Start here
This section takes you from "just signed up" to "taking real bookings" — and gives existing users a map of how everything in ActiveBooker fits together.
The journey for new users
Work through these four guides in order. Most businesses complete the whole setup in under an hour.
| Step | Guide | What you'll do |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Create your account | Sign up, start your free trial, and activate your login |
| 2 | Navigating the dashboard | Learn where everything lives in the dashboard |
| 3 | Core concepts | Understand activities, booking types, time slots, and how they connect |
| 4 | Setup checklist | Configure your account step by step and go live |
Already using ActiveBooker?
You don't need the journey — jump to the section for the task at hand:
- Daily operations — Bookings, Calendar, Waivers
- Change what you sell — Activities, Booking Types, Discounts
- Reduce manual work — Automations, Integrations
- Grow recurring revenue — Membership
- Check the numbers — Reports, Dashboard Home
If you're new to a feature, each category starts with an overview page; every page is written to stand on its own, so search (Ctrl K) is often the fastest way in.
What you need before you start
- A business email address — your login and where booking notifications go
- Your business details — name, address, time zone, and opening hours
- A credit card — required to start the free trial (you're not charged until the trial ends, and you can cancel any time before then)
- Optional: your payment processor details (Stripe, Clover, or Square) if you want to accept online payments right away
Need help along the way?
- Help & Support in the dashboard's top bar links to this documentation and our support team
- Contact support through the Support Site
- Book a demo for a personalized walkthrough