=== SimplyBook.me - Booking and reservations calendar ===
Contributors: simplybook, reallysimpleplugins, wimbraam, jeroenvdk, markwolters, rvvelthuijsen, kelvinkuiper
Donate link: https://simplybook.me/
Tags: Booking, Calendar, Scheduling, Reservations, Appointments
Requires at least: 6.6
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 3.3.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Simply add a booking calendar to your site to schedule bookings, reservations, appointments and to collect payments.

== Description ==

SimplyBook.me is the easiest way to start collecting bookings on your WordPress website. The plugin will allow you to register your free account and immediately publish your booking calendar on the front-end of your site. With a few clicks, you can easily add your services and service providers, and design the most beautiful booking widget. You will be collecting appointments and reservations in no-time!

* Easy appointment scheduling
* Simple plugin onboarding and configuration
* Manage your calendar and bookings using the powerful mobile app (iOS and Android)
* Accept touchless payments via the app on your onsite checkout
* High email deliverability for reservation confirmations and appointment reminders.
* Create multiple services, providers, categories and locations
* Send email and SMS notifications to your customers for their bookings
* Add "Book now" buttons on your Instagram, Facebook and Google Business Profile
* Sell Memberships, packages & gift cards
* Manage bookings for Classes & Events
* Increase sales by offering products and service add-ons in the booking process
* Marketing campaigns by emails and push notifications
* Waiting Lists and “Make me look busy” features
* Offer Coupons and a Loyalty System to enhance brand loyalty
* Insights and statistics about your bookings, reservations, cancellations, workload and revenues
* Adjust time zone settings if you have clients in different time zones
* Create individual schedules for staff
* Create multiple users related to providers
* Accepting payments and/or deposits to confirm the bookings in the booking process
* Easily implement your booking widget with a Gutenberg block, Elementor Widget or a shortcode

SimplyBook.me can be used for free up to 50 appointments per month. In addition, you can use one of the Special features for free! You will automatically be signed up for a Free 14-day trial, which allows you to test the Special Features without any restrictions, including advanced scheduling tools.

= Why SimplyBook.me? =

SimplyBook.me is an advanced online booking system that creates a professional booking widget on your WordPress site where your clients can book your services at any time. You will then have access to an admin interface where you can manage your bookings, calendar, and settings. On top of that you will get an admin app where you can manage all your bookings, handle appointments, adjust scheduling, and accept payments on the go. Thousands of clients all over the world have selected our booking system to make their business easy and comfortable to use (see our testimonials). SimplyBook.me provides users with a broad range of features so that you can tailor the system to your needs, irrespective of what industry you are in.
For a more detailed understanding of the SimplyBook.me service, you can explore at the following link: <a href="https://simplybook.me/?ref=wordpress" rel="friend" title="SimplyBook" target="_blank">https://simplybook.me/</a>

This plugin is developed by SimplyBook.me, is ISO27001 compliant and utilizes its API to transmit and store all information, including settings and details of bookings, as well as other personal client data, directly on SimplyBook.me. Before using the plugin, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the privacy policy and terms of use of SimplyBook.me at the following links:

* <a href="https://simplybook.me/en/policy" rel="friend" title="SimplyBook Privacy Policy" target="_blank">Privacy Policy</a>
* <a href="https://simplybook.me/en/terms-and-conditions" rel="friend" title="SimplyBook Terms of Use" target="_blank">Terms of Use</a>

This will help you better understand the terms of use of the plugin and ensure your confidentiality.

This is the official SimplyBook.me plugin, developed by SimplyBook.me and Really Simple Plugins

= About Really Simple Plugins: =
Really Simple Plugins is the creator of most-used plugins Really Simple Security and Complianz. With a total of ~6 million installs, we focus on making the most user-friendly and easy-to-use plugins. We work with SimplyBook.me to make the most powerful booking system available directly in your WordPress dashboard.

