Sports, leisure & rentals: SMS deposits and serious bookings
Sports clubs, leisure activities, watersports, rentals: SMS deposits, instalments, automatic receipts.
Frequently asked questions in sports, leisure & rentals
What deposit level should I choose?
For one‑off activities, a percentage of the price or a fixed amount per person works well. For equipment rentals, a higher deposit helps secure bookings.
Can I offer instalment payments?
Yes, for packs and memberships, via Stripe when available. You receive the full amount immediately on your Stripe account, and Stripe manages the instalments on the client side.
Do I need to install a terminal?
No, a smartphone is enough to send payment links by SMS.
What happens if a payment fails?
You get a notification and can resend a link or adjust the amount before keeping the booking.
My activity is seasonal, is that a problem?
No, the Pro plan is commitment-free and cancellable at any time from your PayLinker customer area; you can also use PayLinker pay-as-you-go.
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Secure your next bookings with PayLinker.
SMS deposits, instalments, PDF receipts: you protect your schedule and your turnover without a card terminal.
Sports, leisure & rentals focus
Secure bookings before you commit time
In classes, outings and equipment rentals, 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 packs, memberships or camps. 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 Sports, leisure & rentals
For SMS deposits, see SMS deposit for bookings. If you also take security deposits, see online security deposit.
Key benefits
PayLinker for your sports, leisure or rental business
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Secure sessions and rentals with a payment link.
Send a payment link by SMS for each booking so you can lock in the slot, take deposits and avoid no‑shows on busy days.
Pro plan adapted to seasonal activity
PayLinker Pro €9.90 / month with no commitment or pay‑as‑you‑go, ideal for seasonal peaks and off‑season months.