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Problems you know in Barbershops

If you manage appointments, these problems sound familiar.

Dead time between appointments

20–30 minute gaps you can't fill because you don't know they're open until it's too late.

Walk-ins and booked clients colliding

Walk-ins leave because there's a queue. Booked clients wait because of walk-ins. Managing both flows at once is chaotic.

Keeping your regulars coming back

Your best client comes every three weeks but has no easy way to rebook before they leave.

What it costs you every week

Put numbers on the pain. Multiply by month and the gap in your cash flow becomes obvious.

  • 24/7
    Your portal accepts bookings

    Your booking portal and bot keep taking appointments overnight, weekends, and bank holidays.

  • <30 s
    To book by WhatsApp

    The bot understands "cut and shave tomorrow", checks the calendar, and confirms — no apps for the client.

  • 0 %
    Marai per-booking commission

    Flat-rate subscription. Whatever you charge the client lands in your account in full.

What is barbershop scheduling software?

Barbershop scheduling software is a web application that replaces the paper book and the phone: it shows every barber's availability in real time, lets clients book a cut and shave through WhatsApp or a public portal, sends automatic reminders before each appointment and frees the slot instantly when someone cancels.

The 5 questions that matter

Definition, workflow, pricing, ideal profile and use cases. Everything on a single page.

01Definition

What is Marai for barbershops?

Marai is a cloud scheduling app for barbershops that replaces the paper book: it shows each barber's availability in real time, lets clients book a cut and shave through WhatsApp or a public portal, sends automatic reminders before every appointment and frees up slots immediately when someone cancels.

02How it works

How does Marai work in a barbershop?

  1. Define your services (cut, shave, beard trim) with their real duration and price.
  2. Add each barber with their schedule and the services they actually offer.
  3. Share the booking portal on Instagram, Google Maps and the shop window.
  4. Turn on the WhatsApp Business bot and reminders at 24 h and 2 h before.
  5. Award loyalty points on every visit so regulars come back sooner.
03Pricing

How much does Marai cost for a barbershop?

Flat-rate subscription, no percentage per booking. Start free and upgrade as you hire.

Free
0 /mo

1 barber, 50 appointments/month and a branded portal.

Starter
29 /mo

Up to 2 barbers, reminders and online payments.

Pro
59 /mo

Up to 5 barbers, AI WhatsApp bot and loyalty programme.

Business
99 /mo

Up to 15 barbers and 5 locations with advanced reports.

04Ideal profile

Who is Marai for in barbershops?

  • Solo barbers who keep their schedule in a notebook on the counter.
  • Barbershops with two to five barbers and a mix of bookings and walk-ins.
  • Multi-site barbershop brands that want unified bookings and pricing.
  • Premium barbershops with cut, shave and grooming packages that need deposits.
  • Teams who get lots of WhatsApps at 10 PM and on Sundays with nobody to reply.
05When to use it

When should you use Marai in a barbershop?

  • When you lose bookings overnight because nobody is reading the shop's WhatsApp.
  • When walk-ins and booked clients collide and people end up waiting.
  • When you want a regular client to book the next visit before walking out the door.
Real proof, not marketing

Your business is not on its own

Marai integrates with official platforms and meets European regulation from day one.

  • Stripe Built-in online payments
  • WhatsApp Business Official Meta API
  • Google Calendar OAuth sync
  • Microsoft 365 Calendar OAuth
  • GDPR · AEPD-ready Native compliance
  • AES-256 · EU Encrypted on EU servers
AI WhatsApp Bot

Your clients book via WhatsApp

Marai's bot understands natural language, checks your schedule in real time, and confirms appointments automatically. Works 24/7 on your WhatsApp Business number.

Understands natural language in Spanish
Checks availability in real time
Confirms and reminds appointments automatically
Marai Assistant
Online
Hey! Can I get a cut and shave tomorrow?
Hi there 😊 Tomorrow I have Carlos free at 12:00 PM and Dani at 5:30 PM. Which do you prefer?
12 with Carlos
✅ Done! Tomorrow at 12:00 PM — cut + shave with Carlos. I'll remind you in the morning.
What is Marai?

Marai is appointment-management software for barbershops with an AI WhatsApp bot, automated reminders and Stripe payments. Built for barbers in Spain, with short back-to-back slots, native GDPR compliance and 0 % booking commissions.

24/7 Always on
0% Zero commission
−80% Fewer no-shows
<30s Bot response
Free Forever plan
Stripe Secure payments
GDPR Always compliant
Portal Online booking
Multi Locations
2 min To set up
Google Native calendar
AI Bot WhatsApp active
24/7 Always on
0% Zero commission
−80% Fewer no-shows
<30s Bot response
Free Forever plan
Stripe Secure payments
GDPR Always compliant
Portal Online booking
Multi Locations
2 min To set up
Google Native calendar
AI Bot WhatsApp active

Frequently asked questions

Can I handle walk-ins and appointments at the same time?

Yes. The visual calendar shows available slots in real time. You can create manual appointments instantly for walk-ins directly from the dashboard.

Does it work if I'm the only barber in the shop?

Yes. The Free plan is free forever with 1 professional and up to 50 appointments per month. Perfect for getting started.

Can I create a loyalty points programme for my clients?

Yes. With the loyalty programme you can award points for each visit, which clients redeem for discounts or free services. Available on Pro and Business plans.

Do my clients need to download an app?

No. They book directly via WhatsApp or through your booking portal in the browser. No downloads, no sign-ups.

Can I see my barbershop's performance stats?

Yes. The dashboard shows revenue, appointments, no-shows, and occupancy in real time. You'll know which barber generates the most and which services are most popular.

Before you start

The most common questions

The questions we get every week — answered straight, no fluff.

Does it work for short 15-20 minute services?

Yes. Slots configurable from 5 minutes with automatic back-to-back availability. The WhatsApp bot confirms openings in real time with zero overlaps.

How long does setup take?

Around 5 minutes. Import your services, connect your WhatsApp Business number and publish your booking portal. No installs, no training required.

Will I lose my data when migrating?

No. We offer a guided migration from Fresha, Booksy, Calendly and spreadsheets. Clients, services and appointment history all carry over.

Is it hard for my team to use?

No. Marai is designed for non-technical staff: a clear interface, human support and onboarding included. Your team gets it on day one.

Is it GDPR compliant?

Yes. EU-hosted servers, AES-256 encryption at rest, processing records ready for the data protection authority, and digital consent for your clients.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes. No lock-in, no penalty. One click to cancel and you can export all your data as CSV at any time.

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