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Cancellation Policy Template

Clear, fair cancellation policy that protects your business while respecting clients.

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[BUSINESS NAME] CANCELLATION POLICY

We value your time and ours. To ensure the best experience for all clients, 
please review our cancellation policy:

CANCELLATION NOTICE:
• Please provide at least [24/48] hours notice for cancellations or reschedules
• You can cancel online at any time: [booking link]
• Or call us at: [phone]

LATE CANCELLATION (within [X] hours):
• [50%] of the service fee will be charged
• This helps us recover lost revenue from unfilled slots

NO-SHOWS:
• Missing your appointment without notice will result in a [100%] charge
• No-shows may be required to prepay for future appointments

EXCEPTIONS:
We understand emergencies happen. Please contact us directly at [phone] 
for: illness, family emergencies, or weather-related issues.

LATE ARRIVALS:
• Arriving [15+] minutes late may result in a shortened service
• Full payment is still required
• If we cannot accommodate your appointment, it will be treated as a no-show

OUR COMMITMENT:
• We will never penalize cancellations made with proper notice
• We'll always try to accommodate rescheduling requests
• Your deposits are always applied to future appointments

Questions about this policy? Contact us at [email] or [phone].

Thank you for understanding!
[Business Name]

How to Use This Template

1

Copy the Template

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2

Replace Variables

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3

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Variables to Replace

{{business_name}}{{notice_period}}{{phone}}{{email}}{{booking_link}}

💡 Pro Tips

Be clear but not harsh in tone

Include exceptions for emergencies

Display prominently on booking page

Have clients acknowledge at booking

Perfect For

Setting client expectationsReducing no-showsProtecting revenueWebsite/booking page

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I implement this policy template?

Copy the template, customize it with your specific policies and business information, then make it available to clients before they book. You can link to it from your booking page, include it in confirmation emails, or require acknowledgment during booking.

Is this template legally binding?

This template is a starting point and not legal advice. For binding policies, especially around cancellations and refunds, we recommend having an attorney review your final version to ensure it complies with local laws and adequately protects your business.

How do I get clients to agree to policies?

Best practices include: displaying policies prominently during booking, requiring checkbox acknowledgment, sending policy links in confirmation emails, and having clear signage at your location. SchedulingKit can automate policy acknowledgment during the booking flow.

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