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Project Description: I am looking for an experienced WordPress developer to build a modern barber and nail booking marketplace. This will not be a simple business website. The platform will connect customers with barbers and nail professionals who can create profiles, list services, accept bookings, and receive payments. The business model is: * Customers book and pay through the website. * The platform takes a 10% commission from each transaction. * 90% of the payment goes automatically to the barber/nail professional. The website must be professional, mobile-friendly, scalable, and built with future growth in mind. ⸻ Customer Booking System: Customers should be able to: * Create an account * Search and browse barbers/nail professionals * View profiles * View services and prices * View photos/gallery * Read reviews * Choose a service * Select a barber/technician * Select available date and time * Book appointments online * Pay online * Receive booking confirmation Customers should also be able to: * View upcoming appointments * Cancel or reschedule bookings * View booking history ⸻ Barber & Nail Professional Registration: Barbers and nail professionals should be able to register on the platform. Each professional should have their own dashboard where they can: * Create and manage their profile * Add profile photo * Add business information * Upload portfolio/gallery images * Add services * Set prices * Set appointment duration * Set working hours * Manage availability * Accept/manage bookings Admin approval should be required before a new barber or nail professional profile becomes publicly visible. ⸻ Payment & Commission System: The website must include a marketplace payment system. Payment flow: 1. Customer books and pays online. 2. The system automatically takes 10% commission for the platform. 3. The remaining 90% is paid to the barber/nail professional. Preferred solution: * Stripe Connect or another professional marketplace payment system. The system should manage: * Automatic payment splitting * Barber payouts * Platform commission tracking * Payment history * Refunds * Cancelled appointments Each barber should have a dashboard showing: * Total bookings * Total earnings * Platform commission deducted * Pending payments * Completed payments ⸻ Services System: Professionals should be able to create services such as: * Haircuts * Beard services * Hair styling * Manicure * Pedicure * Nail extensions * Nail designs * Beauty treatments Each service should include: * Name * Description * Price * Duration * Images (optional) ⸻ Reviews & Ratings: Customers should be able to leave reviews after completed appointments. Admin should be able to: * Manage reviews * Remove inappropriate reviews * Handle complaints ⸻ Reporting System: Customers should have the ability to report a barber or nail professional. A “Report” button should be available on profiles. Reasons may include: * Poor service * Incorrect information * No-show * Inappropriate behaviour * Other issues Reports should appear in the admin dashboard. Admin should be able to: * Contact the professional * Hide profile * Suspend account * Remove account ⸻ Promotions & Offers: Professionals should be able to create: * Discounts * Special offers * Packages Admin should have control over promotional content. ⸻ Admin Dashboard: Admin should manage: * Customers * Barbers * Nail professionals * Profiles * Services * Bookings * Payments * Commission * Refunds * Reviews * Reports Admin must have full control over the platform. ⸻ Website Pages Required: Complete website design including: * Homepage * About page * How it works * Find a barber/nail professional page * Search/filter page * Professional profile pages * Booking page * Customer dashboard * Professional dashboard * Reviews page * Contact page * FAQ page * Terms and privacy pages ⸻ Design Requirements: I need: * Modern premium design * Logo design * Brand colours * Professional user experience * Mobile responsive design The website should feel like a high-end beauty and grooming marketplace. ⸻ Technical Requirements: Platform: * WordPress Developer should recommend the best solution for: * Booking system * Marketplace payments * Vendor dashboards * Commission management The website must be: * Fast * Secure * SEO friendly * Easy to manage * Scalable The system should be built so it can support: * Hundreds of professionals * Thousands of customers * Multiple locations * Future mobile apps ⸻ Setup Required: I need: * Hosting recommendations * Full WordPress installation * Plugin setup * Website deployment * Testing * Training on how to manage the platform * Documentation or training videos ⸻ Developer Requirements: When applying, please provide: 1. Three live booking or marketplace websites you have built. 2. Examples of barber, salon, beauty, booking, or multi-vendor platforms. 3. Your recommended plugins/software. 4. Yearly licence costs. 5. Total project price. 6. Delivery timeline. 7. Confirm that I will own: * Website files * Database * WordPress admin access * Custom code * Design assets 8. Details of free support after launch. 9. Explain exactly how you will build the 10% commission payment system. ⸻ Important: Please do not send a generic proposal. I want to know: * Your experience with marketplace websites. * Which payment system you recommend. * How automatic payouts will work. * Which plugins you will use. * How you will make the website scalable. Thank you.
