Bookingbird supports a variety of payment methods to ensure a smooth booking experience for both businesses and customers. Whether you prefer online transactions, direct debit, or cash payments, Bookingbird offers flexible solutions to fit your needs.
Available Payment Methods in Bookingbird
Stripe (Credit & Debit Cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay)
Stripe is Bookingbird’s primary online payment processor, enabling businesses to accept:
Credit & Debit Cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, etc.)
Apple Pay & Google Pay for fast and secure mobile transactions
Secure Payments with Stripe’s built-in fraud protection and compliance
Automated Payouts to your business account
How to Enable Stripe Payments
Log in to your Bookingbird dashboard
Go to Settings > Payments
Click Connect with Stripe and follow the setup instructions
Once connected, customers can pay online instantly

Cash Payments (Manual Transactions)
For businesses that accept in-person payments, Bookingbird allows you to enable cash payments as an option.
Ideal for walk-in bookings or businesses without online payment requirements
Manually confirm bookings once cash payment is received
Track unpaid and completed cash transactions in your dashboard
How to Enable Cash Payments
Go to Settings > Payments
Enable the “Allow Cash Payments” option
Customers will see “Pay with Cash” at checkout
After receiving payment, manually mark the booking as paid
Comparing Payment Methods
Payment Method | Speed | Fees | Best For |
Stripe (Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay) | Instant | bookingbird processing fees | Online businesses, fast transactions |
Cash Payments | Manual | No fees | Walk-in customers, offline transactions |
Best Practices for Payment Management
Encourage online payments for faster transactions and automatic confirmations.
Manually track cash payments to ensure all transactions are recorded properly.
Enable multiple payment methods to provide flexibility for your customers.
Need Help?
If you need assistance with setting up payments, our support team is available to help!