Managing appointments over the phone or WhatsApp was normal five years ago. In 2026, clients expect to book from their phone at any time. If your barbershop does not have online booking, you are losing customers.
What do I need to set up online booking for my barbershop?
- Online booking software (like Slottify)
- Your list of services and prices
- Each barber's working hours
- 10 minutes of your time
Step 1: Choose booking software with no commissions
First, choose where you will manage your bookings. There are two types of platforms: those that charge a commission per booking and those that charge a fixed price. If you already have your own clients, paying commission makes no sense.
For this guide we use Slottify, which has the fastest setup on the market and a free first month.
Step 2: Create your account (2 minutes)
- 1.Go to slottify.io and click "Start free"
- 2.Enter your email and password
- 3.Verify your email with the link you receive
- 4.Access the admin panel
Step 3: Set up your services and prices (2 minutes)
In the admin panel, go to "Services" and add what you offer: haircut, beard trim, combo, etc. For each service set the name, duration, and price. This is the time blocked in your calendar per booking.
- Example: Haircut — 30 min — £15
- Example: Beard trim — 20 min — £10
- Example: Cut + beard — 45 min — £22
Step 4: Add your team and hours (1 minute)
If you have one or more barbers, add them under "Team". Each barber can have different hours and manage their own calendar. Clients can choose their preferred barber when booking.
Step 5: Share your booking link
Once set up, Slottify gives you a unique link for your barbershop (for example: slottify.io/your-barbershop). This link is your public booking page.
- Put it in your Instagram bio
- Share it via WhatsApp with your regular clients
- Add it to your Google Business profile
- Display it in your shop window as a QR code
Step 6: Enable automatic reminders
Email reminders significantly reduce no-shows. In Slottify they are enabled by default — your clients automatically receive a reminder before their appointment.
How long does it take to go live?
With Slottify, the full setup takes between 5 and 10 minutes. You can start receiving bookings the same day you sign up.
FAQs about online booking for barbershops
- Do my clients need to download an app? No. They book from any browser in 3 steps.
- Does it work with Google Calendar? Yes, Slottify syncs with Google Calendar in real time.
- Can I block problem clients? Yes, Slottify includes a built-in blacklist.
- How much does it cost? From £9.90/month, with the first month free.
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