Flexible plans. Honest pricing. No hidden fees.

Pick the plan that fits your salon today and grow into the rest whenever you're ready. No contracts, no support add-on — just one simple price.

Fully T-Max compatible No contracts to start Live human support included
Essential Salon

Everything you need to run the front desk — POS, EFT billing, staff tools and full reporting in one place.

$129/mo
Billed monthly
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Core platform
  • ✓ POS, integrated payments & EFT recurring billing
  • ✓ Built-in text messaging & marketing
  • ✓ Deal Blaster — custom deals by text
  • ✓ Unlimited staff & customer management
  • ✓ TMAX bed control & lamp-hour tracking
  • ✓ Robust reporting, gift cards & inventory
  • ✓ Integrated credit-card terminal (Apple Pay)
  • ✓ European live support included
  • ✓ All European currencies supported
  • Full feature list with details below ↓
Ultimate Salon

Add your online store, booking and customer portal to sell packages and serve clients around the clock.

$179/mo
Billed monthly
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Everything in Essential, plus
  • ✓ Branded online shop (24/7 sales)
  • ✓ Online appointment booking
  • ✓ Customer portal & account ChatBot
  • ✓ Email agreements

Live support, included on every plan

Mon – Fri
8 AM – 9 PM · US & Europe
Weekends
9 AM – 1 PM
Always
Real people, no per-month fee
Built for tanning — not adapted for it

Why a general booking app can't run a tanning salon

General-purpose booking platforms can schedule appointments and take payments. But a tanning salon runs on equipment control and compliance those tools were never built to handle. Here's the gap a lower sticker price quietly hides.

Tanning-critical capability
Tan-LinkBuilt for tanning
General booking appsNon-tanning platforms
Direct T-Max bed & timer controlStart, stop and set session times on every bed straight from the software.
✓Built in
✕Not supported — a bed is just a calendar slot
Automatic lamp-hour trackingBulb hours logged per bed so you replace lamps on time and stay compliant.
✓Automatic
✕No equipment data — track it on a spreadsheet
Digital Fitzpatrick ScaleStructured skin-type assessment that guides safe, compliant session limits.
✓On every profile
!Free-text note at best — no skin-type logic
Real-time equipment status & maintenance logsLive bed-availability board plus service history and upkeep reminders.
✓Live
✕No view into your equipment
Freedom to choose your hardwareTan-Link recommends hardware but doesn't sell or lock you to it — run any compatible equipment you choose.
✓Open hardware
✕Often require proprietary hardware tied to the platform
24-hour unattended tanningRun beds after hours with kiosk check-in and secure card access.
✓Pro plan
✕Can't run a bed, so can't go unattended
Painless EFT & billing migrationSupports many payment gateways, so your existing recurring billing moves over without extracting card tokens from your old processor.
✓Gateway-flexible
!Migrating EFTs requires token extraction from your old processor
One system for software, beds, payments & supportPurpose-built for tanning — nothing bolted on or stitched together.
✓All-in-one
!Booking app + separate timer software + manual logs

The number price-shoppers miss

A general booking app may show a lower monthly price — until you realize it can't control a bed, track a bulb, or keep you compliant. You'll still be buying separate timer software, keeping maintenance logs by hand, and managing skin-type compliance on paper. Tan-Link replaces all of it with one platform built only for tanning.

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Compare every feature

Each plan includes everything in the plan before it. Hover the i on any feature for details.