= Benefits of the Online booking system =

Integrating an online booking system like SimplyBook.me is crucial for service businesses aiming to improve customer experience and extend their market reach. By enabling clients to book appointments outside of traditional office hours, an online scheduling and booking system increases accessibility and customer satisfaction. This system simplifies the entire appointment process, automates important reminders, and reduces scheduling errors, freeing up staff to concentrate on delivering superior service.
Additionally, an online booking system offers powerful analytics that provide deep insights into customer behaviors and preferences. This data is essential for making informed adjustments to service offerings and planning effective marketing strategies. Last but not least it´s the best way to boost your sales by offering service add-ons and products for sale in the booking process, by sending tailored marketing email campaigns, offering coupons on less busy days, by prompting tips during check out and so much more, the options are endless!

== Installation ==

= <a href="https://help.simplybook.me/index.php/WordPress_integration" rel="friend" title="SimplyBook Wiki" target="_blank">Detailed instructions with photos here</a> =

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Is SimplyBook.me free to use? =
Yes, the plugin and registering an account at SimplyBook.me is entirely free, without the need to add credit card information. You can fully use the booking widget and use our mobile app for iOS or Android to manage your bookings, up to 50 bookings per month. Additionally, you can even use 1 of our 'Special Features' within the Free plan.

= Can I try SimplyBook.me's Special Features before subscribing? =
Yes you can! You will automatically be granted a 14-day trial period that allows you to test all Special Features, configure all Service Providers and to gather unlimited bookings. After this trial period you will be reset to the Free plan, or you can decide to subscribe to our paid plans if you like to use multiple Special Features or need more than 50 bookings per month.

= Do I need to register for an account? =
Yes, we need to authenticate your site as your bookings will be processed through our API. This allows us to provide you with the best features such as the mobile app for iOS and Android. The plugin will assist you through the short onboarding process. Alternatively, you can register an account at https://simplybook.me

= What if I already have a SimplyBook me account? =
You can skip the onboarding and login with your existing login credentials.


== Screenshots ==

1. The booking widget on the frontend of your site
2. Booking widget - Confirmation step
3. Simple configuration - Design your booking calendar in a few steps
4. Keep track of your bookings via the simple plugin dashboard
5. Your appointments schedule is also accessible via the mobile app!

== Changelog ==
= 3.3.0 - 2026-02-16 =
* Fixed: Message “form contains errors” briefly flashed in settings.
* Fixed: Direct SimplyBook.me links now work with plain permalinks.
* Fixed: REST API validation is now more reliable.
* Fixed: Issue preventing some users from creating Services or Service Providers.
* Fixed: Rendering issue when no name was provided for a Service (Provider).
* Added: Login now supports custom SimplyBook.me domains.
* Added: E-mail 2FA is now supported during log-in.
* Changed: Onboarding flow is shortened.
* Changed: Renamed button "Edit all properties" to "Advanced settings" for better clarity.

= 3.2.4 - 2025-12-17 =
* Fixed: API response codes now better reflect the actual error.
* Fixed: Color pickers no longer render behind the form footer.
* Fixed: Optimized tasks-endpoint.
* Fixed: Redirect to dashboard after onboarding now works reliably.
* Fixed: An error during sign-in for specific SimplyBook.me domains is resolved.
* Fixed: Invalid object cache value types no longer accepted to prevent errors.
* Fixed: We now properly invalidate object cache regarding javascript files.
* Changed: Improved RTL-styling for languages that require it.

= 3.2.3.1 - 2025-12-03 =
* Fixed: JavaScript error on the dashboard when having WordPress 6.9 installed.
* Added: Tested up to 6.9 in readme.txt.

= 3.2.3 - 2025-11-20 =
* Fixed: The "confirm email" step can no longer be skipped, preventing users from getting stuck.
* Fixed: Theme settings can now be fetched regardless of strict server settings.
* Fixed: Translations are no longer escaped multiple times, preventing display issues.
* Fixed: The custom block is now compatible with the Full Site Editor.
* Changed: The tips-and-tricks block has a new design for better readability.
* Changed: Code optimization to reduce load times.

