Events & services: SMS deposits and locked‑in dates

In events, a date is valuable and a last‑minute cancellation can cost you a whole weekend. With PayLinker, you send an SMS deposit link for each key service: the client pays in a few seconds, you lock in the date and significantly reduce late cancellations. Whether you’re a DJ, photographer, decorator, wedding planner or equipment hire company, the payment link integrates naturally into your quotes and booking confirmations. For larger budgets (full weddings, scenography, sound + lighting packages, volume furniture hire), you can offer instalment payments via Stripe. Clients spread their budget, while you receive the full amount immediately on your Stripe account, visible in PayLinker, in PayLinker, with an automatic PDF receipt for each instalment. This reassures couples and corporate purchasing teams alike, while clarifying your cashflow. You don’t need a terminal or complex software: PayLinker runs in a web browser. You create a link, send it by SMS or email, and each payment is time‑stamped and tied to a project, date and client. The history centralises deposits, instalments and balances, making it easier to track services and follow up when needed. Your own terms and conditions remain the reference for postponements, credits or non‑refunded deposits; PayLinker handles collection and payment notifications. If the programme changes or the date moves, you can send an adjusted link without losing track of amounts already paid, while keeping clear proof for you and your clients.