Feature
Essential
$129/mo
Ultimate
$179/mo
Pro Salon
$179/mo annually · $199 monthly
Front desk & payments
POS (Point of Sale)iProcess sales quickly and efficiently with our built-in POS system. Manage transactions, apply discounts, track inventory, and accept contactless payments — all in one easy-to-use interface.✓✓✓
Integrated payment processingiStreamline checkout with fully integrated payment processing. Accept cards, contactless, and mobile payments directly through the software for faster transactions and simplified reporting.✓✓✓
EFT recurring billingiSimplify membership management with automated EFT billing. Set up recurring payments, track member activity, and ensure steady, predictable revenue — all within the software.✓✓✓
Credit card updateriReduce payment declines with automatic credit card updates. When a customer's card expires or changes, the system securely updates the information to keep recurring payments running smoothly.✓✓✓
Accept tipsiEasily enable tipping at checkout to boost staff earnings. Customize tip options and let customers add gratuity with card, contactless, or mobile payments.✓✓✓
Gift cardsiIncrease revenue and repeat visits with in-store gift cards. Sell, redeem, and manage balances seamlessly through the software — no third-party tools needed.✓✓✓
Integrated credit-card terminal (Apple Pay)iIntegrated credit card terminal support for fast, secure in-store payments. Chip, tap, and swipe transactions sync directly with customer accounts for a smooth checkout. Using this option requires a payment launch. Includes the advantages of Apple Pay.✓✓✓
Digital Account ID & Gift CardsiLet customers save their account ID and gift cards straight to Apple Wallet and Google Wallet. Clients keep a digital card right on their phone for fast check-in and easy gift-card redemption — no plastic to carry or lose.––✓
Clients & memberships
Unlimited customer managementiManage an unlimited number of customer profiles with detailed visit history, billing information, and preferences — all organized for personalized service and efficient operations.✓✓✓
Easy customer signupiSeamlessly sign up customers in person or online. Capture essential info, agreements, and payment details quickly for a smooth onboarding experience.✓✓✓
Digital waivers & agreementsiCollect and store customer waivers and agreements digitally. Easily have customers sign in person, with secure access to documents directly within the software.✓✓✓
Customer portaliGive your clients control with a secure customer portal. They can view visit history, update billing info, manage memberships, and buy packages — anytime, from any device.–✓✓
Account ChatBotiGive your members 24/7 access to manage their accounts with an integrated ChatBot. Depending on your settings, clients can freeze memberships, cancel, or start the cancellation process — all without staff involvement.–✓✓
Email agreementsiSend digital waivers, contracts, and membership agreements directly to customers via email. Clients can review and sign from any device, streamlining onboarding and reducing in-person paperwork.–✓✓
Custom PDF agreementsiUpload your own signable PDFs and have customers sign them right in the software. Add your salon's logo and branding for a polished, professional look — perfect for custom contracts, waivers, and membership agreements that are unmistakably yours.––✓
Equipment & inventory
Tanning beds & equipment (TMAX integration)iSeamlessly connect and control tanning beds with TMAX integration. Manage equipment usage, track session data, and ensure a smooth experience for both staff and customers.✓✓✓
Track lamp hoursiMonitor tanning bed performance with automatic bulb hour tracking. Stay ahead of maintenance needs and ensure optimal tanning results for your customers.✓✓✓
Bed maintenance logsiKeep detailed records of tanning bed maintenance with built-in logs. Track service history, set reminders, and ensure equipment stays in top condition.✓✓✓
Inventory managementiKeep your products organized and stocked with built-in inventory tracking. Monitor levels, track usage, and manage products across all locations in real time.✓✓✓
Multi-location capabilitiesiManage all your tanning salon locations under one account. Easily switch between sites, track performance, and streamline operations across your entire business.✓✓✓
Backup software accessiEnsure uninterrupted operations with backup access to your sub-location. Provides secure, limited-functionality access to key features if your main site is down.✓✓✓
Digital Fitzpatrick ScaleiAssess each client's skin type on the Fitzpatrick scale to guide safer, compliant session recommendations and store it on their profile.Draft copy — original description was mismatched on the live site. Please review.✓✓✓
Staff & operations
Unlimited staff managementiAdd and manage unlimited staff members with customized roles and permissions. Track performance, set access levels, and streamline team operations — all in one software.✓✓✓
Staff schedulingiEasily create, manage, and adjust staff schedules. Assign shifts, track hours, and keep your team organized — all within the software.✓✓✓
Staff commissioniAutomatically track and calculate staff commissions based on sales and services. Streamline payroll with built-in commission management.✓✓✓
Clock in / clock outiSimplify time tracking with built-in clock in/out functionality. Monitor staff hours, manage attendance, and generate accurate reports for payroll.✓✓✓
