# Bookslots Roadmap

## Phase 1: Quick Wins (Next 2-4 weeks)

### Features
- [ ] Google Calendar sync (2-way)
- [ ] Zoom/Google Meet auto-generate meeting links
- [ ] SMS notifications (Twilio)
- [ ] Custom email templates with drag-and-drop builder
- [ ] Booking cancellation/rescheduling by customers

### Marketing
- [ ] Submit to WordPress plugin review sites (WPBeginner, WPMayor, Elegant Themes blog)
- [ ] Create YouTube tutorial series (setup, use cases)
- [ ] Write SEO blog posts: "Best WordPress Booking Plugins 2026"
- [ ] Launch on Product Hunt
- [ ] Post in Facebook groups (WordPress, small business)

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## Phase 2: Pro Version (1-2 months)

### Features
- [ ] Payment integration (Stripe, PayPal, WooCommerce)
- [ ] Recurring appointments
- [ ] Group bookings
- [ ] Custom fields builder
- [ ] Buffer time between appointments
- [ ] Multi-location support
- [ ] Staff login portal
- [ ] CSV export

### Marketing
- [ ] Launch Pro version on Pluginette.com
- [ ] Affiliate program for bloggers
- [ ] Partner with theme developers
- [ ] Email list from free users
- [ ] Case studies from early customers

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## Phase 3: Growth (3-6 months)

### Features
- [ ] Zapier/Make integration
- [ ] CRM features (customer history, notes)
- [ ] Waitlist for fully booked slots
- [ ] Deposit/partial payments
- [ ] Gift cards
- [ ] Multi-language admin

### Marketing
- [ ] Paid ads (Google, Facebook) targeting service businesses
- [ ] Industry-specific landing pages (salons, coaches, healthcare)
- [ ] Webinars with booking/scheduling tips
- [ ] Podcast sponsorships

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## Key Metrics to Track

| Metric | Target |
|--------|--------|
| Active installs | 1,000+ in 3 months |
| Support ticket volume | < 24hr response time |
| Pro conversion rate | 2-5% of free users |
| Review count & rating | 20+ reviews, 4.5+ stars |

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## Completed

### v1.0.0 (February 2026)
- [x] Timezone support - times display in visitor's local timezone
- [x] Calendar download - clients can add appointments to Google Calendar, Outlook, etc.
- [x] Theme options - Default and Premium modern themes
- [x] Form positioning - align booking form left, center, or right
- [x] Gutenberg block - easily add booking forms with block editor
- [x] Full width option - forms can expand to fill containers
- [x] Enhanced email notifications
- [x] Booker filter in admin bookings table
- [x] Auto-create user accounts for guest bookings
- [x] Multi-provider support with individual schedules
- [x] Real-time availability and conflict detection