How to set up a Websta profile as a cleaner in Slovakia

What your profile page should contain

Your Websta profile is where customers see who you are and what you do. For a cleaning business in Slovakia, include a clear description of the types of cleaning you offer - whether that is residential cleaning, office cleaning, move-out cleaning, or specific services like window cleaning or carpet cleaning. Be specific about what is included in each service so customers know what to expect.

Add photographs of your work. Customers want to see the results. Include photos of clean rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, or offices you have cleaned. If you have before-and-after photos, these are useful. Keep photos clear and well-lit. Avoid photos that show identifying details of customers' homes or offices without permission.

Set out your services with descriptions and pricing that you decide. Each service should have a clear name and scope. You can list services as one-off jobs or regular cleaning (weekly, fortnightly, monthly). Add your contact information and link your bank account through Stripe so customers can pay you directly.

Booking and quote requests on your profile

Your profile includes a contact form that customers can use to send you a message or request a quote. Use this to answer questions about your availability, travel radius, and any special requests. You can also set up online booking if you offer regular services at fixed times.

For one-off jobs or larger projects, a quote request is often clearer than a fixed price. This lets you discuss the scope of work, access to the property, and any specific needs before you agree on a price. Respond to quote requests quickly - customers in Slovakia often contact several cleaners at once and choose the first to reply.

Websta also has a marketplace where customers post cleaning tasks and providers make offers. This is a second way people find you beyond your profile page. You can respond to tasks in your service area and price range.

Language on your profile

Publish your profile in Slovak. This is the main language most customers in Slovakia use to search for services. If you speak English or Hungarian as well, you can add translations or mention this in your description, but Slovak is essential.

Keep your text clear and straightforward. Use common words. Describe what you clean and how you work, not vague phrases. Customers need to understand quickly whether your service matches what they need.

How people in Slovakia search for cleaners

People in Slovakia look for cleaners by location and type of service. Websta lets customers search for cleaning services in their town or region. When someone searches for a cleaner in Bratislava, Košice, Žilina or any other town, they find providers nearby who have published their location.

Customers also post tasks on the Websta marketplace - for example, 'I need someone to clean a 3-room flat in Banská Bystrica on Saturday' - and providers make offers. This works well for one-off jobs and urgent requests.

Many customers search on their phones, so your profile needs to load fast and be easy to read on a small screen. Keep descriptions short. Highlight your main services at the top.

What to sort out as an independent cleaner in Slovakia

Before you launch your profile, you need to be registered to work in Slovakia. If you work as a self-employed person (živnostník), you need a business licence from the local trade office. Contact the relevant office in your town or city to check what paperwork you need. This is a legal requirement, not optional.

You are responsible for your own taxes and insurance. Keep records of your income and expenses. If you earn above a certain threshold, you may need to register for VAT - check this with the Slovak tax authority or an accountant. You also need public liability insurance in case you damage a customer's property during cleaning.

Set your own prices based on what you charge per hour or per job. Factor in your travel time, materials, and the market rate in your area. Customers in different towns may expect different prices. You can adjust prices and services on your profile any time.

Keep your profile honest. Do not claim certifications or experience you do not have. Websta is in the marketplace, so your reputation builds on actual work and customer contact.

What to write in your first hour

Start with the essentials. Write a short description of what you do - for example, 'I clean residential flats and houses in Bratislava and the surrounding area. I offer weekly, fortnightly and one-off cleans. I use my own materials or yours.' This takes five minutes.

List your main services - flat cleaning, house cleaning, office cleaning, move-out cleaning, window cleaning, or whatever you do. Add a price or note that customers should ask for a quote. Do not worry about being perfect; you can edit this any time.

Add one or two photos of your work if you have them. If not, take some photos this week and upload them later. Customers respond better to profiles with images.

Fill in your contact phone number and email. Link your bank account through Stripe so you can receive payments. This is all you need to start. You can improve your profile description, add more photos, and refine your services as you go.

Finding your local market on Websta

Websta has a marketplace for cleaning in Slovakia at /marketplace/cleaning. This is where customers in your region post tasks and where you can make offers. Set your location to the town or towns where you work so customers near you can find you. If you work across multiple areas - for example, Bratislava and Trnava - you can list all of them.

Check the marketplace regularly for tasks that match your services. New tasks are posted every day. Respond quickly with a message or quote. Some customers book cleaners through profiles, others through task offers, so make sure you are visible in both places.