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HDL Appointments Basic is a free WordPress appointment booking plugin built for one-person service businesses. Put a booking form on your site, let clients pick a time, send confirmations and reminders, and manage everything from your WordPress dashboard—without a monthly SaaS fee for software you don’t need yet.
Whether you cut hair, fix cars, coach clients, or teach lessons, Basic gives you a real online calendar on your domain.
What you get on Basic
- Online booking form
- 1 staff member (you)
- Services, durations, buffers, working hours
- Email confirmation & reminders
- Customer portal: cancel / reschedule / add to calendar
- Waitlist when a day is full
- Admin calendar, no-show & complete actions
- Notes, CSV export, basic email templates
Description
Who Basic is for?
| Business type | Example | Why Basic fits |
|---|---|---|
| Barber / Hair Stylist | One chair, regulars + walk-ins | Clients book cuts online; you stop juggling DMs |
| Auto Repair / Mobile Mechanic | Solo tech, diagnostic slots | Block time for jobs; reduce “when are you free?” calls |
| Therapist / Counselor | Private practice, one clinician | Confidential, simple scheduling on your site |
| Coach / Consultant | Strategy calls, 1:1 sessions | Clear availability window, fewer email threads |
| Tutor / Music Teacher | Weekly lessons | Students book open slots; you control hours |
| Pet Groomer | Single table | Owners reserve baths/trims without phone tag |
| Photographer / MUA | Consults & sessions | Capture inquiries as real appointments |
Plan Comparison
| Feature | Basic | Pro | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Solo operators | Single location team | Multi-site & brands |
| Price (1 site) | Free | $79/year | $149/year |
| Staff members | 1 | Up to 10 | Unlimited |
| Online booking form | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Email confirmations & reminders | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Customer portal (cancel / reschedule / ICS) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Waitlist | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Service packages (session credits) | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Recurring appointments | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| SMS notifications | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Google Calendar sync | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| WhatsApp notifications | — | — | ✓ |
| Multiple locations | — | — | ✓ |
| AI-assisted notes | — | — | ✓ |
| White label | — | — | ✓ |
| Ideal example | Solo barber, tutor, therapist | Barber shop with 3–8 chairs; small garage | Chain salons, multi-branch clinics |
FAQ
Is there a free WordPress appointment booking plugin that actually works for real clients?
Yes. HDL Appointments Basic is free for one staff member with live booking, emails, and a customer portal—not a demo shell.
Can I use it for a salon or only for consultants?
Any service with timed appointments: salon, therapy, tutoring, auto bay time, coaching, grooming, and more.
What happens when I hire staff?
Upgrade to Pro (up to 10 staff) without changing how clients book.
Do I need WooCommerce?
No for Basic booking. WooCommerce can connect later for paid services or packages on higher tiers.
Is my data on my site?
Yes. It runs on your WordPress install—not a third-party booking SaaS calendar your clients must learn.
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