How to build a massage therapy profile on Websta in Thailand

What your Websta profile should contain

A Websta profile for a massage therapist in Thailand works as your own website. Clients see your profile on Websta's marketplace when they search for massage services in their area. Your profile should include your registered business name or your name as a sole trader, the town or city where you work, and a brief description of what you offer.

Upload clear photos: at least one of your massage space or treatment room, and one photo of yourself if you are comfortable doing so. Photos help clients decide whether to contact you. Include images that show the setting where you work - a clean, calm space builds confidence.

List your services in a clear way. Common massage services in Thailand include traditional Thai massage, Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, sports massage, and relaxation massage. You set the service names, descriptions, and prices yourself. For each service, specify the duration - for example, one hour, 90 minutes, or two hours - because clients search by how long they want to book.

Add a contact form so clients can ask questions or request quotes. You can also set up online booking if you want clients to reserve time slots directly. Both options work on Websta.

• Registered business name or sole trader name
• Town or city where you work
• Photos of your space and yourself
• Service list with names, descriptions, and durations
• Prices you set
• Contact form and online booking option

Languages to publish in

Publish your profile in Thai if most of your clients are Thai residents or local visitors. Publish in English if you want to reach international tourists and expats living in Thailand. Many massage therapists in Thailand use both languages to reach a wider audience. Choose the languages that match your target clients - there is no requirement to use any specific language.

How people find massage services in Thailand on Websta

Websta has a marketplace where people search by service type and location. Someone looking for a massage therapist in Thailand enters the service category - massage - and their town or the area where they want to be treated. The search returns profiles of therapists working in that location.

Clients can also post a task describing what they need - for example, 'traditional Thai massage at home in Bangkok' or 'deep tissue massage in Chiang Mai' - and massage therapists nearby can see the task and make offers. This gives potential clients another way to find you if they do not find your profile through direct search.

What to check with local authorities

Thailand does not have a single national licensing body for massage therapists. Requirements and regulations vary by province and municipality. Before you set up your business, check with your local municipal office or provincial health office about what permits or registrations you need. Some areas require a business license, some require health certificates, and some have specific rules about where massage can be offered - for example, whether home-based practice is allowed.

If you work as a sole trader and your annual income exceeds a certain threshold, you may need to register for tax purposes. Check with the Revenue Department in your province about income reporting requirements and any tax obligations.

If you work in a rented space, make sure your lease or rental agreement allows you to run a massage business there. Some residential buildings or commercial spaces have restrictions on what type of business can operate.

What to write in your first hour

Start with your basic information. Write your name or business name, your location - the town or city - and a short description of what you do. You do not need lengthy text. For example: 'Traditional Thai massage and relaxation massage in Chiang Mai' is enough to begin.

List two or three main services you offer with their duration and price. You can add more services later. Think about what clients in your area usually ask for and what you are qualified to offer.

Write a simple note about your experience if you have relevant qualifications - for example, 'trained in Thai massage at [school name]' or 'five years of massage therapy experience'. Keep it factual.

Take one clear photo of your workspace if you have one, or arrange a simple background photo. This does not need to be professional. A clean, recognizable space is what matters.

Create your contact details and decide whether to enable online booking or only accept booking requests. You can change this later.

Payments and getting paid

When clients pay through Websta, payments are processed by Stripe and go to your own Thai bank account. You control your prices and can update them anytime. Check that your bank account is set up to receive international transfers if needed, and confirm any fees your bank charges for receiving payments.

Managing your profile across Thailand

If you travel between cities or work in multiple locations in Thailand, update your profile to show where you are currently available. You can change your location and service availability whenever you move. Some therapists list multiple towns if they work in different areas on different days - check Websta's guidance on how to do this.

Respond to booking requests and messages promptly. Clients trust therapists who reply quickly and answer questions clearly. Your response time affects how often people contact you.