Paying online at booking
Deposits and full payment at checkout.
Quick answer: If the business requires payment online, you pay by card during checkout — either a deposit or the full amount. Pay-at-venue services skip card payment at booking.
Overview
Each service sets its own payment rules. Some ask for a deposit to secure your slot, others charge the full price upfront, and some let you pay when you arrive.
| Type | What you pay now |
|---|---|
| Pay at venue | Nothing online |
| Deposit | Part of the price by card |
| Full payment | Entire price by card |
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Step-by-step
Complete booking details
Choose service, time, and enter your contact information.
Review payment amount
The checkout step shows deposit or full amount before you pay.
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The amount due today is shown clearly. Pay by card
Enter card details in the secure Stripe form and confirm.
After payment
You receive a confirmation email with booking details and a receipt link. If you paid a deposit, the business may collect the balance later.
Paying a balanceRead →Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Card details are handled by Stripe. Sway does not store your full card number.
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