Do I have to use Websta if I already have customers?

No. Websta is useful if you want to reach new customers nearby and accept online bookings or payments. If you already have enough customers through word of mouth or other channels, a Websta profile is optional. But it does not cost you to claim or set up a profile, so many barbers add it as another way for people to find them.

Can I work from home as a barber in Hong Kong on Websta?

You can list yourself on Websta from any location - your home, a salon, a shop, or as a mobile barber who travels to customers. But check with the Barbers Registration Board about the rules for your situation, especially if you work from home, as some locations may have restrictions.

What happens when a customer books and pays?

The customer pays by card through Websta. Stripe processes the payment and sends the money to your bank account. You keep the full amount minus Stripe's processing fee, which is built into the payment. You set the price, so you control what you earn.

Can I publish my profile in Cantonese only?

Websta supports English and Traditional Chinese. Publishing in both reaches more customers in Hong Kong. If you only publish in one language, you will miss customers who search in the other. English and Traditional Chinese together cover most searches for barbers in Hong Kong.

How do I get my first customers on Websta?

Start with a complete profile: photos, services, prices, and location. Customers find you through the Websta marketplace when they search for barbers near them. You can also share your profile link on social media or tell existing customers about it. The more bookings and reviews you get, the higher you rank in local searches.

How to set up a barber profile on Websta in Hong Kong

Updated October 21, 2026

What your Websta profile should contain

Your Websta profile is a profile page that works like a website for your barbering business. You control what appears on it, who books with you, and how much you charge.

Start with a clear photo of yourself or your workspace - something that shows what customers will see when they come to you. Add 2-4 more photos that show your work or the space where you cut hair. Photos matter because people browsing for barbers in Hong Kong can see them before they contact you.

List the services you offer - haircuts, fades, trims, shaves, or whatever you do - and set your own price for each. You do not have to match anyone else's prices. Keep the service list simple and honest: call them what your customers would call them.

Add a section where customers can see how to reach you: your phone number, location, and any opening hours if you work fixed times. If you are mobile or travel to customers, say that clearly.

Include a contact form so customers can ask questions or request a quote. You can also turn on online booking if you prefer to manage your schedule that way. Both options help customers get in touch without guessing.

Languages for your profile

Hong Kong is bilingual. Many customers search in both English and Chinese, and some speak Cantonese, Mandarin, or English as their main language.

Publish your profile in English and Traditional Chinese if you can. This covers most customers searching for barbers in Hong Kong. If you do not speak written Chinese well, keep English clear and correct instead - a clear English profile is better than a profile with translation errors.

Your service names, location, and contact details should work in both languages. Your photos need no translation.

How customers find barbers in Hong Kong

On Websta, people search by the service they want - barber, haircut, shave - and by location. In Hong Kong, they search by district or neighborhood: Central, Mong Kok, Causeway Bay, New Territories, or by their MTR station.

Someone looking for a barber near them will see a list of profiles sorted by distance. Your profile appears in that list if your location matches where they search. The marketplace also lets customers post a task - 'I need a haircut this Saturday' - and providers like you can make an offer.

A complete profile with photos, services, prices, and a working contact method ranks better in local searches than an empty one. So filling in all the sections helps customers find you.

What to sort out as an independent barber in Hong Kong

Working as a barber in Hong Kong means you need to check the rules for your situation. Hong Kong requires barbers to hold a valid license from the Barbers Registration Board if they work in a barbershop or salon. If you are self-employed or mobile, check with the Board whether you need individual registration or if different rules apply.

You will also need to register with the Inland Revenue Department if you are earning income as a sole trader or self-employed person. Contact the IRD to confirm what returns and records you must keep.

For payments, Websta uses Stripe to handle card payments. Money goes directly to your own bank account. You choose your prices and keep all earnings after Stripe's payment processing fee. Check with your bank that your account can receive payments from Stripe without issues.

Keep records of your earnings for tax purposes. Websta does not do your accounting - that is your responsibility as a self-employed person.

What to write in your first hour

You do not need a perfect profile to start. In your first hour, focus on getting the basics live so customers can find and contact you.

Write your name or business name, add one good photo, list your main services with prices you are happy with, and add your phone number and location. Make sure your location is specific enough that someone knows where to find you - a district name, street, or MTR station.

Write a short description of what you do in plain words: 'Professional men's haircuts and fades', or 'Cuts, trims, and straight razor shaves'. No need for long marketing text - customers want to know what you offer and how to reach you.

Turn on the contact form or online booking. This gives people a way to reach you without you having to manage your phone all day. You can add more photos and details later as you work.

Building trust on your profile

As customers book with you through Websta and pay by card, they leave a rating or review on your profile. This builds trust and helps you get more bookings over time.

The more details you fill in - photos, services, clear location, working hours - the more customers will trust that you are real and reachable. Respond quickly to messages and deliver good work. Profiles that book jobs and get good reviews appear higher in searches.

If you move location or change your services, update your profile so customers see current information. Stale or incorrect details hurt your reputation.

Frequently asked questions

Do I have to use Websta if I already have customers?: No. Websta is useful if you want to reach new customers nearby and accept online bookings or payments. If you already have enough customers through word of mouth or other channels, a Websta profile is optional. But it does not cost you to claim or set up a profile, so many barbers add it as another way for people to find them.
Can I work from home as a barber in Hong Kong on Websta?: You can list yourself on Websta from any location - your home, a salon, a shop, or as a mobile barber who travels to customers. But check with the Barbers Registration Board about the rules for your situation, especially if you work from home, as some locations may have restrictions.
What happens when a customer books and pays?: The customer pays by card through Websta. Stripe processes the payment and sends the money to your bank account. You keep the full amount minus Stripe's processing fee, which is built into the payment. You set the price, so you control what you earn.
Can I publish my profile in Cantonese only?: Websta supports English and Traditional Chinese. Publishing in both reaches more customers in Hong Kong. If you only publish in one language, you will miss customers who search in the other. English and Traditional Chinese together cover most searches for barbers in Hong Kong.
How do I get my first customers on Websta?: Start with a complete profile: photos, services, prices, and location. Customers find you through the Websta marketplace when they search for barbers near them. You can also share your profile link on social media or tell existing customers about it. The more bookings and reviews you get, the higher you rank in local searches.

About the numbers

Counts in this guide were read from the Websta catalogue when the text was written and are refreshed above from the live catalogue. Part of the catalogue was built from the public business register and is marked as such on each profile.

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