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◉ BUILT FOR BARBERS

THE CHAIR IS FULL.
THE PHONE IS SILENT.

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.

Join 1,000+ barbers already using CREW.INK.

DEPOSIT PAID
Skin Fade & Beard $45.00
Client: James Wilson
RECURRING
Gentleman's Cut $35.00
Every 2 weeks - Fridays at 10 AM
BOOKING CONFIRMED
Hot Towel Shave $30.00
Tomorrow at 1:30 PM
New Request
Buzz Cut + Lineup
A barber consulting a client in the shop with CREW.INK open nearby

The standard

Manual is for amateurs.
CREW.INK is for professionals.

Level 0

Manual chaos

  • Chase deposits through DMs
  • Answer the same questions 100x
  • No-shows ruin your day
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Level 1

Generic tools

  • Not built for barbershops
  • Clunky intake processes
  • Generic, boring interface
Compare the levels →
CREW.INK

Modern standard

  • Deposits taken at booking
  • Intake forms built for barbers
  • A booking page that looks like you
Compare the levels →

The toolkit

Everything you need.
Nothing you don’t.

A client confirming a booking request in a barbershop
Native

Request protection

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.

See request protection →
A barber reviewing intake details and grooming preferences on a counter tablet
Native

Smart Barber Intake

Capture preferred styles, beard trim details, and hair preferences before the client ever sits down.

See smart intake →
An organized barber workstation with calendar and schedule ready
Native

Real-time scheduling

Syncs with Google Calendar so clients only see your real availability. Zero double-bookings, zero back-and-forth DMs. One link handles everything.

See scheduling →
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New

Service Menu & Signature Styles

Showcase signature fades, beard work, and premium packages so clients discover and book your specialties.

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Everything you need to book better clients.

Automations, client records and payment-ready workflows, built around the way barbers actually work.

Book & confirm

Book without the DM mess

Deposits collected at booking. Automatic reminders. Client history in one place. Free to start.

One-tap approvals

Approve or decline requests in seconds and keep every client thread tied to the right appointment.

Your brand, your link

A booking page that looks like you, not a generic form. Share one link everywhere.

SMS reminders

Three automatic texts before every appointment — 48h, 2h and 30 min out — so no-shows stop happening by accident.

Calendar sync

Two-way Google Calendar sync keeps your real availability and your bookings in step, with no double-booking.

Get paid & grow

Payment plans

Split larger sessions into instalments. Clients pay over time, you stay fully booked.

Payouts you can see

Deposits and payments reach your bank the next business day, deposited daily, and every payout shows in your dashboard.

Away work & guest spots

Apply for guest spots, host your own dates, and keep conventions on the calendar — your availability follows you.

Client records

Tag, track and segment your clientele. Know exactly who your regulars are.

Campaign builder

Fill cancellations instantly. Tell your waitlist about flash sales and new openings.

Client reviews

Ask for a verified review automatically after an appointment. Build social proof without chasing it.

THE BARBER'S CHOICE

CUT MORE, TEXT LESS.

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
See it in action →
CREW.INK assistant
Russell Cain Tattoo
Active now
Today 2:34 PM
Hey! Can I book a fine line rose on my forearm?
2:34 PM
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.

// PLUS

Plus

$39/ MO

Client-paid booking fee on card payments4.5%

$39/month for a lower 4.5% booking fee on each card payment. It covers card processing, and the client pays it by default.

  • ✓Lower booking fee: 4.5%
  • ✓Every feature included
  • ✓Best as your booking volume grows
  • ✓Merch fee is 20% of profit
  • ✓Priority support
  • ✓Same features as every plan
Start Plus

// PRO

Pro

$99/ MO

Client-paid booking fee on card payments3.5%

$99/month for the lowest booking fee, 3.5% on each card payment. Merch takes 10% of profit, and you get a direct line to the team.

  • ✓Every feature included
  • ✓Lowest booking fee: 3.5%
  • ✓Merch fee is 10% of profit
  • ✓Direct line to the team
  • ✓First-hand contact
  • ✓Suggestions taken first
  • ✓Same tools as Free and Plus
Start Pro

Owner reports + CSV exports are available now. Any future payment charges will be shown before payment.

// FAQ

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.

✓ Free for artists, always✓ Up and running in under an hour✓ We’ll help you migrate✓ Cancel anytime