Everything you need. Nothing you don't.

Built specifically for how tattoo artists actually work. Every feature solves a real problem.

Unified inbox

One inbox, zero missed messages

Instagram DMs and email in the same place. No more switching apps to find that conversation from three weeks ago.

Instagram DMs sync every 10 minutes.: Email syncs every 5 minutes. Real-time notifications when clients message you.
Connect in minutes.: Link your Instagram Business account and email with a few clicks.
Search everything.: Find any conversation by subject, sender, or content. Your encrypted data stays searchable.

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Know your clients, not just their names

Every client gets a complete profile: contact details, conversation history, tattoo projects, reference images, appointments, and notes.

Full history at a glance.: No more guessing what you discussed six months ago.
Auto-link conversations.: Instagram and email automatically connect to the right client profile.
Merge duplicates.: Automatic detection of potential duplicates with one-click merge.

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Bookings that confirm themselves

Accept requests, review details, collect deposits, send confirmations. You approve, pencild handles the rest.

You stay in control.: No open calendars, no surprises. Review every request before approving.
Automatic reminders.: Clients get reminded about their appointments without you doing anything.
Track every status.: See upcoming appointments, pending deposits, and active projects at a glance.

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Deposits without the awkward chase

Request and track deposits as part of the booking process. No chasing, no confusion. Multiple payment methods supported.

Built into the flow.: Deposit requests are part of booking confirmation, not a separate awkward conversation.
Track payment status.: See at a glance which appointments have deposits paid and which don't.
Your payment, your way.: pencild tracks deposits. You choose how to collect them.

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Projects from inquiry to aftercare

Track each tattoo from first message to healed photo. Notes, references, and appointments all linked together.

Organize related appointments.: Consultation, stencil session, tattoo sessions, touch-up. All linked to one project.
Track progress.: See what stage each tattoo is at. Never lose track of ongoing work.
Store references.: Keep design notes, reference images, and client preferences together.

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Studios that support, not control

Connect to a studio for shared visibility. Disconnect and take everything with you. Your data never belongs to the studio.

Opt-in sharing.: You choose what the studio sees. Calendar visibility is your choice.
Clean exits.: Leave a studio and take everything with you. No requests, no waiting.
Studio benefits.: Studios can sponsor subscriptions, share resources, and route inquiries.

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Start your free trial and see how pencild brings everything together.

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