FAQ

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Getting started

Do I need technical knowledge to get started?

No. If you can use WhatsApp, you can set up SalonHub. Registration takes under 5 minutes and we guide you through every step.

How long does setup take?

Most salon owners are live within an afternoon. Add your services, set your team's schedules, and share your link. The whole process typically takes under an hour.

Do I need to download anything?

No downloads needed. SalonHub works in any modern web browser on your phone, tablet or desktop. Your clients don't need to download anything either.

Can I import my existing client list?

Yes. You can import clients from a CSV file. Contact our support team at support@salonhub.co.za and we'll help you migrate.

Bookings & clients

Can my clients book without downloading an app?

Yes. Your booking page works in any browser on any phone. Clients just tap your link and book in under a minute — no download required.

Does it work for barbers, nail salons and lash artists too?

Yes. SalonHub works for any appointment-based beauty business — barbers, nail technicians, lash artists, beauty therapists, and more.

Can I accept walk-ins alongside online bookings?

Yes. You can add bookings manually from your dashboard for walk-in clients. The system will prevent double-bookings automatically.

What if a client needs to cancel or reschedule?

Clients receive a cancellation link in their WhatsApp confirmation. You can also reschedule or cancel any booking directly from your dashboard.

Can I block out time for lunch breaks or personal appointments?

Yes. You can add blocked-out time per stylist directly from the calendar view. These blocks prevent clients from booking during those times.

WhatsApp & reminders

How do WhatsApp reminders work?

When a client books, they receive an instant WhatsApp confirmation. Then, 24 hours before their appointment, they get an automatic reminder. You don't need to do anything — it's fully automated.

Do I need a WhatsApp Business account?

No. SalonHub uses its own WhatsApp Business API integration. You don't need your own WhatsApp Business account to send reminders.

Can I customise the WhatsApp messages?

The core confirmation and reminder messages are templated for reliability. Custom message templates are on our roadmap for a future update.

Team & staff

How many staff members can I add?

Up to 10 staff members on the standard plan. Need more? Contact us at hello@salonhub.co.za.

Can each stylist have different services and hours?

Yes. Each staff member has their own weekly schedule and can be assigned specific services. Clients only see slots that are genuinely available for their chosen stylist.

Can staff members log in to see their bookings?

Yes. Each staff member can be invited with their own login. They can view their bookings and update appointment statuses from their account.

Billing & pricing

What happens when my free trial ends?

You'll be prompted to subscribe at R399/month via PayFast. If you choose not to, your account is paused — your data is kept safe and you can reactivate anytime.

Is my client data safe?

All data is encrypted in transit and at rest, hosted on Google Cloud in Johannesburg. We are fully POPIA compliant and never sell or share your client data.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes. Cancel from your billing settings at any time. No penalties, no minimum contract. Your account remains active until the end of your paid period.

Are there any per-booking or per-transaction fees?

No. SalonHub charges one flat monthly fee. We don't take a cut of your bookings or charge extra for busy months.

Mobile & access

Can I manage everything from my phone?

Yes. The dashboard is fully mobile-responsive. View bookings, manage your calendar and check revenue reports from anywhere.

Is there a dedicated mobile app?

The web dashboard works great on mobile. A native iOS and Android app for salon owners is on our roadmap.

Still have questions?

Our team is based in South Africa and typically responds within a few hours.

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