Salon software blog - migration guides and industry insights
Practical migration guides, cost breakdowns, and industry insights for EU salons. Written by the Salonnare team.
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Migrating from Davinci in 2026: honest comparison and step-by-step guide
Looking for a Davinci alternative for your salon? Find out when switching makes sense, how to export your client data, and what features you get with Salonnare.
Migrating from Booksy in 2026: when it makes sense, when it does not, and how to do it
When does switching from Booksy make sense - and when not? Export your client data, compare the features, and migrate step by step to salon software you fully control.
Salon Software Pricing Comparison 2026: Three Models, One Smart Choice
Not all salon software pricing is fairly comparable. A breakdown of subscription models, commission-based platforms and hidden costs - with real calculation examples for salon owners.
Email Marketing for Hair Salons and Beauty Salons: More Repeat Bookings from Your Client Base
Email campaigns are the most cost-effective way to reactivate dormant clients and generate repeat bookings. Learn how to use Salonnare's campaign module for your salon.
Salon deposits: reduce no-shows and improve cash flow with prepayments
Taking deposits when clients book appointments reduces no-shows and improves your salon cash flow. Learn how salon deposits work, how to set them up and what rules apply.
Hair salon bookkeeping software: keep your salon finances in order
Salon software with strong accounting features handles VAT splitting, till recording and revenue reporting - and delivers everything structured to your accountant. Discover which accounting features your salon software must offer and how it saves you time.
Freelance hairdresser admin: everything you need to track as a self-employed stylist
As a self-employed hairdresser you handle your own bookkeeping. Learn which records to keep, how VAT works for hair salon services, what a POS system does for you, and how salon software keeps your admin effortless.
Salon membership programs: predictable recurring revenue for hair and beauty salons
Salon memberships give your salon a stable monthly income. Learn how to set up membership plans, automate billing via Stripe and combine them with a loyalty program.
Barber shop software: what every barbershop needs in 2026
Choosing barber shop software? Find out which features matter most: online booking, POS, no-show protection, staff scheduling and commission tracking.
Treatment room and resource scheduling without double bookings
How to schedule multiple treatment rooms, chairs and equipment at once without two appointments claiming the same space. Practical guide for salons with multiple workstations.
VAT rates for hair salons: which rate applies to your treatments and products?
Which VAT rate applies to cuts, colouring and retail products in your hair salon? A practical guide to per-service rates, mixed receipts and till settings.
Nail salon software: what do you really need in 2026?
Choosing nail salon software: which features are essential, what are the pitfalls, and how do you let clients book online without no-shows?
Beauty salon software: what should it do in 2026?
Choosing beauty salon software: which features are essential, what are the real costs, and how do you avoid the most common mistakes when buying?
Salon loyalty program: customer retention that lasts
How do you build a loyalty program that motivates clients to come back? Points, tiers, pitfalls and the Salonnare setup explained.
Online booking system for salons: what it delivers and how to choose
What should an online booking system for a salon be able to do? Features, no-show protection and how to make the right choice for your salon.
How to choose salon software in 2026: the complete guide
Choosing salon software in 2026? Learn which features really matter, where the pitfalls hide, and which questions you need answered before you sign.
Salon gift cards: sell, manage and redeem without chaos
Offering gift cards in your salon does not have to be an administrative nightmare. A practical guide to selling, balance tracking and redeeming.
Salon inventory management: tracking retail, backbar and purchase orders without a spreadsheet
Salon inventory management in practice: separate retail from backbar, set low-stock alerts and handle purchase orders straight from your salon software.
Salon POS system: what you need and how to choose
What makes a POS system suitable for a salon? Features, pitfalls, and how to make your till, calendar and client profile work together in one system.
Migrating from Salonized in 2026: when it is smart and when it is not
Honest guide to migrating away from Salonized. When the switch pays off, when it does not, and how to migrate without losing your membership clients.
Tax and bookkeeping for your salon: what you actually need to get right
A practical guide to salon bookkeeping: which receipts to keep, how VAT works, the small-business scheme, record-retention rules, and how software lightens the load.
Salon staff scheduling: a roster that matches both occupancy and revenue
Staff scheduling for hair salons: five common mistakes, a step-by-step checklist, and how to tie your roster to your bookings and revenue.
Salon trends 2026: what grows, what fades and what pays off
The salon trends that matter in 2026: online booking as the default, deposits against no-shows, memberships, personalised service and visible sustainability. Practical steps per trend.
Migrating from Fresha: why EU salons reconsider the "free" platform
Fresha was famous for being free, but since early 2025 it dropped its free plan - you now pay a subscription (Independent €14.95/mo, Team €9.95/mo per member) plus transaction fees (around 1% + €0.20) on every online payment. Calculate what that really costs and learn how to migrate to an iDEAL-native alternative with your own Mollie or Stripe.
Commission calculation for hair salons: manage stylist payouts fairly and error-free
Commission calculation for hairdressers and stylists: which structures work, how to avoid mistakes and how software tracks commission automatically.
Migrating from Treatwell to self-hosted salon software: the complete guide
Step-by-step guide for EU salons moving from Treatwell to their own salon software. Keep your client list, stop losing margin to commissions, and switch to iDEAL/SEPA-native alternatives.
GDPR for beauty salons: which client data can you keep, and for how long?
Practical GDPR guide for hairdressers, nail studios and beauty salons: which client data you can keep, how long, when you need consent, and how to store health notes (allergies, medication) the right way.
Preventing No-Shows: How Salons Sharply Cut Missed Appointments
Concrete approach to sharply reduce no-shows: deposits via online payments, smart reminders, and a fair repeat-offender policy.
Google Business Profile for Salons: Complete 2026 Optimization Guide
How to optimize Google Business Profile for your salon: claim, photos, services, posts, reviews, and Reserve with Google integration step by step.
Sharing Your Booking Link on Instagram: From Bio Link to Booking in 60 Seconds
How to share your public booking link on Instagram smartly: link in bio, story CTAs, DM workflow with saved replies, and which content actually drives bookings.