Migrate from GlossGenius
to SchedulingKit
Complete guide to migrating from GlossGenius to SchedulingKit. Transfer your client list, services, and booking workflow.
Migrating from GlossGenius to SchedulingKit takes about 45-90 minutes. This step-by-step guide covers data export, account setup, and going live.
What Transfers from GlossGenius?
Can Be Transferred
- Client contact list (names, emails, phone numbers)
- Service types and durations
- Pricing and deposit settings
- Business hours and availability
- Appointment history (manual reference)
Cannot Be Transferred
- GlossGenius card reader hardware (platform-specific)
- Instagram booking integration settings
- GlossGenius website builder content
- Email/SMS marketing campaign history
- Payment transaction history
Migration Steps
Follow these steps to complete your migration in 45-90 minutes
Export Your GlossGenius Client Data
Open GlossGenius and export your client list. Navigate to your client management section and export contact details. If a direct export isn't available, compile your client names, emails, and phone numbers from the app.
💡 Tips:
- •Screenshot your service menu with prices and durations
- •Note your business hours and availability settings
- •Save any custom intake questions you ask clients
- •Record your deposit and cancellation policy settings
Create Your SchedulingKit Account
Sign up for SchedulingKit (free). During setup, configure your business profile with the same branding you used on GlossGenius.
💡 Tips:
- •Use the same business name and contact information
- •Upload your logo and set brand colors to match
- •Choose a booking page URL similar to your current one
Recreate Your Services
Set up your service types in SchedulingKit to match your GlossGenius offerings. Map each service with its duration, price, and description.
💡 Tips:
- •Match service names exactly so returning clients recognize them
- •Set the same durations and buffer times between appointments
- •Configure pricing and deposit requirements to match
- •Add intake forms for any pre-appointment questions
Connect Payment Processing
Set up Stripe in SchedulingKit for online payment collection. If you relied on GlossGenius's card reader for in-person payments, consider Stripe's tap-to-pay on your smartphone or a compatible card reader.
💡 Tips:
- •Connect your Stripe account for seamless payment processing
- •Configure deposit amounts and cancellation fees to match GlossGenius
- •Test a payment with a small amount to verify everything works
Set Up Client Communication
Configure automated reminders and follow-ups in SchedulingKit. Set up email and SMS notifications to match the client experience from GlossGenius.
💡 Tips:
- •Set reminder timing to match what your clients expect
- •Customize confirmation and reminder message templates
- •Enable the AI chatbot if you want automated website booking
Update Your Booking Links
Replace your GlossGenius booking links across Instagram, social media, Google Business Profile, and anywhere else you share them.
💡 Tips:
- •Update your Instagram bio link to your new SchedulingKit booking page
- •Update Google Business Profile booking URL
- •Send a message to your regular clients with the new booking link
- •Keep GlossGenius active for 2-3 weeks to catch any straggler bookings
Feature Comparison
How GlossGenius features map to SchedulingKit
| Feature | GlossGenius | SchedulingKit |
|---|---|---|
| Online Booking | GlossGenius booking page + app | Booking pages with AI chatbot option |
| In-Person Payments | Built-in card reader | Stripe tap-to-pay or compatible readerDifferent hardware approach |
| Instagram Booking | Native integration | Link in bio + AI chatbot on website |
| Client Management | Built-in client profiles | AI CRM with automated insights |
| Email/SMS Marketing | Built-in campaigns | Automated follow-ups and reminders |
| Website Builder | Included | Embeddable booking widget for any siteUse an external website builder |
| AI Chatbot | Not available | Included in Pro plan |
| AI Voice Agent | Not available | Included in Pro planHandles phone bookings 24/7 |
What to Expect
What You'll Gain
- Free plan available — save $24-48/month immediately
- AI chatbot books clients from your website while you're with another client
- AI voice agent handles phone bookings 24/7
- Better team scheduling for growing salons with multiple staff
- Works for any business type if you expand beyond beauty services
- White-label branding options to build your own brand identity
Things to Consider
- GlossGenius's polished native mobile app (use SchedulingKit's mobile web app)
- Built-in card reader hardware (use Stripe tap-to-pay or compatible reader)
- Native Instagram booking integration (use booking link in bio instead)
- GlossGenius's built-in website builder (use a separate website tool)
Migration Questions
Why switch from GlossGenius?
GlossGenius is excellent for solo beauty pros, but it lacks AI booking features, has limited team scheduling, and starts at $24/month with no free plan. SchedulingKit offers a free tier, AI chatbot and voice agent, and better tools for growing teams.
What about the GlossGenius card reader?
GlossGenius's card reader only works with their platform. With SchedulingKit, you can use Stripe's tap-to-pay feature on modern smartphones or connect a compatible card reader. The payment processing experience is different but functional.
How does the cost compare?
GlossGenius Gold is $24/month, Platinum is $48/month. SchedulingKit starts free, with Standard at $12/seat/month ($10 annual) and Pro at $20/seat/month ($16 annual). Even on a paid plan, you save $4-28/month and gain AI features.
Will my clients notice the switch?
The booking experience will look different but remain intuitive. Send your regulars a quick text or email with your new booking link. Most clients adapt quickly — they just want to book an appointment easily.
Further Reading
- G2: Scheduling Software Reviews — Compare scheduling platforms before switching.
- Capterra: Scheduling Software — Independent reviews and comparisons.
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