This article explains how payouts work, how to set up your bank account, how to request a cash out, and the difference between using Bookme’s default payment processing and connecting your own Stripe account.
Payment Processing Options
Service providers currently have two ways to process payments.
Option 1: Bookme Default Payment Processing (Temporary)
Payments are processed through Bookme’s Stripe account
No setup required to start accepting payments
Funds accumulate in your Available to Cash Out balance
Note: This option is being phased out and will no longer be available in the near future.
Option 2: Connect Your Own Stripe Account (Recommended)
This is the future and preferred payment method.
Payments are processed directly through your own Stripe merchant account
Stripe pays you out directly, based on your Stripe payout settings
Stripe supports:
Daily payouts
Weekly payouts
Payouts based on balance thresholds
and more
How to Connect Your Stripe Account
Log in to your account
Click Settings in the left-hand menu
Select Payment Integrations
Under the Stripe section, click Connect
Follow the Stripe onboarding flow
Once connected:
All payments go directly to your Stripe account
Stripe handles payouts automatically
Cashing Out with Bookme Default Payments
If you’ve processed payments using Bookme’s default processing, you’ll need to request a cash out.
Step-by-Step: Setting Up Your Bank Account
From the dashboard, locate Available to Cash Out
Click Cash Out
You’ll be taken to Settings → Manage Payouts
Click Add Payout Method
Enter your US bank account information for ACH payouts
Click Connect Bank Account
You’re now ready to receive payouts.
Requesting a Cash Out
Minimum cash out amount: $20
Once your balance reaches $20:
Go to the dashboard
Click Cash Out in the Available to Cash Out section
Submit your request
Payout Processing Timeline
Payouts are reviewed Monday–Friday, 9 AM–6 PM
Most payouts are processed:
Same day or within 24 hours
ACH timing:
Same-day ACH (if supported by your bank)
Next-day ACH
Worst case: 3–5 business days
Tracking Your Payouts
You can view payout history at any time:
Go to Settings → Manage Payouts
Or click Cash Out from the dashboard
Each payout shows a status:
Pending – Request submitted
Processing – Being sent to your bank
Completed – Funds delivered
Rejected – Bank issue (you’ll be notified to update info)
Summary
Bookme default payments are temporary
Connecting Stripe is the long-term solution
Stripe handles payouts directly to you
Cash outs require a $20 minimum
Payout status is fully transparent