How to set up a hairdresser profile on Websta in France

What goes on your Websta profile page

Your Websta profile is your business page. It should include the core information that clients need to find you and understand what you offer. Unlike social media, a profile page is permanent and searchable by location and service type.

Start with a clear profile photo and a brief description of who you are and what you do. Mention whether you work from a salon, at clients' homes, or both. If you take appointments, your profile will show your location so clients searching on Websta's marketplace can find you by postcode or town.

List your services in specific terms that clients use when searching. Common hairdressing services include cuts, colouring, perms, treatments, and styling for events. Each service can have its own description and any notes about what's included - for example, whether a cut comes with a wash and blow-dry, or if colour includes a consultation. You set the prices for each service.

Add photos that show your work: finished cuts, colour results, or your workspace if you have one. Photos help potential clients understand your style and the environment they'll work in. If you offer mobile services, a photo of you and your setup matters more than salon aesthetics.

• Profile photo and a description of your experience
• Your location (salon address or service area for mobile work)
• List of services with descriptions
• Prices you set
• Photos of your work or workspace
• Contact information
• Online booking or quote request form

Booking and contact options

Websta profiles include a contact form and online booking. Decide which works for you. If your schedule is regular and you know how long each service takes, online booking lets clients book appointment slots directly without back-and-forth messages. If your work varies - some appointments are longer, or you prefer to discuss the client's needs first - a quote request form works better. Clients fill in what they want, and you reply with availability and a price.

Most hairdressers use booking because clients expect to see available times and book immediately. You control your working hours and how many appointments fit each day. If you work mobile, you might use quotes more, since travel time affects your schedule.

How people in France search for hairdressers

On Websta, people search for hairdressers by location and service. The marketplace shows providers near the searcher's postcode or town. When someone types 'hairdresser' and their location, they see all hairdressers in that area. If they search for a specific service like 'hair colouring', they see only profiles that list that service.

Make sure your location and service list are correct and complete. If you work in Paris but also travel to nearby towns, include that information. If you offer services that similar providers don't - for example, specialist colouring for curly hair or bridal styling - mention it clearly in your service descriptions so searchers find you.

Websta's marketplace for hairdressers is at websta.ai/marketplace/hair. People search there by postcode, town, or service type. French speakers will search in French, so your profile text should be in French.

Languages for your profile

Write your profile in French. That is the language your clients in France will use to search and read. If you speak English or another language and want to attract English-speaking clients - tourists or expats - you can add a second language section, but French must be your primary text. Websta supports multiple languages on one profile.

What you need to know about working independently in France

If you are self-employed (independent), you need a business registration. In France, this is usually a microenterprise (micro-entreprise) registration through URSSAF or another business registry. The rules differ slightly depending on whether you work alone, rent chair space in a salon, or have employees. Check with your local Chamber of Trades and Crafts (Chambre de Métiers et de l'Artisanat) or a business adviser for your area, as requirements can vary.

You are responsible for business taxes and social contributions. Websta does not handle tax or legal matters - you keep your own pricing and manage your client payments. When clients pay through Websta, the money goes to your own bank account via Stripe, which you set up. You must declare this income to the tax authority.

If you work from home or a rented space, check your lease or local regulations - some areas have rules about running a business from residential property. Health and safety rules for hairdressing include proper ventilation, waste disposal, and safe storage of chemicals. Again, your local authority can clarify what applies to your setup.

Professional liability insurance is worth checking into, especially if you work on clients' hair with chemicals or at their homes. Your Chamber of Trades may have information about this.

What to write and set up in the first hour

Start with the basics: your name or salon name, your town, and a short description of what you do. Write two or three sentences about your experience and style. This does not need to be perfect - you can edit it later.

List the main services you offer - for example, cut, colour, perm, treatments, styling. Keep each service name simple and clear. You do not need detailed pricing yet; focus on getting the services listed so you are searchable.

Add one or two photos if you have them on your phone - a photo of your work or your workspace is enough to start. A profile with photos gets more attention than one without.

Set your location. If you work from a salon, add the address or postcode. If you work mobile, add the towns or areas you serve.

Activate online booking or a contact form so clients can reach you. You can adjust your availability and hours as you go.

After you launch

Once your profile is live, you can add more details, refine your service descriptions, upload better photos, and adjust prices based on what feels right for your market. Websta keeps your profile page active so clients can find you on the marketplace. Respond to booking requests and client messages quickly - this builds trust and encourages more bookings.