= 3.2.2.1 - 2025-10-27 =
* Fixed: Error on uninstall.

= 3.2.2 - 2025-10-21 =
* Added: Admin notice for stale plugin users.
* Changed: Plugin now uses new code architecture.
* Removed: Deprecated constants: SIMPLYBOOK_VERSION, SIMPLYBOOK_PATH, SIMPLYBOOK_URL & SIMPLYBOOK_PLUGIN.

= 3.2.1 - 2025-10-13 =
* Added: Admin notice for (soon) expired trial subscription.
* Changed: Onboarding endpoints are now limited to admin area only.
* Fixed: ReCaptcha now resets after invalid email code preventing persistent failure.
* Fixed: Installing plugin during Gutenberg block insert no longer errors.

= 3.2.0 - 2025-08-21 =
* Added: Widget can now be implemented using a SimplyBook.me Elementor block.
* Added: Theme styling is used as a default style for the widget during onboarding.
* Added: Tasks on the dashboard can now open a popup for more information.
* Changed: Services and Service Providers can now be managed in the plugin.
* Changed: Reduced load of the plugin on the WordPress admin.
* Changed: Improved connection stability with the SimplyBook.me system.
* Changed: Improved Swedish translations.
* Fixed: Leave-page warning now only appears when there are unsaved changes.
* Fixed: Added missing button spacing in the dashboard.

= 3.1.1 - 2025-07-17 =
* Added: bookingsystem.nu and simplybooking.io domains now supported at login.
* Added: Notice shown when WordPress REST API is disabled.
* Added: Improved error messages during sign-in.
* Fixed: Redirects now work on subfolder installs.
* Fixed: Account creation errors now handled correctly.
* Fixed: Progress bar now loads properly in settings.
* Fixed: Plugin styling no longer affects image alignment in WP menu.
* Fixed: Predefined provider now saved correctly in Gutenberg block.
* Fixed: Redirect to settings only happens when installed via plugins view.
* Fixed: Upgrade error from 2.x to 3.x no longer occurs.
* Fixed: Logout now works with object caching enabled.
* Fixed: Dashboard load issues resolved by preventing stale browser cache.

= 3.1.0 - 2025-06-17 =
* Added: markwolters and rvvelthuijsen are added as contributors.
* Added: Setting help texts are now shown in tooltips.
* Changed: Prompts to publish the widget now responds to user actions in posts.
* Changed: Removed unnecessary files to make the plugin package smaller.
* Removed: Duplicate domain option from sign-in dropdown.
* Fixed: Non-email usernames now accepted at login.
* Fixed: Console error in onboarding-start resolved.
* Fixed: Miscellaneous 2FA login console errors resolved.
* Fixed: Gutenberg block now registers correctly with API V2, resolving a console notice.
* Fixed: Error message now correctly shown when an invalid 2FA code is entered.
* Fixed: Demo widget notice now only appears when the loaded widget is actually a demo.
* Fixed: Unexpectedly losing connection with SimplyBook.me is now resolved.

= 3.0.0 - 2025-05-20 =
* Major refactor of the plugin by Really Simple Plugins.
* Added: reallysimpleplugins, wimbraam and jeroenvdk are added as contributors.

= 2.3 =
* Fixed some bugs
* Added new dashboard banner

= 2.2 =
* Fixed some not critical bugs
* Added demo widget page

= 2.1 =
* Fixed some not critical bugs
* Added check system requirements page

= 2.0 =
* Added registration
* Design changes
* Additional functionality

= 1.3 =
* Added support for Any Employee selector custom feature
* Added support for passing predefined parameters in shortcode

= 1.2 =
* Fixed errors with authorization

= 1.1 =
* Fixed errors with authorization

= 1.0 =
* First version of plugin