Addon Overview

WpBusTicketly can be extended with a range of addons that add advanced functionality. Each addon integrates seamlessly with the core plugin and can be activated independently.

Bus Booking with Seat Reservation Pro

  • Unlocks premium features: passenger management, PDF ticketing, custom checkout fields, and advanced reporting
  • Enables admin-side ticket purchasing on behalf of customers
  • Adds CSV export for passenger lists and sales data
  • Provides custom email templates for booking confirmations
  • Requires a valid Pro license key for activation

QR Code Addon

  • Automatically generates a unique QR code for each booked ticket
  • QR codes are embedded in PDF tickets and confirmation emails
  • Passengers can present QR codes for contactless boarding
  • Supports QR code scanning via mobile apps or dedicated scanners
  • Customise QR code size, colour, and error correction level

Extended Addons

Additional specialised addons available to further customise your bus booking system.

Driver Dispatch Panel

  • Dedicated dashboard for drivers to view their assigned trips
  • Drivers can see passenger manifests, route details, and departure times
  • Mark trips as started, en route, or completed
  • Report incidents or delays directly from the panel
  • Role-based access with separate login for drivers

Live GPS Tracking

  • Real-time bus location tracking using GPS devices or driver mobile apps
  • Display live bus positions on an interactive map for customers
  • Estimated arrival time (ETA) calculation based on current location
  • Historical trip playback for route analysis
  • Geofence alerts when buses enter or leave designated zones

More Addons

Further extend the platform with group booking capabilities, route management, and advanced seat layouts.

Group Discount Rules

  • Define tiered discounts for group bookings (e.g. 10% off for 5+ seats)
  • Set percentage or fixed discounts based on group size
  • Apply discounts automatically during checkout
  • Exclude specific buses or dates from discount eligibility
  • Combine with other promotions for complex pricing rules

Route & Stop Manager

  • Advanced route planning with intermediate stops and waypoints
  • Visual route editor with drag-and-drop stop ordering
  • Set different fares for different stop pairs on the same route
  • Manage recurring schedules (daily, weekly, custom patterns)
  • Bulk assign routes to multiple buses

Seat Layout Designer

Create custom seat layouts for different bus configurations beyond the default grid.

Layout Features

  • Visual seat map editor with drag-and-drop seat placement
  • Supports 2x2, 2x1, 1x2, and 3x2 seating configurations
  • Define aisles, doors, and driver cabin areas
  • Save seat layout templates and reuse across multiple buses
  • Import seat layouts from CSV for large fleets

Per-Seat Customisation

  • Set individual seat prices (window vs. aisle surcharges)
  • Mark specific seats as disabled or restricted
  • Assign seat numbers and row labels
  • Configure seat dimensions for accessibility compliance
  • Preview the layout as customers will see it

Addon Compatibility

All addons are designed to work together. Mix and match based on your operational needs.

Compatibility Matrix

  • All addons require the core WpBusTicketly plugin to be installed and activated
  • Pro addon is a prerequisite for PDF ticketing and custom checkout fields
  • QR Code addon depends on PDF Support library and Pro addon
  • GPS Tracking can operate independently of other addons
  • Seat Layout Designer overrides the default seat grid when active

Installation

  • Each addon is installed like a regular WordPress plugin
  • Upload the addon ZIP file via Plugins → Add New → Upload
  • Activate the addon after installation
  • Configure addon settings under WpBusTicketly → Settings
  • Check for addon-specific documentation for detailed instructions