How Payments and Payout Work?
At RebookMedia, we’re committed to building a trusted community where both photographers and clients feel safe, respected, and confident working together. We believe that professional photography thrives in an environment built on transparency, security, and mutual trust.
To achieve this, we implement strict safety measures, verification processes, and clear guidelines that protect both parties while ensuring a seamless experience. Our Verified Pro Program, secure payment system, and on-platform messaging all help create a professional and trustworthy space for collaboration.
We also encourage clear communication, well-defined agreements, and the use of legally binding contracts through our Dropbox Sign integration when necessary. Whether you’re a photographer showcasing your work or a client booking a professional, RebookMedia provides the tools and safeguards needed to ensure every interaction is safe, secure, and successful.
To issue invoices and receive payments through the RebookMedia platform, you must first create a Stripe account and integrate it with RebookMedia. To accept online bookings and process booking deposits directly through RebookMedia, you must also be a Verified Pro and Setup your Terms of Service (TOS) and Cancellation Policy.
RebookMedia provides photographers with three ways to record order payments:
Manually Record Cash or Check Payments – If a client pays offline via cash or check, you can manually log the payment in the order dashboard for accurate record-keeping.
Manually Record Credit Card Payments – If a client provides their credit card details over the phone or in person, you can enter their payment information directly into RebookMedia to process the transaction. (Requires Stripe integration).
Issue an Invoice – Send a professional invoice through RebookMedia, allowing your client to securely fulfill the payment online. (Requires Stripe integration).
This action can only be taken by the account owner or authorized admin. You must first setup a Stripe account, visit Stripe.com to setup your account.
Login to your RebookMedia Dashboard.
Go to Connect (left menu)
Connect your Stripe Account.
Please note that Stripe and RebookMedia fees are non-refundable, even if a transaction is canceled or refunded. The RebookMedia fee covers platform features, including secure payment processing, client management, and portfolio hosting and marketing.
All online payments are processed instantly and sent to the Pro's Stripe account after deduction of applicable fees.
RebookMedia provides flexibility in how photographers collect payments, and fees vary based on the method used. Below is a breakdown of the fees associated with each payment type:
Manually Recorded Cash or Check Payments
✅ No processing fees: Since the transaction happens offline, RebookMedia does not charge any fees.
✅ The Pro is responsible for tracking and confirming the payment with the client.
Manually Entered Credit Card Payment (via Stripe)
✅ Stripe Fee: 2.99% + $0.30 per transaction.
✅ RebookMedia Fee: 12% of the total payment.
Invoice Payments (via Stripe)
✅ Stripe Fee: 2.99% + $0.30 per transaction.
✅ RebookMedia Fee: 12% of the total payment.
✅ Clients receive an invoice and pay securely online through RebookMedia.
Direct Online Booking Payments (via Stripe)
✅ Stripe Fee: 2.99% + $0.30 per transaction.
✅ RebookMedia Fee: 12% of the total payment.
✅ The client books and pays unfront directly though RebookMedia.
You can easily track your earnings and payment history through the Main Dashboard and the Invoices section.
Under the Main Dashboard, you can view your Sales for the Week or Month, giving you a quick overview of your performance for the last 7 Days (See your total sales and trends for the past week) and the last 30 Days (Get a broader view of your earnings over the past month).
For a detailed breakdown of transactions, go to Invoices (left menu). Here, you can:
View individual invoices for each payment received.
Check transaction details, including client name, service booked, and payment status.
Download or print invoices for your records.
To achieve this, we implement strict safety measures, verification processes, and clear guidelines that protect both parties while ensuring a seamless experience. Our Verified Pro Program, secure payment system, and on-platform messaging all help create a professional and trustworthy space for collaboration.
We also encourage clear communication, well-defined agreements, and the use of legally binding contracts through our Dropbox Sign integration when necessary. Whether you’re a photographer showcasing your work or a client booking a professional, RebookMedia provides the tools and safeguards needed to ensure every interaction is safe, secure, and successful.
Tell me about the payment process
To issue invoices and receive payments through the RebookMedia platform, you must first create a Stripe account and integrate it with RebookMedia. To accept online bookings and process booking deposits directly through RebookMedia, you must also be a Verified Pro and Setup your Terms of Service (TOS) and Cancellation Policy.
RebookMedia provides photographers with three ways to record order payments:
Manually Record Cash or Check Payments – If a client pays offline via cash or check, you can manually log the payment in the order dashboard for accurate record-keeping.
Manually Record Credit Card Payments – If a client provides their credit card details over the phone or in person, you can enter their payment information directly into RebookMedia to process the transaction. (Requires Stripe integration).
Issue an Invoice – Send a professional invoice through RebookMedia, allowing your client to securely fulfill the payment online. (Requires Stripe integration).
How do I connect to Stripe?
This action can only be taken by the account owner or authorized admin. You must first setup a Stripe account, visit Stripe.com to setup your account.
Login to your RebookMedia Dashboard.
Go to Connect (left menu)
Connect your Stripe Account.
What are the fees associated with each payment type?
Please note that Stripe and RebookMedia fees are non-refundable, even if a transaction is canceled or refunded. The RebookMedia fee covers platform features, including secure payment processing, client management, and portfolio hosting and marketing.
All online payments are processed instantly and sent to the Pro's Stripe account after deduction of applicable fees.
RebookMedia provides flexibility in how photographers collect payments, and fees vary based on the method used. Below is a breakdown of the fees associated with each payment type:
Manually Recorded Cash or Check Payments
✅ No processing fees: Since the transaction happens offline, RebookMedia does not charge any fees.
✅ The Pro is responsible for tracking and confirming the payment with the client.
Manually Entered Credit Card Payment (via Stripe)
✅ Stripe Fee: 2.99% + $0.30 per transaction.
✅ RebookMedia Fee: 12% of the total payment.
Invoice Payments (via Stripe)
✅ Stripe Fee: 2.99% + $0.30 per transaction.
✅ RebookMedia Fee: 12% of the total payment.
✅ Clients receive an invoice and pay securely online through RebookMedia.
Direct Online Booking Payments (via Stripe)
✅ Stripe Fee: 2.99% + $0.30 per transaction.
✅ RebookMedia Fee: 12% of the total payment.
✅ The client books and pays unfront directly though RebookMedia.
How do I view my payment history?
You can easily track your earnings and payment history through the Main Dashboard and the Invoices section.
Under the Main Dashboard, you can view your Sales for the Week or Month, giving you a quick overview of your performance for the last 7 Days (See your total sales and trends for the past week) and the last 30 Days (Get a broader view of your earnings over the past month).
For a detailed breakdown of transactions, go to Invoices (left menu). Here, you can:
View individual invoices for each payment received.
Check transaction details, including client name, service booked, and payment status.
Download or print invoices for your records.
Updated on: 16/03/2025
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