notice ==
565
566 = 1.0.18 =
567 Recommended update for all users. Fixes a booking permission error, resolves translation loading for multilingual sites, and improves overall security and performance.
568
569 = 1.0.9 =
570 Important update: Resolves multiple Google Calendar sync issues and fixes Stripe payment configuration for multi-currency bookings. Upgrade recommended.
571
572 = 1.0.4 =
573 Major feature release: Adds Team Member Panel, Buffer Time, Two-Way Google Calendar Sync, Google Meet Integration, and automated email notifications. Upgrade strongly recommended.