Events & services: SMS deposits and locked‑in dates
Photographers, DJs, decorators, entertainers, rental companies: SMS deposits to lock in dates, instalment options and automatic receipts.
Frequently asked questions from event service providers
What deposit level should I choose?
Many event providers choose 30–50 % of the quote to lock in a date, then a balance 30 or 15 days before the event.
How should I handle high budgets?
Instalment payments can be offered on the largest services. You are paid immediately, Stripe manages the schedule on the client side.
Do I need to invest in payment hardware?
No, you send a payment link by SMS or email. A smartphone is enough to collect payments.
What if a payment fails?
You receive a notification and can resend a link or adjust the amount before confirming the booking.
Get started
Turn options into truly reserved dates.
One payment link, a confirmed deposit, a clear payment history: PayLinker becomes your ally for securing fees and bookings, without a card terminal.
Event focus & remote payments
Secure bookings before you commit time
In dates, artists and service providers, every slot costs time, travel and preparation. An SMS deposit confirms the booking in minutes and filters last-minute cancellations. You can request a fixed amount or a percentage depending on the job. Your calendar reflects paid commitments, not tentative requests. That keeps teams aligned and protects margins.
Offer instalments for higher budgets
For higher-value work, you can enable 1-4 instalments via Stripe. You receive the full amount immediately on your Stripe account. The customer spreads the cost while you keep cashflow stable. It works well for premium packages, multi-step projects or full events. Each payment generates an automatic PDF receipt.
Clear tracking for every client
Payment links work without a terminal: a phone or laptop is enough. Each payment is time-stamped and tied to a client and a job. You can send deposits, balances or add-on invoices from the same interface. Real-time notifications help you follow every payment. If dates change, you still have clear proof of what was paid.
Useful links for Events & services
For SMS deposits, see SMS deposit for bookings. For the full payment-link workflow, see payment link solution.
Why event professionals use it
PayLinker for events: locked‑in dates and secured budgets
Secure your dates and fees
SMS deposits and staged payments for large projects
For each service (wedding, corporate evening, festival), you send a deposit link by SMS or email. The client locks in the date by paying, you can offer instalments for larger budgets and keep time‑stamped PDF receipts at every stage.
A solution designed for peak seasons
PayLinker Pro €9.90 / month with no commitment or pay‑as‑you‑go, ideal for following the rhythm of your event seasons.