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Hi, A barber/nail marketplace depends on a reliable booking and payout system, so I’d start by mapping the customer journey, professional onboarding, and Stripe Connect payout flow before moving into design. The main goal is to ensure the platform works smoothly for commission splits, availability, refunds, and vendor visibility. I’d build the core marketplace around a proven booking and vendor system, then validate service setup, calendars, dashboards, reviews, reporting, and admin controls. The first priority would be solid marketplace logic: customer booking, professional registration, admin approval, automatic 10% commission, and 90% payouts, with clear records for earnings, refunds, and cancelled appointments. Key focus: Booking and availability flow Vendor registration and approval Stripe Connect commission setup Customer and professional dashboards Admin control for profiles, reports, and reviews Timeline: I can review the requirements quickly and begin with the core flow first. If you’d like, we can discuss whether the 90% payout should be sent instantly after booking or after appointment completion.
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Hi, I can help create a modern, professional, and user-friendly marketplace tailored to your needs. With over 11+ years of experience in WordPress development, I’ve built numerous booking platforms. I recommend using Stripe Connect for the payment system to efficiently manage automatic payouts and commission tracking. I’ll ensure the website is mobile-responsive, scalable, and supports multiple professionals and customers. Each barber or nail professional will have a dedicated dashboard for managing appointments, profiles, and payments, while the admin manages everything from a robust backend. I’ll provide support and documentation post-launch to ensure a smooth transition. If you’d like, I can share examples of past projects and outline the plugins I propose. Best Regards, Priyanka
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As a seasoned and multifaceted developer, I am well-prepared to tackle the unique complexities of your barber and nail booking marketplace project. Drawing on my extensive experience in WordPress and E-commerce development, I can craft a platform that perfectly aligns with your vision and needs. My familiarity with tools like Stripe Connect positions me to set up an efficient payment system that seamlessly handles commissions, payouts, and payment splitting. Moreover, my expertise in SEO will optimize your platform for maximum visibility drawing clients and professionals alike. My diverse skillset doesn't stop at development. With a sound grasp of digital marketing and deep-seated knowledge of data analysis, I can help boost your business's online presence, identify strategic opportunities for growth, and ensure smooth operation on your platform. Additionally, I offer an eye-catching website design with modernity at its forefront which includes crafting relevant logos and with a premium visual aesthetic for your branding.
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Hi, I reviewed the project and the main requirement is to build a modern barber and nail booking marketplace on WordPress with profiles, services, bookings, and payments, designed for scalability and mobile-first experiences. I will implement a scalable setup using WordPress, a robust booking system, and a professional design. The workflow will support customer and professional dashboards, a service catalog, reviews, and Stripe Connect-based payouts with automatic 10% commission, plus admin controls for profiles and payments, audit trails, and role-based access. This approach reflects Personal Development goals and solid Website Design standards. You’ll get quality, responsiveness, clean work, and easy management with clear documentation and ongoing support through milestones. Let’s discuss here now.
