Deposits
Cut no-shows and last-minute wobbles. Deposits in Barkway let you take money upfront on a booking, or keep a rolling client balance for future use.
How deposits work in Barkway
- Deposits are payments recorded against an invoice.
- The required deposit is calculated from your settings (fixed amount or % of the booking total before discount).
- Recording a deposit reduces the remaining balance straight away.
Where deposits show up
- In the Price Breakdown on the booking screen.
- In the Payments table on the invoice.
- In the booking list as “Deposit unpaid” when a required deposit is still outstanding.
Jump in
📄️ Booking deposits
Take a deposit for a specific appointment (fixed or percentage).
📄️ Refunding deposits
How to refund a booking deposit as a payment or credit it to client balance.
Pro tips
- Use client balance for regulars - faster checkout, fewer headaches.
- Booking deposits are perfect for one-offs or high-risk appointments.
- Record the deposit as soon as you take it - the balance only updates once payment is recorded.
Need a hand?
Email the Barkway team and we’ll point you to the right place.