Goals & targetsiMotivate your team with customizable performance goals and targets. Track progress, reward achievements, and monitor results through built-in staff performance features.✓✓✓
Automated checklistsiStreamline daily operations with automated checklists. Assign tasks, track completion, and ensure consistency across shifts — all managed directly through the software.✓✓✓
Staff communication — Chat2TextiImprove internal communication with Chat2Text. Send real-time messages to staff via text directly from the software, keeping your team connected and informed.✓✓✓
Call centeriCentralize customer support with our built-in Call Center feature. Manage incoming calls, assist multiple locations, and provide consistent service — all from one unified system.✓✓✓
Integrations (Mailchimp, When I Work, Basecamp)iEnhance your workflow with powerful integrations. Connect with Mailchimp for email marketing, When I Work for advanced scheduling, and Basecamp for streamlined project management.✓✓✓
Marketing & messaging
Built-in text messagingiCommunicate with customers directly through the software using built-in SMS. Send promotions, reminders, and allow customers to text back.✓✓✓
Deal BlasteriSend custom, targeted deals straight to your customers through the built-in text platform. Build a promotion, pick your audience, and blast it out in seconds to fill beds and drive traffic whenever you need it.✓✓✓
Marketing tools & MailchimpiDrive customer engagement with built-in marketing tools. Send targeted marketing texts through the software and integrate with Mailchimp to manage and automate email campaigns.✓✓✓
500 texts included monthlyiIncludes 500 text messages each month at no additional cost — perfect for promotions, reminders, and past-due collections.––✓
Smart Link ShorteneriAutomatically converts your links into branded short links using your Tan-Link sitename, reducing SMS costs and improving deliverability, with no extra steps required.––✓
Text2EmailiReceive and respond to customer text messages directly from your team's email inbox. No extra apps, no logins — just faster messaging that improves response time, coordination, and client satisfaction.––✓
Reporting
Detailed reporting & insightsiMake informed decisions with real-time reports on sales, customer activity, staff performance, and more — all accessible from one centralized dashboard.✓✓✓
Automatic nightly reportsiStay informed with nightly report emails delivered automatically. Plus, any report within the software can be instantly emailed for easy sharing and record-keeping.✓✓✓
Robust & customized reportingiAccess powerful, customizable reports tailored to your business needs. Filter data, track key metrics, and export or email reports directly from the software.✓✓✓
Leadership scorecardiTrack key performance indicators across your business with the Leadership Scorecard. Monitor sales, staff productivity, and operational goals to drive growth and accountability.✓✓✓
Sell & serve online
Branded online shopiSell tanning packages, memberships, gift cards, and products 24/7 through your own branded online store. Fully integrated with your software — it handles payments and customer info automatically, growing revenue even outside business hours.–✓✓
Online appointment bookingiLet clients book tanning sessions anytime with easy online scheduling. Syncs with staff availability and bed usage in real time — reducing front-desk calls and no-shows while giving customers the convenience they expect.–✓✓
Custom online shopiA fully branded, customized version of your online store — tailored layout, products, and checkout styled to match your salon for a seamless customer experience and stronger online sales.Draft copy — original description was mismatched on the live site. Please review.––✓
Self-service & 24/7
24-hour unattended accessiOperate around the clock without staff present. Customers can check in, select services, and access tanning beds through kiosks using secure authentication — boosting revenue outside normal business hours.––✓
TL AssistiControl the entire customer experience from any desktop or tablet. Display pricing, packages, your online store, self-assist / 24-hour mode, salon tours, and tutorials, and let customers purchase services and products directly from in-salon kiosks.––✓
Assist RemotelyiStaff can remotely access the kiosk screen when a customer taps the help button, enabling real-time support, guidance, or troubleshooting — a seamless assisted experience, even without being on-site.––✓
Equipment Status & Marketing KioskiLobby display showing real-time bed availability and estimated wait times for each unit — so customers know exactly what's open. The same screen doubles as a marketing kiosk to display promotions, pricing, packages, or any custom content you want customers to see while they wait.––✓
Support
Live support — Mon–Fri 8–9 (US & EU) + Weekends 9–1iTalk to a real person. Live support is available 8 AM–9 PM across US and European time zones Monday through Friday, plus 9 AM–1 PM on weekends — included on every plan at no extra cost.✓✓✓

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Book a free, no-pressure demo and we'll show you exactly how Tan-Link fits the way you already work — beds, billing, staff and all.

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