Cancellation & Refund Policy
Our policies for cancellations, rescheduling, and refunds
Overview
We understand that plans can change. This Cancellation & Refund Policy explains your options when you need to cancel or reschedule a booking made through Salon Slot.
- Free cancellation up to 2 hours before your appointment
- Full refund if you cancel on time
- Reschedule anytime (subject to availability)
- Refunds processed within 5-7 business days
Cancellation Timeline
The refund amount depends on how far in advance you cancel:
| Time Before Appointment | Refund Amount | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|---|
|
More than 2 hours
Cancel anytime before
|
100% Refund | No fee |
|
1-2 hours
Late cancellation
|
50% Refund | 50% fee |
|
Less than 1 hour
Very late cancellation
|
No Refund | 100% fee |
|
After appointment time
No-show
|
No Refund | 100% fee |
How to Cancel
You can cancel your booking in multiple ways:
3.1 Through Your Account
- Log in to your account
- Go to "My Bookings"
- Find the booking you want to cancel
- Click "Cancel Booking" and confirm
3.2 Through Email
Send an email to support@salonslot.com with your booking number and cancellation reason.
3.3 Through Phone
Call our support team at +880 1700-000000 during business hours (10 AM - 8 PM, Saturday to Thursday).
Rescheduling
Instead of cancelling, you can reschedule your appointment at no extra cost:
- Free rescheduling up to 2 hours before your appointment
- Choose a new date and time from available slots
- Subject to salon availability
- No additional fees for the first reschedule
- Subsequent reschedules may incur a 10% fee
How to Reschedule
- Go to "My Bookings" in your account
- Click "Reschedule" on the booking
- Select a new date and time
- Confirm the changes
Refund Policy
5.1 Refund Eligibility
You are eligible for a full refund if:
- You cancel more than 2 hours before your appointment
- The salon cancels your appointment
- The salon fails to provide the booked service
- You were charged twice due to a system error
5.2 Refund Method
Refunds are issued using the original payment method:
- bKash/Nagad/Rocket: Refunded to the same mobile wallet
- Card Payment: Refunded to the same card
- Bank Transfer: Refunded to the same bank account
5.3 Partial Refunds
You may receive a partial refund if:
- You cancel within 1-2 hours of the appointment (50%)
- You reschedule more than once (minus 10% fee)
- Only part of a multi-service booking is cancelled
5.4 Non-Refundable Cases
Refunds will NOT be issued for:
- Cancellations made less than 1 hour before appointment
- No-shows
- Services already completed
- Customer dissatisfaction without valid grounds
- Personal emergencies (at salon's discretion)
No-Show Policy
A "no-show" is when you fail to arrive for your appointment without prior cancellation.
6.1 Consequences
- No refund for the missed appointment
- First no-show: Warning
- Second no-show: 30-day booking restriction
- Third no-show: Account suspension
6.2 Grace Period
We understand that sometimes you may be running late. Most salons offer a 15-minute grace period. However, after 15 minutes, the salon may:
- Cancel your appointment
- Shorten the service duration
- Charge additional fees
Salon Cancellations
If the salon cancels your confirmed booking, you are entitled to:
- 100% refund of the amount paid
- Priority rebooking at your convenience
- Optional 10% discount on your next booking
- Compensation if the cancellation was within 2 hours of the appointment
Reasons a Salon May Cancel
- Staff unavailability due to emergency
- Technical or utility issues at the salon
- Overbooking or double-booking errors
- Force majeure events (natural disasters, strikes, etc.)
Exceptions & Special Cases
8.1 Medical Emergencies
In case of genuine medical emergencies, please contact us within 24 hours with supporting documentation (medical certificate). We will review and may offer a full refund at our discretion.
8.2 Force Majeure
Events beyond anyone's control (natural disasters, government restrictions, strikes, etc.) are handled case-by-case. We will work with both parties to find a fair solution.
8.3 Package Bookings
Package bookings (multiple services) have special refund rules:
- Cancel entire package: 100% refund (more than 2 hours before)
- Cancel part of package: Refund for cancelled services only
- Cancel after first service: Refund minus completed services value
Refund Processing Time
Once your refund is approved, the money will be credited back as follows:
| Payment Method | Processing Time |
|---|---|
| bKash / Nagad / Rocket | 1-2 business days |
| Debit/Credit Card | 5-7 business days |
| Bank Transfer | 7-10 business days |
| SalonWallet Credits | Instant (within 1 hour) |
Disputes & Complaints
If you are not satisfied with a refund decision or experience any issue:
Step 1: Contact Support
Email support@salonslot.com with your booking number and issue details. We aim to respond within 24 hours.
Step 2: Escalate
If unsatisfied with the initial response, request escalation to a supervisor within 7 days.
Step 3: Final Review
Our management team will conduct a final review and provide a decision within 15 business days. This decision is final.
Have Questions?
If you have any questions about this document, please contact us.