Retail & Point of Sale

Build a Salon POS App with Glide

Salon POS software is built for the average salon — and your salon probably isn't average. GlideApps Agency builds custom salon POS apps that handle your specific service menu, stylist commission structures, retail product sales, and client history exactly the way you need them handled. We've built salon technology solutions for independent salons, multi-location chains, and high-end boutique salons with complex operational needs.

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GlideApps Agency builds production-ready Salon POS apps for enterprises and growth-stage companies — 350+ Glide apps delivered since 2019, with deep expertise in retail & point of sale. Projects start at $15,000 with typical delivery in 4–8 weeks.

350+

Glide Apps Delivered

4 wks

Avg. Delivery Time

90%

Client Retention

$40M+

Saved in Dev Costs

What does building a Salon POS app include?

Every engagement includes discovery, data architecture, UI/UX design, development, QA, and post-launch support — not just a build-and-handoff.

Discovery & Architecture

Requirements mapping, data modeling, integration planning, and platform-fit assessment before a single screen is built.

UI/UX Design

Wireframes and interactive prototypes designed for your users — not generic templates. Optimized for mobile and desktop.

Development & QA

Built by certified Glide experts with enterprise experience. Rigorous testing across devices, roles, and data volumes.

Launch & Support

User training, documentation, and ongoing maintenance. We don't disappear after deployment.

Key features of your Salon POS app

Service Menu & Pricing Management

Manage your complete service menu with stylist-specific pricing, service duration tracking, add-on services, and promotional pricing — with the flexibility to accommodate your salon's specific service structure.

Stylist Commission & Tip Tracking

Track service revenue by stylist, calculate commissions based on your formula, and record tips by payment method — giving payroll exactly what it needs without manual spreadsheet calculations.

Client History & Preferences

Maintain client profiles with service history, color formulas, product preferences, and stylist notes — enabling every stylist to deliver personalized service even with new or returning clients.

Retail Product Sales Integration

Ring up retail product sales alongside services in a single transaction — tracking retail sales by stylist for commission purposes and maintaining retail inventory counts updated by every sale.

Who uses a Salon POS app?

+A 12-stylist salon group replaced their legacy salon software with a custom Glide POS — stylist commissions are calculated automatically at checkout, retail sales are tracked by stylist, and the owner reviews performance by stylist from her phone.

+A color-focused salon uses the app to maintain detailed color formulas in client profiles — colorists access the formula from any device before a client appointment, ensuring consistent results at every visit.

+A booth-rental salon uses the app to manage point-of-sale for both booth renters and house staff — retail sales are tracked separately by stylist, and clients can be served by any stylist with full service history visible.

How much does a Salon POS app cost?

Projects start at $15,000 for internal business apps. Most clients invest $40,000–$80,000 annually across development, iteration, and support.

Project Type	Timeline	Starting At
Internal Business App	4–6 weeks	$15,000
Client-Facing Portal	4–6 weeks	$20,000
Enterprise Platform	6–8 weeks	$40,000
Multi-App Architecture	8–12 weeks	$50,000+

The Glide Sprint Process

How we build your Salon POS app

Discovery

Requirements, data modeling, and platform-fit assessment. We define scope before writing a line of logic.

Architecture

Data structure, security model, integration map, and user roles. The blueprint that prevents rework.

Build

Iterative development with weekly demos. You see progress, not just status updates.

QA & Launch

Cross-device testing, user acceptance, and production deployment with rollback safety.

Support

Ongoing maintenance, feature iterations, and scaling support. We don't disappear after launch.

Frequently asked questions about Salon POS apps

How does the app handle different commission rates for different services or stylists?+

We build your exact commission structure into the app — whether that's flat percentages by service category, tiered rates by revenue level, graduated rates for senior stylists, or any other formula your business uses. Commissions calculate automatically for every transaction.

Can we track gift card sales and redemptions in the salon POS?+

Yes. Gift card issuance and redemption are managed in the app — tracking outstanding gift card balances, redemption history, and expiration policies. Gift card liability is included in your financial reporting.

Does the app integrate with our online booking system?+

Glide apps integrate with booking systems via API or Google Sheets. If your booking system exports appointment data, we can connect it so completed appointments flow into the POS for checkout — reducing double entry and checkout errors.

How do we handle packages and pre-paid service bundles?+

We build package management into the salon POS — tracking sold packages, remaining services, usage history, and expiration. When a client redeems a package service, the session is recorded and the package balance updates automatically.

Can we run the salon POS on an iPad at each stylist station?+

Yes. Glide apps are optimized for tablet use. Each stylist station can have its own device with the stylist logged in — transactions are attributed to the correct stylist automatically, and the front desk has a consolidated view of all activity.