When Should Barbershops Send Appointment Reminders?
Barbershop appointment reminders work best 24 to 48 hours before. See the evidence, platform defaults and when to use deposits instead.
By Ben·Founder, Setora
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Barbershop Waitlist: How to Fill Cancellations
A barbershop waitlist turns late cancellations into bookable slots. How it works, what it can recover, and how to run one without annoying customers.
Ben·3 June 2026·7 min read
How to Measure Barber Performance Without Making It Weird
Barber performance metrics done right: the four staff-level numbers worth tracking, and how to coach with them without turning your shop into a scoreboard.
Ben·29 May 2026·11 min read
Booking Protection for Barbershops: Charge Late Cancels and No-Shows
Save the customer's card at booking and charge only if a late cancel or no-show fee applies. Built for UK barbershops. Stripe at cost, no platform markup.
Ben·17 May 2026·7 min read
How to Calculate Your Barbershop Rebooking Rate
Calculate your barbershop rebooking rate, choose the right return window, and know which customers to follow up without sounding desperate.
Ben·16 May 2026·11 min read
Treatwell vs Setora: What 35% Commission Costs
See Treatwell commission, monthly fees, VAT and booking costs explained. Compare the real cost with Setora’s flat £14.99/month, no-commission model.
Ben·6 May 2026·10 min read
Fresha to Setora: How UK Barbershops Switch in 24 Hours
Step-by-step 2026 guide to switching your UK barbershop from Fresha to Setora in 24 hours. Export, import, redirect bookings, and cut software costs.
Ben·5 May 2026·10 min read
Booksy Pricing UK: What It Actually Costs in 2026
What does Booksy actually cost UK barbershops in 2026? Subscription fees, per-staff charges, and Boost commission - all explained with real numbers.
Ben·26 April 2026·12 min read
Booksy Boost Commission Explained for UK Barbers
The 30% Booksy Boost commission explained: how attribution works, when existing clients get charged, and what it costs a UK barbershop each year.
Ben·17 April 2026·14 min read
Barbershop Cancellation & Deposit Policy Template UK
UK-compliant cancellation and deposit policy for barbershops, with notice periods, fee structures, copy-and-paste template, and how to automate it.
Ben·9 April 2026·9 min read
Setora Shortlisted for Digital StartUp of the Year 2026
Setora is a finalist for Digital StartUp of the Year at the UK StartUp Awards 2026. Here's what it means for a bootstrapped barbershop platform.
Ben·31 March 2026·3 min read
Square Appointments for UK Barbershops: Is It Free?
Square Appointments has a real free UK plan, but card fees and locked features change the total cost fast for UK barbershops. See the real maths.
Ben·30 March 2026·9 min read
The Hidden Cost of 'Free' Barbershop Software
'Free' barbershop software costs UK shops thousands a year in commissions, processing fees and surprise charges. Here's what they actually cost.
Ben·25 March 2026·13 min read
Setora vs Booksy for UK Barbershops
Compare Booksy and Setora for UK barbershops. See per-user pricing, Booksy Boost commission, marketplace fees and Setora’s flat £14.99/month plan.
Ben·23 March 2026·10 min read
Walk-ins vs Appointments for UK Barbershops
Walk-ins or appointments? The data says neither. Here's how UK barbershops are using a hybrid model to cut no-shows, reduce walkouts, and fill more chairs.
Ben·16 March 2026·9 min read
How to Set Up Online Booking for Your Barbershop
Set up online booking for your barbershop in under 5 minutes. Step-by-step guide covering setup, getting clients to book, and handling walk-ins.
Ben·11 March 2026·14 min read
Nearcut vs Setora: UK Barbershop Booking Compared
Nearcut vs Setora compared honestly: pricing, features, data portability and client fees. Find the best fit for your UK barbershop.
Ben·10 March 2026·10 min read
Fresha Fees Explained: What UK Barbers Pay
Every Fresha fee in GBP for 2026: subscription, 20% marketplace commission, card processing and SMS. Worked annual costs for 1, 3 and 5-chair shops.
Ben·8 March 2026·14 min read
How Much Are No-Shows Costing Your Barbershop?
Around 14% of barbershop bookings end in a no-show. Here's how to calculate what it's costing your shop - and five proven ways to cut the rate.
Ben·5 March 2026·9 min read
Fresha vs Setora: What UK Barbers Actually Pay
Fresha looks free, but fees can appear through payments, marketplace bookings and add-ons. See the real cost vs Setora’s flat £14.99/month.
Ben·3 March 2026·10 min read
Why 60% of UK Barbers Still Use Paper Diaries
Most UK barbershops still run on pen and paper. Here's what the data says about why - and what it's costing them in no-shows, lost clients and invisible data.
Ben·1 March 2026·12 min read
Barbershop Booking Software: The Complete Guide
The plain English guide for UK barbers thinking about going digital. Covers costs, setup, data, payments, and what to look for in booking software.
Ben·28 February 2026·11 min read
Best Barbershop Booking Software UK 2026
Compare Setora, Fresha, Booksy, Nearcut and Squire for UK barbers. See pricing, commission, features, reviews and which system suits your shop.
Ben·24 February 2026·20 min read
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