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How to take payments and get paid out

Payments live in one screen: what clients paid, what is still owed, and when the money lands in your bank.

6 min read · Updated 13 August 2026

The payments screen showing transactions and payouts

1. Connect payments

Open Payments and follow the connect flow. You will confirm your identity and add the bank account you want payouts to land in. It takes a few minutes and unlocks deposits on every service.

2. Decide your split

Choose how much is taken at booking and how much is due on the day, either as a percentage or a fixed amount. A deposit of 20 to 50 percent is normal in the beauty industry.

Transactions list with statuses and payouts panel
Every payment, refund and balance in one list.

3. Read your transactions

  • Paid: the client's card was charged successfully.
  • Deposit paid: the up front portion is in, with a balance still to collect.
  • Refunded: money returned to the client, in full or in part.
  • Failed: the card was declined, so the slot was not held.

4. Track payouts

The payouts panel shows your available balance and the next payout date. You can open a payout to see exactly which appointments it covers.

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