Bookly Service Extras (Add-on) — is an essential extension for the Bookly PRO booking system on WordPress. It empowers you to offer additional products or services right on the booking form. When a client schedules an appointment, they can easily add optional items like specialized equipment, premium materials, or priority service, enhancing their experience and increasing your revenue for each booking.
The add-on seamlessly integrates with your existing Bookly setup, allowing you to create and manage an unlimited number of extra items. You can assign them to specific services, set individual prices and durations, and even use images to make them more appealing. This flexibility makes it perfect for a wide range of businesses, from beauty salons offering special treatments to rental companies providing optional gear. The total cost is automatically recalculated, providing a smooth and transparent checkout process for your customers.
Why This is Important
Are you leaving money on the table with every booking? If you're only selling a base service, the answer is likely yes. The biggest pain point for service businesses is a low average order value (AOV). Studies show that upselling to existing customers is 68% more affordable than acquiring new ones. Furthermore, offering relevant add-ons can increase revenue by 10-30% on average. Without the Service Extras add-on, you're forcing customers to accept a one-size-fits-all service, missing out on their desire for customization and your opportunity to profit from it.
Features
- Unlimited Extras: Create and offer as many additional services or items as you need.
- Assign to Specific Services: Link extras to relevant services, so customers only see applicable options.
- Custom Pricing: Set a unique price for each extra item, which is automatically added to the total.
- Adjustable Duration: Add extra time to the appointment duration when a specific extra is selected.
- Image Previews: Upload images for each extra to make them more visually appealing to customers.
- Conditional Display: Show or hide extras based on the number of people in the booking.
- Mandatory Extras: Option to make certain add-ons required for a specific service.
- Seamless Integration: Works perfectly within the Bookly booking form for a smooth user experience.
- Quantity Selection: Allow customers to choose the quantity for each extra item (e.g., 2 extra towels).
- Multilingual Support: Fully compatible with WPML for translation into multiple languages.
Value Proposition: Add-on vs. Standard
| Feature | Standard Bookly PRO | With Service Extras (Add-on) |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Appointment Booking | ✔ | ✔ |
| Upsell & Cross-sell | ✖ | ✔ |
| Average Order Value (AOV) | Standard | +10-30% Increase |
| Client Customization | Limited | High (Personalized Experience) |
| Add Items with Price/Duration | ✖ | ✔ |
| Revenue Per Appointment | Fixed | Variable & Higher |
How to install the plugin?
- Download the plugin archive using the button above.
- Navigate to Plugins > Add New in your WordPress dashboard.
- Click "Upload Plugin" at the top and select the downloaded ZIP file.
- Install, activate the plugin, and follow the quick setup wizard instructions.
FAQ
Do I need Bookly PRO to use this add-on?
Yes, absolutely. The Bookly Service Extras (Add-on) is an extension and requires the main Bookly PRO plugin to be installed and activated on your WordPress site. It does not function as a standalone plugin.
Can I set a different price for an extra depending on the employee providing the service?
No, the price for an extra is set globally for that item. It does not change based on the staff member selected. However, you can create different versions of an extra and assign them to services performed by specific employees if needed.
Will selecting an extra increase the appointment duration?
Yes, you have the option to associate an additional duration with each extra. If a customer selects an extra with a time value, the total appointment length will be automatically extended to accommodate it.
How are the extras displayed to the customer during booking?
After a customer selects a service and a time slot, a new step will appear in the booking form showing the list of available extras for that specific service. They will be displayed with their name, price, and an optional image, using checkboxes for selection.