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Interesting project, I will deliver your barber and nail booking marketplace on WordPress with three core systems: professional profiles with service listings, a real time availability and booking engine, and Stripe Connect for automatic 90/10 payment splitting with payout tracking. On a similar multi vendor booking build, setting up Stripe Connect in "destination charges" mode handled commission splits, refunds, and professional payouts without any manual work from the admin. Questions: 1) Do you already have a Stripe account, or will we set up a fresh Stripe Connect platform account? 2) How many professionals do you expect at launch (this affects whether we go with a plugin like Developer Requirements:Developer Requirements: Developer Requirements: LatePoint or a WC Bookings plus Dokan stack)? Looking forward to potentially working together. Thanks, Kamran
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Hello, Hope you are doing well, As per your given project requirements i can design and develop a fully professional Barber & Nail Booking Marketplace, i have a 12+ year experience in frontend and backend development, let's connect through chat for further discussion, thank you Regards Gaurav Garg
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Hi — Elias here from Miami. I understand you're looking to develop a modern barber and nail booking marketplace using WordPress. The goal is to create an intuitive platform that connects service providers with clients effectively. What usually matters most here is ensuring the system is user-friendly and scalable as your business grows. A common issue in platforms like this is managing user roles and permissions seamlessly. The tricky part is integrating various service listings while maintaining a consistent user experience. My approach would involve structuring the site with a focus on maintainability and performance. I’d prioritize a clean architecture that allows for easy updates and future features. Leveraging existing plugins for booking systems can save time, but I'll ensure they meet your specific needs to avoid conflicts. I've successfully worked on similar projects, integrating booking systems and tailoring user experiences to increase engagement. A few questions to better understand the scope: Q1 – What specific features are you envisioning for user roles and admin workflows? Q2 – Are there any specific payment gateways you prefer to integrate? Q3 – How do you see the platform scaling in the next few years? Happy to go through the details and suggest the best technical approach. Looking forward to hearing from you.
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Hello, I can see that you're looking to build a modern barber and nail booking marketplace where professionals can manage their services, accept bookings, and receive automatic payouts while the platform retains a 10% commission. I recommend building this on WordPress using Stripe Connect for automated payment splitting, a robust booking solution, and vendor dashboards. The platform will be scalable, mobile-friendly, SEO optimized, and easy to manage, with features including customer/professional accounts, online bookings, payments, reviews, promotions, and a complete admin dashboard. A few quick questions: Will the platform initially operate in one country or multiple countries? Do you already have hosting and a domain? Will vendors connect their own Stripe accounts for payouts? I can deliver the platform within 2–3 weeks with full deployment, testing, and post-launch support. Kindly initiate a chat so we can discuss your project in more detail. Best regards,
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Hello, You’re not just asking for a booking site , you’re building a two-sided marketplace where trust, payouts, and scheduling must all work together without friction. That hidden operational complexity is exactly where projects like this win or fail. I’ve built WordPress and WooCommerce-based systems with booking flows, vendor dashboards, payment integrations, and admin controls, and I can structure this so customers book smoothly while barbers and nail professionals manage services, availability, and earnings from one clean dashboard. For the 10% commission model, I would recommend Stripe Connect with a marketplace-ready setup so payments, payouts, refunds, and commission tracking stay automated and auditable. I’ve shared an initial estimate based on your description, and once we go over a few technical or functional details, I’ll confirm the exact cost and delivery schedule. I’d also map the platform for scalability from day one, including hosting, plugin selection, mobile responsiveness, SEO structure, and the admin workflows you listed. Looking forward to your reply so we can finalize the exact plan. Do you want the commission and payouts handled fully automatically through Stripe Connect Standard/Express, or do you prefer the platform to approve payouts before release? Best regards, Asad
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I understand you need a scalable WordPress marketplace where customers can book and pay online, professionals manage their own services and schedules, and Stripe Connect automatically splits payments with a 10% platform commission. I can build a secure, mobile-friendly platform with booking, vendor dashboards, reviews, and future API support. With 7+ years of web development experience, I build custom WordPress marketplaces, booking platforms, payment integrations, and scalable web applications with clean, maintainable code. I'd be happy to discuss the project. Regards, Ajharul
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Hello, We understand you're looking to build a premium barber and nail booking marketplace that goes beyond simple appointment scheduling. You need a scalable platform where customers can book and pay online, professionals can manage their services independently, and commission payouts are handled automatically. At Doomshell Software Pvt. Ltd., we specialize in developing custom WordPress marketplace solutions with secure booking workflows, vendor dashboards, and payment integrations. We can build a mobile-friendly platform with Stripe Connect for automated commission splitting, professional dashboards, customer booking management, reviews, and a robust admin panel designed for future growth. We can help you with: • Customer and professional dashboards with booking management. • Stripe Connect integration with automated 10% commission payouts. • Service listings, availability, reviews, and promotions. • Premium responsive UI/UX, branding, and deployment. • Scalable, API-ready architecture for future mobile apps. A couple of questions: Do you have a preferred booking plugin, or would you like us to recommend the best solution based on scalability? Will the platform initially launch in a single location or support multiple cities from day one? We'd be excited to build a secure, scalable marketplace that supports your vision and future expansion.
