Salon Booking Platform for Kenya
Running a salon in Kenya and need a simple platform for bookings, manual payments, and phone management? Here's why Shops in Kenya is the best choice for Kenyan salons.
Quick Answer
Shops in Kenya is designed for phone-first salon management. You can manage your entire salon from your phone: add services, accept bookings, manage staff, and handle payments. Manual payment instructions (Till/PayBill, cash) are built-in. No computer needed, no technical skills required.
Phone-Friendly Management
Mobile Dashboard
The Shops in Kenya dashboard is fully mobile-optimized. Add services, manage bookings, check availability, and update your storefront — all from your phone. Works on any smartphone, no app download required.
WhatsApp Integration
Bookings arrive on your WhatsApp with customer details. Confirm appointments, send reminders, and handle payment confirmation all within WhatsApp. This is how Kenyan salons actually communicate with customers.
Simple Storefront
Your salon storefront is clean and mobile-friendly. Customers can browse services, see prices, and book appointments from their phones. No complicated navigation, no confusing checkout — just simple booking.
Service Booking System
Easy Booking Setup
Add your services (haircut, braiding, manicure, pedicure, etc.) with duration, price, and description. Assign services to staff members. Set your availability. Customers can book online 24/7.
Deposit Collection
Set deposit percentages (default 30%) for services. Customers pay the deposit now to secure their appointment and pay the remaining balance when they arrive. Reduces no-shows significantly.
Staff Management
Add your stylists and assign them to services. Each staff member can see their own schedule. Customize permissions — let staff manage bookings but not delete the salon owner. All actions are logged.
Calendar View
See all bookings in a calendar view. Filter by staff, date, or service. Quickly check availability before accepting new bookings. Manage your salon schedule visually.
Manual Payment Instructions
M-PESA Till/PayBill
Add your M-PESA Till Number or PayBill to your shop. Customers see clear payment instructions when booking. They can pay via M-PESA and send you a screenshot for confirmation. No need for complex STK push setup if you prefer manual.
Cash on Arrival
Many salon customers prefer to pay cash when they arrive. Shops in Kenya supports this — customers book with no payment required and pay the full amount or remaining balance at the salon.
Bank Transfer Option
Display your bank account details for customers who prefer bank transfers. Great for larger deposits or advance payments. Customers send proof of payment via WhatsApp.
No Computer Required
Everything from Your Phone
- • Add services — describe, price, duration, all from phone
- • Manage bookings — view calendar, accept/decline, from phone
- • Handle payments — confirm M-PESA, cash, bank transfers via WhatsApp
- • Communicate — chat with customers, send reminders on WhatsApp
- • Update storefront — change prices, add services, from phone
If you have a computer, great — but you don't need one. Shops in Kenya works perfectly from your phone.
Comparison with Other Platforms
| Feature | Shops in Kenya | Shopify | WooCommerce |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phone-First Dashboard | ✓ Native | ✗ Desktop-focused | ✗ Desktop-focused |
| Service Bookings | ✓ Native | ✗ Paid app | ✗ Plugin required |
| Manual Payment Instructions | ✓ Native | ✗ Manual workaround | ✗ Plugin required |
| WhatsApp Integration | ✓ Native | ✗ Paid app | ✗ Plugin required |
| Deposit Collection | ✓ Native | ✗ Paid app | ✗ Plugin required |
Verdict
Choose Shops in Kenya for Phone-First Salon Management
Shops in Kenya is built for salons that manage everything from their phones. Service bookings, manual payments, WhatsApp communication, and simple storefront — all without a computer. No technical setup, no apps, no plugins.
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