# TailDesk

> TailDesk has 10+ active installs and 132 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 61/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** TailDesk works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 4 weeks ago, and scores 61/100 on our health check.

**Booking form and availability calendar for pet sitters. Accept day based booking requests and manage availability in WordPress.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 546
- **Downloads (30 days):** 132 (+123.7% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 61/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.1.0
- **Last updated:** Sep 14, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.5+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** EyeSeeT (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/eyeseet/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/taildesk/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [appointment booking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/appointment-booking/) | #41 | 100 |
| [booking calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/booking-calendar/) | #57 | 95 |
| [booking form](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/booking-form/) | #14 | 22 |
| [pet sitter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/pet-sitter/) | #1 | 1 |
| [pets](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/pets/) | #4 | 13 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| appointment booking | >100 | 757 |
| booking calendar | >100 | 923 |
| booking form | >100 | 1,407 |
| pet sitter | #1 | 2 |
| pets | #42 | 150 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Appointment Booking Plugin – LatePoint / Calendar & Scheduling for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/latepoint/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (103) | Oct 5, 2026 | 96/100 |
| 2 | [Online Scheduling and Appointment Booking System – Bookly](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bookly-responsive-appointment-booking-tool/) | 60K+ | 4.4/5 (584) | Oct 6, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 3 | [Simply Schedule Appointments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simply-schedule-appointments/) | 50K+ | 5/5 (155) | Sep 23, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 4 | [Booking Calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/booking/) | 40K+ | 4.8/5 (657) | Oct 3, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 5 | [Fluent Booking – The Ultimate Appointments Scheduling, Events Booking, Events Calendar Solution](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/fluent-booking/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (46) | Sep 24, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 6 | [Appointment Hour Booking – Booking Calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/appointment-hour-booking/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (523) | Oct 6, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 7 | [Bookit — Booking & Appointment Calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bookit/) | 4K+ | 3.8/5 (24) | Sep 14, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 8 | [WPS Bookings for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mwb-bookings-for-woocommerce/) | 3K+ | 4.5/5 (43) | Oct 5, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 9 | [Advanced Appointment Booking & Scheduling](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-appointment-booking-scheduling/) | 3K+ | — | Sep 11, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 10 | [Salon Booking System – Appointment Booking for Salons, Barbershops & Spas](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/salon-booking-system/) | 2K+ | 4.4/5 (187) | Oct 3, 2026 | 86/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is TailDesk free?
Yes. TailDesk is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is TailDesk safe to use in 2026?
TailDesk works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 4 weeks ago, and scores 61/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use TailDesk?
TailDesk is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 546 times since it launched in April 2026. It was downloaded 132 times in the last 30 days.

### Does TailDesk work with WordPress 7.1?
TailDesk is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does TailDesk need?
TailDesk requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was TailDesk last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.0, was released on September 14, 2026 (4 weeks ago).

### Who makes TailDesk?
TailDesk is developed and maintained by EyeSeeT.

### What are the best alternatives to TailDesk?
The most popular alternatives to TailDesk are Appointment Booking Plugin (100K+ installs), Online Scheduling and Appoi… (60K+ installs) and Simply Schedule Appointments (50K+ installs).


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