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Easy!Appointments
Self-hosted appointment scheduler with Google Calendar sync
A customizable web application for booking appointments with service providers, featuring Google Calendar integration, email notifications, and multi-language support for self-hosted deployment.
Overview
Overview
Easy!Appointments is a web-based appointment scheduling platform designed for businesses that need complete control over their booking infrastructure. Built with PHP and MySQL, it installs on your own server and integrates seamlessly into existing websites without disrupting your current setup.
Core Capabilities
The platform handles the full appointment lifecycle: customers book through a sophisticated web interface, providers manage their schedules with customizable working plans and booking rules, and administrators oversee services, staff, and business logic. Two-way Google Calendar synchronization ensures your appointments stay current across all tools, while automated email notifications keep everyone informed.
Ideal For
Service-based businesses—from medical practices and salons to consulting firms and repair shops—benefit from Easy!Appointments' flexibility. The system adapts to complex workflows with support for multiple providers, service categories, and booking constraints. A translated interface serves international audiences, and the self-hosted architecture means you retain full ownership of customer data and booking history. Requires PHP 8.2+, MySQL, and basic server administration knowledge for deployment.
Highlights
Two-way Google Calendar synchronization for seamless schedule management
Customizable working plans and booking rules for complex workflows
Self-hosted deployment with full data ownership and control
Multi-language interface with automated email notifications
Pros
- Complete data ownership with self-hosted infrastructure
- Flexible enough to handle diverse enterprise workflows
- Google Calendar integration keeps schedules synchronized
- Can be installed in a single folder alongside existing websites
Considerations
- Requires server administration knowledge for installation and maintenance
- Self-hosting means you manage updates, backups, and security
- Needs PHP 8.2+ and MySQL, limiting some hosting environments
- No managed cloud option for teams without technical resources
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Fit guide
Great for
- Service businesses needing full control over booking data
- Organizations with existing web infrastructure and technical staff
- Multi-provider operations requiring complex scheduling rules
- Businesses serving international customers across languages
Not ideal when
- Teams without server administration capabilities or resources
- Organizations preferring managed SaaS solutions with zero maintenance
- Businesses needing instant deployment without technical setup
- Users requiring mobile-native apps rather than web interfaces
How teams use it
Medical Practice Scheduling
Patients book appointments online while doctors sync schedules with Google Calendar and receive automated reminders, reducing no-shows and administrative overhead.
Salon and Spa Bookings
Multiple stylists manage individual calendars with custom working hours while customers select specific services and providers through a branded booking interface.
Consulting Firm Appointments
Consultants maintain availability across time zones with booking rules that prevent conflicts, while clients schedule sessions without email back-and-forth.
Repair Service Coordination
Technicians receive job assignments through Google Calendar integration while customers track appointment status and receive automated service reminders.
Tech snapshot
PHP89%
JavaScript9%
SCSS2%
HTML1%
Dockerfile1%
Shell1%
Frequently asked questions
What server requirements does Easy!Appointments need?
You need Apache or Nginx, PHP 8.2 or higher, and MySQL. The application installs in a single folder and can share an existing database with other applications.
Can I use Easy!Appointments for commercial purposes?
Yes, the GPL-3.0 license permits commercial use. You can download, install, and operate it for business purposes on your own server.
How does Google Calendar synchronization work?
Easy!Appointments provides two-way sync, meaning appointments created in either system appear in both. This lets you use Google Calendar alongside other scheduling tools while maintaining consistency.
Can the system handle multiple service providers?
Yes, it supports multiple providers with individual working plans, booking rules, and service assignments. Each provider can maintain their own schedule and availability constraints.
Is the booking interface customizable?
The application is highly customizable to match different workflows. It includes a translated interface for international use and can be styled to integrate with your existing website design.
Project at a glance
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LicenseGPL-3.0
Repo age11 years old
Last commit5 days ago
Self-hostingSupported
Primary languagePHP
Last synced 3 hours ago