BookingPress – SMS Notification Addon

Appointment businesses lose time when staff have to message clients by hand about every change. This addon handles that job inside BookingPress. When a booking event is triggered, an SMS goes out automatically to the customer's mobile phone. The message can cover a new booking, a cancellation, a reschedule or a pending payment, so clients always know where their appointment stands and are less likely to miss it.

Admins write the message wording themselves using templates with placeholders. The placeholders pull in booking details automatically, so each text reads as relevant to that client. The addon supports 36 predefined SMS gateways, which lets you pick the provider that fits your region and budget. Setup happens within the BookingPress interface, so no deep technical skill is needed. It also sits alongside other BookingPress integrations such as WhatsApp notifications and Google Calendar.

Features

• Instant booking status alerts: Customers receive an SMS when an appointment is scheduled, canceled, rescheduled or paid, so they stay informed about changes without waiting for an email or a call.
• Customizable message templates: Admins can write their own SMS content for each situation, so the wording matches the voice of the business and suits the type of appointment.
• Dynamic booking placeholders: Placeholders in the templates insert booking information automatically, which keeps each message clear and specific to the client who receives it.
• 36 predefined SMS gateways: Choose from 36 built-in gateway options to find a provider that fits your region, your budget and your delivery needs.
• Automatic SMS dispatch: Messages are sent right after booking events are triggered, which removes the need to text clients manually after each change.
• Setup inside BookingPress: SMS notifications are configured from the BookingPress plugin interface, so admins of any technical level can turn them on and adjust them.
• Updates for admins and customers: Both admins and customers can be kept aware of current appointment statuses, including new bookings, cancellations, reschedules and payment confirmations.
• Works with other BookingPress tools: The addon is part of the BookingPress ecosystem and sits alongside integrations such as WhatsApp notifications and Google Calendar.

Best for

• Appointment businesses running BookingPress who want text alerts
• Admins who want fewer missed appointments and manual follow-ups
• Sites that need a choice of SMS gateway providers