Setup guides

Accommodation Manager Documentation

Install the Free/Core plugin, add the free Pro Add-on, activate licenses and unlock paid modules safely.

Installing Free/Core

Install and activate the Free/Core plugin first.

Installing the Pro Add-on

Install the free Pro Add-on second.

Activating a license

Buy or assign a paid add-on license, then activate the key.

Unlocking modules

Open Premium Modules inside the Pro Add-on to see active and locked modules.

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First setup workflow for a property website

Accommodation Manager Free / Accommodation Booking Manager Free

Recommended order for setting up properties, accommodation options, seasons, rates and public pages.

Recommended setup order:

1. Create or confirm the required public pages.
2. Add the manager dashboard shortcode if you use the frontend dashboard.
3. Add your first property.
4. Choose the rental mode: full property or multiple accommodation options.
5. Add accommodation options such as rooms, units, cottages or villas.
6. Add hero images and gallery images.
7. Add amenities, services, policies and location details.
8. Create seasons for date ranges.
9. Create rates linked to the correct property, accommodation option and season.
10. Add availability blocks for dates that must not be available.
11. Test the public listing/detail/quote flow.
12. Run QA checks before going live.