Does Tattoo Booking have a client marketplace like Booksy?

No, and that's deliberate. You get your own booking page and studio link rather than a listing next to every other shop in your city. Our city and style guides send organic traffic to studios without putting you in a bidding war.

Can each artist manage their own book?

Yes. Each artist controls their own availability, session types, and deposit rules; owners see the whole floor.

How do I move my clients over?

Export your client list as a CSV and import it into Tattoo Booking. Bookings already on the books can be re-entered or imported the same way. Most studios finish in under an hour.

What if it doesn't work for my studio?

There's a 7-day free trial and no contract — cancel from your dashboard at any time.

booksy alternative for tattoo artists

Booksy Alternative for Tattoo Artists

Booksy is barber and beauty software with a consumer marketplace attached. Tattoo artists use it because it books appointments — then work around it for deposits, consent forms, session notes, and anything that takes longer than an afternoon.

Who Booksy is right for

Booksy suits barbershops and beauty pros who want walk-in discovery and short recurring appointments.

Signs it's time to switch

Each extra artist adds another per-staff charge to your monthly bill
You're storing waivers in a filing cabinet or a phone camera roll
Multi-session pieces don't fit the appointment model
You want clients booking your studio, not browsing a marketplace of competitors

Booksy vs. Tattoo Booking

Feature comparison between Booksy and Tattoo Booking
Feature	Booksy	Tattoo Booking
Billing model	Per seat / per calendar — cost rises with each artist you add	$29.99/month per studio, unlimited artists and clients
Unlimited artists on one plan	No — staff-based tiers	Yes
Tattoo consent + medical screening	No	Built in, editable, timestamped
Deposit-first booking	Prepayments and no-show protection, barber-oriented	Deposit required with tattoo reschedule and forfeit policy
Client ink history and photos	Basic notes	Full session timeline with references and healed photos
Aftercare follow-up queue	No	Yes
Commission tracking per artist	Available on higher tiers	Included

Booksy's plans and fees change — check their pricing page for current numbers before you decide.

Switch in an afternoon

$29.99/month per studio. Unlimited artists.

Import your client CSV, set your deposit rules, publish your booking link. 7-day free trial, then $29.99/month. No contract, cancel anytime.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Tattoo Booking have a client marketplace like Booksy?: No, and that's deliberate. You get your own booking page and studio link rather than a listing next to every other shop in your city. Our city and style guides send organic traffic to studios without putting you in a bidding war.
Can each artist manage their own book?: Yes. Each artist controls their own availability, session types, and deposit rules; owners see the whole floor.
How do I move my clients over?: Export your client list as a CSV and import it into Tattoo Booking. Bookings already on the books can be re-entered or imported the same way. Most studios finish in under an hour.
What if it doesn't work for my studio?: There's a 7-day free trial and no contract — cancel from your dashboard at any time.