# GroomSlot

> Cloud-based booking and business management software built specifically for dog groomers in the UK and Ireland.

GroomSlot is an all-in-one platform that helps dog groomers manage bookings, reduce no-shows, collect payments, and grow their business. It is designed specifically for salon and mobile groomers across the United Kingdom and Ireland.

## Key Features

- **Online Booking Form**: 24/7 self-service booking via a unique link, embeddable on websites, Instagram, and Facebook.
- **Automated Reminders**: WhatsApp, SMS, and email appointment reminders that reduce no-shows by up to 75%.
- **No-Show Protection**: Secure card capture and deposit collection via Stripe, SumUp, Lopay and Square. Automatic no-show fee charging.
- **Mobile Grooming Route Planner**: Intelligent route optimisation that clusters appointments by neighbourhood to reduce travel time and fuel costs. Google Maps integration.
- **Client Retention Engine**: Custom recurrence windows per service, overdue client tracking, and one-click rebooking reminders.
- **Digital Records & Compliance**: Pet history, coat requirements, temperament notes, vaccination tracking with expiry alerts, and UK council licensing compliance.
- **Payment Processing**: Stripe, Square, SumUp and Lopay integrations for deposits and full payments. Supports GBP and EUR.
- **Multi-Staff Scheduling**: Colour-coded calendars for teams with up to 5 users on Professional, unlimited on Enterprise.

## Pricing

- £24/month for UK groomers (GBP), or £240/year (saving £48)
- €29/month for Ireland groomers (EUR), or €290/year (saving €58)
- 30-day free trial, no credit card required
- Cancel anytime

## Target Audience

Dog groomers across the UK and Ireland, including:
- Solo mobile groomers
- Solo groomers based in one or more salon locations
- Home-based grooming salons
- Multi-staff grooming salons
- Newly qualified groomers starting their business

## Why Groomers Choose GroomSlot

- Purpose-built for UK and Irish dog groomers (not generic scheduling software)
- UK and Ireland-based support team
- Reduces no-shows by up to 75%
- Route planner saves fuel and time for mobile groomers
- Pays for itself within the first month through recovered no-show revenue
- Simple setup — "the easiest software I've ever set up" (Izzy, The Canine Parlour, London)

## Common Questions

- **Does it require a credit card for the trial?** No. Full access to all features for 30 days with no payment details required.
- **Is it UK-specific?** No. GroomSlot supports groomers in both the UK (GBP, £24/month) and Ireland (EUR, €29/month). Features such as vaccination compliance tracking are relevant to both UK and Irish licensing requirements.
- **Can I take payments in euros?** Yes. Irish groomers can collect deposits and payments in EUR via SumUp or Stripe. SumUp is the recommended payment provider for Irish businesses.
- **Can I import existing clients?** Yes. Export your client list to CSV and upload directly into GroomSlot.
- **What devices does it work on?** Any device with an internet connection — iPhone, Android, iPad, laptop.
- **How does no-show protection work?** Groomers can require card details upfront and/or charge a deposit via Stripe, SumUp, Lopay or Square, and charge no-show fees based on their own policy.
- **Which payment providers are available in Ireland?** SumUp and Stripe support EUR payments. Lopay is UK-only and not available for Irish businesses.

## Groomer Profile Pages

Each GroomSlot groomer has a free public profile page discoverable by customers and search engines:

- URL format: `https://www.groomslot.co.uk/business/{slug}`
- Each profile includes: business name, tagline, about section, services with prices and durations, customer reviews, photo gallery, contact details, and a direct booking button.
- Profiles are optimised for local SEO — customers searching for dog groomers in a specific town or city may find individual groomer profiles in search results.
- Booking: customers can book directly from a profile page. Booking link format: `https://www.groomslot.co.uk/book/{slug}`

## Links

- Website: https://www.groomslot.co.uk
- Features: https://www.groomslot.co.uk/features
- Pricing: https://www.groomslot.co.uk/#pricing
- FAQ: https://www.groomslot.co.uk/faq
- Blog: https://www.groomslot.co.uk/blog
- Sign Up: https://www.groomslot.co.uk/register
- Contact: https://www.groomslot.co.uk/contact