Easy!Appointments

Self-Hosted

Open-source appointment scheduling system for businesses and professionals

Overview

Easy!Appointments is a web-based scheduling tool that lets users set up booking pages, manage services, staff, and customer appointments. It supports calendar integrations (Google Calendar), email notifications, and custom booking rules. Deployment is straightforward with Docker, PHP/MySQL stack, or one-click installs on Softaculous. Customizable branding and industry adaptability (salons, clinics, consultants) make it ideal for small/medium businesses needing a self-hosted alternative to SaaS scheduling tools.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  easy_appointments:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: easy-appointments
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Calendar integration with Google Calendar
Customizable booking rules and service management
Automated email reminders for appointments

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Easy!Appointments hard to install?

No—It offers Docker images for quick deployment and supports PHP/MySQL setups. Many hosting platforms also provide one-click installs via Softaculous, making it accessible for non-technical users.

? Is it a good alternative to Calendly?

Yes—For users prioritizing self-hosting and privacy, it provides core scheduling features. While it lacks some advanced Calendly integrations, it’s a solid free option for small businesses.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—Easy!Appointments is open-source under GPLv3, so you can use, modify, and self-host it without any cost or hidden fees for core functionality.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Booking and Scheduling

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full data control via self-hosting
⊕ No recurring subscription costs

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server setup (PHP/MySQL or Docker)
⊖ Lacks advanced SaaS integrations like Zoom auto-linking