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Handshake Local

Handshake Local

Run your service business without the back-and-forth

Let clients book you, manage your schedule, and track payments—all in one place.

What you actually get

Everything clients see—and everything you need behind the scenes

  • Booking & scheduling

    Let clients book available times—no back-and-forth.

  • Client management

    Keep client details, notes, and history in one place.

  • Payments

    Track payments your way—no processor required.

  • Reminders

    Automatically confirm bookings and keep clients on track.

How it works

From profile to paid—in three clear moves

  1. 1

    Create your profile

    Add services, pricing, and the hours you actually want to work.

  2. 2

    Let clients book you

    Clients can book you wherever you share your services.

  3. 3

    Get booked and paid

    Bookings land in your dashboard; you track payment your way.

Who this is for

Built for people who sell their time—and protect their focus

  • Home service providers

    Cleaning, lawn care, and home upkeep—let people nearby book you without the back and forth.

  • Personal & wellness services

    From fitness to beauty, make it easy for clients to book and come back again.

  • Pet care & everyday services

    Walks, sitting, and daily help—stay organized and visible to people nearby.

Questions

Straight answers

Is Handshake Local free to use?

Handshake Local is currently free for providers and clients as we grow the network and refine the experience.

Do I need a website?

No. Your Handshake Local profile can be the simple, professional page clients use to learn about you and book. If you already have a site, you can use both.

Can I manage offline payments?

Yes. You can record cash, e-transfer, and other offline payments so your books stay clear without adding a card processor.

Can I control when I'm available?

Yes. You set your hours and availability so clients only see times that work for you.

Can clients find me through Handshake Local?

Clients book through the link you share. If you opt into discovery, we can surface your profile when we roll out search in your area. You can still work with everyone who reaches you directly.

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