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Hi — Badar Madni here. I see you're building a modern barber and nail booking marketplace, which involves creating a platform that connects customers with professionals, allowing for bookings, payments, and profile management. The technical challenge here lies in ensuring a seamless booking and payment system, while also providing a professional and mobile-friendly user experience, which is crucial for the platform's success. My approach would focus on using WordPress as the platform, leveraging its scalability and ease of management, and recommending a suitable payment system like Stripe Connect for the marketplace payments. A few questions to better understand the scope: Q1 – How will the services system be structured to accommodate various types of beauty and grooming services? Q2 – What kind of promotions and offers do you envision professionals being able to create? Q3 – How will the reporting system handle customer complaints and issues with professionals? Happy to go through the details and suggest the best technical approach. Looking forward to hearing from you. Badar Madni
£500 GBP in 7 days
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Hi, I’m a senior WordPress developer with 15+ years building multi-vendor marketplaces, booking systems, and SaaS platforms, including several barber and beauty sites. I’ll set up WordPress with WooCommerce Multivendor Marketplace or a similar plugin, integrate Stripe Connect for automated 10/90 splits, build custom dashboards for pros and customers, and implement booking, payments, reviews, and reporting. The system will handle hundreds of users, support future mobile apps, and include admin controls for approvals, promotions, and disputes. I’ll recommend managed hosting, document the setup, and provide training so you can manage it post-launch. I can outline the timeline and costs after reviewing your specific requirements.
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Greetings, As an experienced full stack software engineer with a deep background in website design and building scalable platforms, I am confident in delivering a personal development site tailored to your needs. My expertise ensures intuitive layouts and a growth-focused user experience. Some Questions: Which core features are most important for your site? Who is your target audience? Do you have content and branding assets ready? Are there specific design inspirations you like? I look forward to discussing how we can build a standout platform together. Excited to showcase my portfolio in chat!
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Having worked as a Graphic and Front-End Designer for over 8 years, I believe I have the expertise necessary to bring your vision of creating a modern barber and nail booking marketplace to life. My proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, WordPress, HTML, and UI/UX design aligns perfectly with the project’s requirements. With every project I undertake, I aim not just to build a website but to understand and achieve your unique business goals, which separated me from other applicants. So let us start building this platform together, using my skillset to ensure secure payment systems via Stripe Connect while delivering an intuitive booking system that includes insightful dashboards for customers as well as professionals. Let's make your dream platform a success!
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Hi, I will create a cutting-edge barber and nail booking marketplace where customers can easily find and book services with professionals, ensuring a seamless user experience. Customers can browse profiles, read reviews, book appointments, and make secure online payments with ease. Professionals will have personalized dashboards to manage their services, availability, and earnings efficiently. I will handle the project with precision, providing regular updates and ensuring a user-friendly platform that aligns with your vision. Let's make this marketplace a reality. How do you envision promoting special offers and packages to attract more customers to your platform? Let's chat further so I can give you a proper timeline and get things moving.
