Whether you hire out marquees, inflatables, catering equipment, or organise full events, your business depends on customers committing with a deposit. The problem? Too many bookings fall through because payments aren’t secured — and chasing balances after the fact is time wasted.

SOTpay gives event planners and hire companies a PCI DSS compliant, multichannel platform to collect deposits and balances securely. Whether you’re trading through a website, social media, or direct messages, you can send payment links instantly via phone, SMS, email, WhatsApp, or Facebook Messenger. Customers pay easily, you stay compliant, and your bookings are secured.

Why Event Hire Companies Choose SOTpay

Secure Deposits Upfront
 Take deposits the moment a booking is agreed. No more last-minute cancellations leaving you out of pocket.

Pay Through Any Channel
 Customers don’t need to visit a website. Send a branded payment link via SMS, WhatsApp, Facebook, email, or phone — however they found you.

Reduce Failed Bookings
 Deposits and secure payment requests cut down on abandoned enquiries, improving cash flow and reducing no-shows.

Balance Payments Made Easy
 Collect final balances in advance or on the day via the same secure system, giving you confidence before you set up.

Lower Transaction Fees
 With Open Banking and alternative rails, SOTpay reduces the cost of processing payments compared to traditional merchant accounts.

Recurring & Instalment Options
 Allow customers to pay in staged instalments for bigger hires or full event packages, reducing friction and improving conversion.

No PCI Hassle
 Customers enter their own details securely. You stay compliant without handling sensitive card data.

Real-World Relevance

Many hire businesses operate without a full website, instead running via Facebook pages, WhatsApp groups, or local advertising. SOTpay fits perfectly into that model:

A bouncy castle hirer can confirm a booking in Messenger and send a deposit request instantly via SOTpay.

A marquee company can take staged payments across months in the lead-up to a wedding.

A DJ or catering company can collect a balance on the day securely through a mobile link.

By securing payments as soon as agreements are made, SOTpay reduces cancellations, improves customer trust, and keeps businesses protected.

How It Works

You confirm the booking with a client.

A secure SOTpay link is sent by SMS, WhatsApp, email, Facebook, or phone.

The client pays their deposit or balance securely — no need for a website or card machine.

Payment clears instantly and shows in your dashboard; recurring or staged payments can be scheduled automatically.

FAQs

Do I need a website to take payments?
 No. SOTpay works through links sent via SMS, email, WhatsApp, Facebook and more. Perfect for hire companies operating mainly on social media.

Can I take deposits to secure bookings?
 Yes. Deposits can be collected instantly via secure links, reducing the risk of cancellations or no-shows.

Does it support staged or instalment payments?
 Yes. SOTpay allows staged instalments for larger hires, such as marquee weddings or multi-day events.

Are card details secure?
 Yes. Customers enter details themselves in a hosted environment, keeping you PCI DSS compliant and protected from fraud.

Can I reduce my transaction costs?
 Yes. Open Banking and alternative payment options reduce card fees and protect your margins.

Secure Your Event Payments Today

Don’t let cancellations, late payments, or no-shows cut into your business. SOTpay helps event planners and hire companies collect deposits and balances securely through any channel, reducing risk and protecting your income.