What's New

What’s New in BeSeat

Stay up to date with the latest features, improvements, and bug fixes in BeSeat.

Version 2.6.1

Released: April 2026

Table Floor View: Visual floor plan to manage table configurations, areas, and seating capacity in one screen. Drag-and-drop layout with real-time availability.
Biometric Login: Secure login with Face ID or Touch ID on supported iOS devices. Quick and convenient access for staff.
Closure Status: Mark your business as closed directly from booking and settings screens. Customers see closure information in the booking widget.
Widget Improvements: Visual refinements in the booking widget, including better iframe display (transparent card backgrounds) and a confirmation step on the cancellation page.
Schedule Enhancements: Owner-only edit mode for staff schedules, improved week navigation, and discard changes confirmation dialog.
SMTP Timezone: Timezone information added to SMTP settings for accurate email scheduling.
General Fixes: Reliability improvements, bug fixes, and minor UI corrections.

Previous Versions

Version 2.6.0

Released: March 2026

Analytics feedback data: Analytics page now includes feedback information.
Date picker + exception dates updated: Exception date input and related dashboard flows were updated.
Closure status in settings: Booking and settings screens now include closure status information.
Onboarding progress is remembered: Your setup progress is stored more reliably, so you can continue where you left off.
Booking & dashboard UI refresh: Booking cards and dashboard sections were redesigned (including page layout and Today card updates).
Settings UX simplified: Settings navigation was simplified and key info was moved to the relevant pages.
Login using email: Login now uses email to sign in more consistently.
Widget and integration settings updated: Widget/integration related settings were refreshed for clearer control.
Shift scheduling fixes: Staff schedule and shift flows were corrected for smoother use.
General error fixes: General reliability improvements and minor UI corrections were included.

Version 2.5.8

Released: November 2025

Setup Wizard: A guided onboarding flow that walks new users through essential setup steps. Upload your logo, set business hours, configure booking rules, enable notifications, and share your booking link — all in one streamlined flow. The wizard appears after registration and can be accessed anytime from the dashboard.
Simplified Subscription Flow: The paywall has been removed. You can now browse and upgrade plans without interruption.
Staff Schedule (Rota): A new module for defining staff rotas and weekly shifts. Add staff with name, role, and department; assign shifts per day (Mon–Sun) with start/end times; mark off days; and share the schedule via WhatsApp, email, or copy. Access from Menu → Staff Schedule.
Setup Progress Saved: Your wizard progress is saved and remembered across devices. Pick up where you left off anytime.
Subscription Plans: Plans and features are loaded from your account. Easier to see what’s included and upgrade when you need more.
Weather Information: Weather loads faster and works more reliably when planning bookings.
Refunds & Deposits: Clearer visual indicators for refunds and deposits in your booking list. See at a glance which bookings have deposits or refunds.
All-in-One Integrations: Widget appearance (colours, language) and integration options (booking link, QR code, embed code) are now in one place: Settings → Integrations. No need to switch between tabs.

Version 2.5.4

Released: September 2025

Analytics Dashboard: Understand your business better with detailed insights about your bookings. See booking patterns, track statistics, and view weekly reports to make smarter decisions about your business hours and capacity.
PayPal Payments: Your customers can now pay using PayPal in addition to credit cards. We’ve also added support for multiple currencies, making it easier for international customers to book with you.
Customer Feedback: Request feedback from your customers after their bookings. This helps you understand customer satisfaction and improve your service. Feedback requests are sent via email.
Google Reviews: Make it easier for satisfied customers to leave reviews. We’ve added a direct link to your Google Business profile, helping you build your online reputation and attract more customers.
Cleaner Booking List: Hide past bookings from your main view to focus on upcoming reservations. Your booking history is still accessible when you need it, but your dashboard stays clean and organized.
Data Protection: Your booking data is safely stored in the mobile app. Your important information is protected, so you can access your customer data and booking history whenever you need it.
Important Messages: Display important information or announcements to your customers directly in the booking widget. Perfect for special offers, holiday hours, or important notices.
Update Notifications: Get notified when new features are available in the mobile app. You’ll always have the latest improvements.
Login Status: See at a glance whether you’re logged in or not, making it easier to manage your account security.
Faster Booking Widget: Your booking widget now loads faster and works more smoothly. Changes you make appear immediately for your customers.
Better Access Control: Staff members can no longer access the booking widget settings, keeping your configuration secure while still allowing them to manage bookings.
Improved Navigation: We’ve redesigned the menu structure to make it easier to find what you need. Everything is better organized and more intuitive.
Better First Experience: New users will see an improved onboarding experience with updated visuals and clearer guidance. You’ll learn how to use BeSeat faster and more easily.
Enhanced Email Templates: Your booking confirmation and reminder emails now include feedback requests, helping you gather customer insights.
More Detailed Reports: Get deeper insights into your business with improved reporting. See more detailed information about your bookings, revenue, and customer patterns.
International Weather: Weather information now works better for businesses outside the UK, helping you plan for weather-related booking changes.
Fresh New Look: We’ve updated the app’s design with new icons and improved visuals throughout. Everything looks more modern and professional.
Better Mobile Experience: The mobile app has been improved with better performance and smoother operation.
Fixed issues with widget settings
Resolved problems with menu navigation
Fixed display issues in the onboarding flow
Improved login status reliability
Various small fixes for a smoother experience

Version 2.5.3

Released: August 2025

Analytics Dashboard: New analytics page to track your booking performance
Booking Matrix: Visual overview of your bookings with weekly statistics
Better Mobile Settings: Settings page optimized for mobile devices
Design Improvements: General visual updates throughout the app

Version 2.5.2

Released: July 2025

Improved Subscriptions: Better subscription management
Mobile Subscriptions: Enhanced mobile app subscription experience
Onboarding System: New user-friendly onboarding for first-time users
Weather Integration: Weather information to help with booking planning

Version 2.5.1

Released: June 2025

Instant Notifications: Get instant notifications about new bookings and updates
Better Forms: Improved forms for fewer errors
Enhanced Notifications: Better notification system throughout the app
Improved Date Picker: Easier date selection for bookings

Version 2.5.0

Released: May 2025

New Design: Complete visual redesign for a modern, professional look
Advanced Booking Rules: More control over how bookings work
Custom Fields: Add custom information fields to your bookings
Staff Management: Better tools for managing your team

Coming Soon

We’re constantly working on new features to make BeSeat even better. Here’s what we’re building:

Enhanced Analytics: More detailed reports, custom date ranges, and data export capabilities
Android App: Native Android app with push notifications and biometric login
Team Collaboration Tools: Real-time notes, internal comments, and task assignments for staff
Customer CRM: Detailed customer profiles with visit history, preferences, and communication logs

Staying Updated

Get Notifications

Email Updates: Subscribe to release notifications in your dashboard settings to never miss an update
In-App Alerts: Get notifications when new features are available
Mobile Notifications: Enable notifications in the mobile apps to stay informed
Stay Current: You’ll always have the latest version with the newest features

Documentation

All new features are documented in our guides as they’re released, so you can learn how to use them right away.

Support

If you have questions about any update or need help:

Contact our support team
Check our Integration Guide for help setting up your booking widget

Version History

For a complete version history and detailed release notes, visit your dashboard at Settings → About → Version History.

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