With Jimdo Bookings, Bookings Lite is included with your paid Creator plan at no extra cost. Upgrade to Bookings Essentials for advanced features like reminders, buffer time, and unlimited events. Bookings Lite is ideal to get started, while Bookings Essentials helps you grow and manage your bookings more efficiently.
Bookings plans overview
Bookings allows you to accept appointments directly through your website.
- Bookings Lite is included with every paid Creator plan and includes all core features to get started
- Bookings Essentials is a paid upgrade with advanced tools for growing businesses
What is included in Bookings Lite
Bookings Lite gives you everything you need to start accepting bookings, included with your Creator plan at no extra cost:
- Unlimited appointments with no monthly limit
- 1 event (for example, one service or class)
- A booking page accessible from your website
- Automatic confirmation emails for you and your clients
Note: Bookings Lite includes a "Powered by Jimdo" badge on the checkout page and in client emails. It does not appear on your website.
What is included in Bookings Essentials
The paid plan includes all free features plus advanced tools:
- Unlimited events
- Automatic reminders 24 hours before appointments
- Buffer time between appointments
- Rescheduling
- Custom branding without Jimdo badge
Note: You can define cancellation rules. Make sure they match your terms of service.
How upgrade prompts work
- Paid features are visible but locked on the free plan
- Locked features show an Upgrade button
- Clicking it takes you directly to checkout
- You can upgrade from there
How to upgrade
With Bookings Lite, you can create one event. If you want to create additional events, you'll need to upgrade to Bookings Essentials.
When you try to create another event, you'll see a message prompting you to upgrade. Start the order process from there and follow the steps shown during checkout.
Once you've completed your order, you'll have access to the additional features included with Bookings Essentials.
What happens if you delete your only event
Important: If you delete your only event on the free plan:
- The Bookings block is hidden automatically
- You need to reconnect it after creating a new event
Feature comparison
| Feature | Bookings Lite | Bookings Essentials |
|---|---|---|
| Appointments | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Events | 1 | Unlimited |
| Buffer time | ✕ | ✓ |
| Reminders | ✕ | ✓ |
| Rescheduling | ✕ | ✓ |
| Remove Jimdo badge | ✕ | ✓ |
Note: More features are coming soon. Check your dashboard for updates.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to pay extra for Bookings Lite?
No. Bookings Lite is included with every paid Creator plan at no extra cost.
Will the free plan stay free
This is the intention. Any changes will be communicated.
Why do I see the Jimdo badge
The badge appears on checkout and emails. Upgrade to remove it.
Do clients receive reminders
No. Reminders are part of the paid plan.
Why can I only create one event
The free plan is limited to one event.
My Bookings block disappeared
This happens if you delete your only event. Create a new one and reconnect it.
Is buffer time available on the free plan
No. Appointments can be scheduled back to back.
Can clients reschedule bookings
Yes. Clients can reschedule their bookings.
What happens if I downgrade
- Bookings remain
- Paid features are locked
- Event limit returns to one
Can I accept payments
Yes, You can find more information in this article
Is calendar sync available
No, this feature is still in development.