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Hello! We can build a scalable booking marketplace for your barbers and nail professionals. 1. Do you already have a preferred booking and payout setup? 2. Would you like us to recommend the best plugin and commission flow? — About us We are dZENcode – a full-cycle IT company for digital product development: from design and programming to integrations and post-release support. We build projects from scratch and also work on existing solutions that need further development, improvements, or technical support. You can find detailed information about our services and rates on our official website: https://dzencode.com. Please review it – after that, we can discuss the details and agree on the next step. ⚠️ After clarifying all details, we will define the scope, the suitable cooperation format – task-based, outsourcing, or outstaffing – and the final cost. Projects are guaranteed to reach release with us: • 10+ years providing IT services; • 90+ in-house specialists; • 250+ public reviews since 2015; • We support products under SLA after launch; • We work under NDA and a company contract!
£500 GBP in 7 days
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Hi, 1. Live marketplace/booking sites: I have not built a public 90/10 payout marketplace on WordPress specifically, and I want to be upfront about that rather than stretch it. Over 20+ years of experience delivering solutions in service booking and e-commerce space, including multi-vendor product catalogs, service booking systems, and custom payment integrations across WordPress, Shopify, and custom stacks. My Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/canoconsulting 2. Recommended stack: WordPress plus WooCommerce, Dokan or WCFM for multi-vendor dashboards, and Stripe Connect for split payouts. This combo is proven for exactly this model and avoids reinventing booking or payment logic. 3. Licence costs: Dokan Pro or WCFM Marketplace run roughly 200 to 250 USD per year. Stripe Connect has no licence fee, just standard processing rates. 4. Ownership: You will own all files, database, WP admin, custom code, and design assets outright. 5. Biggest risk: keeping payout logic accurate through cancellations, partial refunds, and disputes. I mitigate this by using Stripe's native fee and transfer handling rather than custom split code, so Stripe's ledger stays the source of truth. Best regards, Richard
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Hello!, This is James from Hollywood... I read your Barber & Nail Booking Marketplace project carefully and understand you need a modern WordPress site that makes booking barbers and nail services simple, smooth, and trustworthy. I’ve got about 15 years of experience in WordPress, booking systems, custom UX, and marketplace-style builds. What stands out here is not just the design, but the booking flow, service/vendor structure, and making the site easy for both customers and providers to use. My approach would be: 1. Confirm booking model and user roles 2. Map the site structure and user flow 3. Build the WordPress foundation with the right tools/custom logic 4. Create a clean, mobile-friendly design 5. Test bookings, notifications, and admin controls end to end Relevant work examples: - a local salon booking platform - a multi-vendor service marketplace - a wellness appointment website - a WordPress booking site for a beauty studio Could you please clarify the following questions to help me better understand the project? 1. Will barbers/nail techs have individual profiles and dashboards, or is it a single admin-managed system? 2. Do you already have a booking plugin in mind, or would you like me to recommend the best option? 3. Should customers pay online at booking, or just reserve appointments? I’d love to help you build something clean, reliable, and easy to manage.
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As an experienced WordPress developer with a profound passion for AI-driven solutions, I am your ideal partner for this project. My broad skill set ranges from building and optimizing custom WordPress websites to integrating practical AI functionalities that promote efficiency and business growth. For instance, I can develop a responsive and dynamic professional marketplace using essential tools like Elementor, WPBakery, Gutenberg and much more. To cater to the transactional aspect of your platform, I will facilitate seamless payment flow using Stripe Connect or a similar professional marketplace payment system. It will enable automatic payment splitting as per the desired model where the 10% commission goes to the platform and the remaining 90% directly into the barber's/nail professional's account - giving utmost convenience to all parties involved. Furthermore, my experience extends to designing modern premium websites that stand out and attract users' attention. I'll ensure that everyone has a user-friendly experience - from customers being able to easily report any issues they face through your platform to administrators having complete control over every corner of the website through a comprehensive dashboard. Satisfaction is my key deliverable, and I look forward to providing you with a scalable website equipped with future growth capabilities. Let's make this marketplace vision become a resourceful reality!
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