How to set up your salon booking page in 10 minutes
Gone are the days of phone-only bookings. Today's clients expect to book their hair appointments online, often late at night or early in the morning when your salon is closed. The good news? Setting up a professional booking page takes just 10 minutes with Skhedio.
Why you need an online booking page
Before we dive into the how, let's talk about the why:
- 24/7 availability: Clients can book at midnight, on their lunch break, or whenever it's convenient for them
- Fewer phone interruptions: Stop pausing mid-colour to answer the phone
- Reduced no-shows: Online bookings with reminders dramatically cut missed appointments
- Professional image: A sleek booking page signals you're a modern, client-focused salon
Step 1: Create your Skhedio account
Head to skhedio.com and click "Start free trial." You'll be asked for basic info like your salon name, email, and location. This takes about 2 minutes.
Pro tip: Use your salon's main email address so all booking notifications go to the right place.Step 2: Add your services
This is where you list everything you offer. For each service, you'll add:
- Service name: Keep it clear (e.g., "Women's Cut & Blowdry" not just "Cut")
- Duration: How long does this service typically take?
- Price: Your standard pricing (you can add price ranges later)
- Description: A brief explanation clients will see when booking
Start with your most popular services. You can always add more later.
Step 3: Set your business hours
Tell Skhedio when you're open for business. You can set different hours for different days—perfect if you're closed Sundays or have late nights on Thursdays.
Don't forget to:
- Add lunch breaks so clients can't book during your downtime
- Block out any regular closures (public holidays, training days)
Step 4: Add your team (if applicable)
If you have multiple stylists, add each one with their:
- Name and photo
- Personal working hours
- Services they can perform
This lets clients book with their preferred stylist while seeing real-time availability.
Step 5: Customize your booking page
Make your booking page feel like your salon:
- Upload your logo
- Choose brand colors that match your salon aesthetic
- Add a welcome message
- Include photos of your space
Step 6: Share your booking link
Once your page is ready, you'll get a custom link like skhedio.com/b/your-salon-name. Share this:
- On your Instagram bio
- On your Facebook page
- In your Google Business profile
- Via text to existing clients
What happens next?
When clients book through your page:
Final thoughts
Setting up online booking isn't just about convenience—it's about meeting clients where they are. In 2024, that means letting them book from their phone at any hour.
The 10 minutes you invest now will save you hours of phone time every week. Your clients will love the flexibility, and you'll love the reduced no-shows.
Ready to get started? Create your free Skhedio account and have your booking page live before your next client walks in.