Question 1

What is Bookas?

Accepted Answer

Bookas is a booking and business management app built for Filipino solo service providers and small businesses like salons, fitness studios, nail techs, photographers, and coaches. It helps you manage appointments, clients, invoices, packages, and business finances in one place.

Question 2

Is Bookas free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Bookas has a free plan that includes up to 50 bookings per month, basic client management, and invoicing. Paid plans unlock additional features like expense tracking, advanced reports, and AI business insights.

Question 3

Can I track GCash payments with Bookas?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Bookas lets you track payments made via GCash, Maya, bank transfer, or cash. Invoices are automatically generated when bookings are completed.

Question 4

Is Bookas only for salons?

Accepted Answer

No. Bookas works for any service-based business in the Philippines including salons, barbershops, nail techs, fitness coaches, photographers, videographers, tutors, therapists, and clinics.

Question 5

Does Bookas work on Android phones?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Bookas is a Progressive Web App (PWA) that works great on any device with a browser, including budget Android phones. You can add it to your home screen for an app-like experience.

Question 6

Do I need to have a business to use Bookas?

Accepted Answer

Not at all. If you get paid for your time — photographer, coach, performer, nail tech, tutor, event supplier — Bookas is for you. Sole prop, freelancer, or growing team. All welcome.

Question 7

Do my customers need to create an account or download an app?

Accepted Answer

No. Bookas is staff-operated. Customers don't log in or download anything. Your staff uses Bookas to manage bookings on behalf of your customers.

Question 8

What payment methods can I track?

Accepted Answer

You can log cash, GCash, credit/debit card, and online payments. Bookas doesn't process payments directly. It records what was paid and how.

Question 9

Does Bookas work for both appointments and group classes?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All accounts support both bookings and group classes. Classes, attendance tracking, and resources unlock on the Premium plan.

Question 10

Can I track deposits and booking fees?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Collect a deposit when creating a booking and track the remaining balance on the invoice automatically. Perfect for photographers, event performers, tattoo artists, and anyone who takes a booking fee to hold a date.

Question 11

What's the difference between Solo and Premium?

Accepted Answer

Solo is for individuals working alone — one login, no group classes, no staff. Premium adds group class management, up to 3 staff logins (perfect for an owner + receptionist + one more), and full staff scheduling. Both plans include expense tracking and net revenue reporting. Most solo providers are on Solo for a long time before needing to upgrade.

Question 12

Is my data safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Bookas runs on a trusted cloud database platform used by thousands of businesses worldwide. Your data is encrypted and backed up automatically.

Question 13

Can I cancel anytime?

Accepted Answer

Yes. No contracts, no lock-in. You can cancel your subscription from your account settings at any time.