CREW.INK is the ultimate booking partner for modern barbers. High-volume scheduling, automated no-show protection, and recurring appointments designed to keep you cutting.
No more losing booking details in DMs. Clients submit structured requests — references, placement, timing and contact details — so you can approve the right work faster.
Stop losing 20% of your day to appointment admin. CREW.INK was designed to handle the high-volume needs of modern barbershops, giving you back your time and protecting your income.
Built-in messaging
Text like a pro. Automate the rest.
Bring supported client messages into the CREW.INK inbox, turn qualifying SMS conversations into booking context, and send configured appointment reminders.
Client conversationsKeep client messages together in one inbox
Booking contextSupported SMS requests stay linked to the booking
Auto reminders48h, 2h and 30 min before the appointment
Absolutely. Here’s my intake form — fill it out and I’ll send over timing and deposit info.
2:34 PMRead
Done! Just submitted everything.
2:36 PM
You’re all set. You’ll get reminders 48h, 2h and 30 min before. See you Saturday.
2:36 PMRead
Message…
Live SMS
// Pricing
Free, Plus, Pro. Same plans on web + in app.
Every plan includes every feature. Plans differ by the booking fee your client pays on each card payment (it covers card processing), support, and the merch fee — a share of profit, never of the order total.
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Free
$0/ ALWAYS
Client-paid booking fee on card payments9.9%
No monthly bill. Your clients pay a 9.9% booking fee on each card payment, and it covers card processing.
Owner reports + CSV exports are available now. Any future payment charges will be shown before payment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is CREW.INK really free?
Free is CREW.INK’s ongoing entry plan with no monthly subscription. One 9.9% CREW.INK booking fee applies to deposits and every other card payment for the tattoo, with a $2.50 minimum per payment. It covers card processing, so there is no separate processing charge. The client pays by default; artist-paid and split settings are available. Tips never carry a fee, and merch profit shares are separate.
How do deposits work right now?
Deposits are available on every plan, including Free. The client picks a time and pays through your booking flow; funds reach your bank the next business day. The booking fee is the client's by default, not yours, and it applies to the deposit and the balance alike: 9.9% on Free, 4.5% on Plus, and 3.5% on Pro, with a $2.50 minimum per payment.
What happens if a client no-shows or cancels?
CREW.INK keeps the request, schedule, reminders, and client thread organized so you are not relying on a DM pile. Payment-backed protections return after replacement processing is live.
How does the SMS automation work?
A client texts Assistant's dedicated number and it takes it from there. Through a natural text conversation, it collects everything you need — placement, size, style, references, availability — and submits the completed request to you automatically. The client never has to open a link or fill out a form. They just text back. It lands in your inbox as a request for you to review.
Can I sync my existing calendar?
Yes — 2-way Google Calendar sync is built in. Your CREW.INK availability stays in sync with your personal calendar automatically. Clients only see your real open slots — zero double-bookings, zero conflicts.
Does it work if I also run or join a studio?
Yes. CREW.INK is built around the tattoo workflow first — you keep one artist account for life. A studio is a group you join or open on top of it, with a roster, a walk-in queue and shared reporting, and your own booking page carries on exactly as it was.
How and when do I get paid?
Deposits collect at booking and card payments reach your bank the next business day, deposited daily. Payouts are US-only for now. Every charge is shown before you pay anything.
Is my client data safe?
Yes. Your client list is yours — we never sell it, share it, or use it for anything other than running your account. Data is encrypted in transit and at rest. You can export your full client database at any time.
Ready to run your books on autopilot?
Claim your handle and take deposit-first bookings today. Free for artists, and it grows with you if you ever open a studio.