SalonIQ expands payments ecosystem with launch of IQ Finance

Salon software provider, SalonIQ, has expanded its product offering with the launch of IQ Finance, powered by Stripe Capital – a brand-new initiative designed to help salon owners understand and access financing opportunities to support their long-term growth.

Developed with the needs of independent business owners in mind, IQ Finance connects SalonIQ customers with clear and tailored insights around potential financing options, helping them make more informed decisions about investing in their businesses. Eligibility is based on payment volume and history on SalonIQ.

Unlike traditional lending platforms, IQ Finance does not directly provide financing or financial advice, however, it works alongside established financial infrastructure providers to identify relevant opportunities based on a business’ performance and activity. YouLend is the financing provider.

Through SalonIQ’s platform, eligible customers may be introduced to financing offers facilitated by trusted partners such as Stripe Capital. These offers are then presented directly within the all-in-one salon management system and are subject to the provider’s own eligibility criteria, terms and approval processes.

By embedding this functionality into the existing SalonIQ model, business owners can now explore growth opportunities without interrupting their day-to-day operations.

Sam Kendall, CEO at SalonIQ, said:

“For salons and clinics, accessing capital can be a long and complicated process, with many owners not knowing how or where to start. We wanted to help simplify this experience, so we developed and created IQ Finance – our latest feature that provides visibility into potential financing offers, helping business owners understand what options are available to them.

“Seamlessly integrated into the SalonIQ platform, IQ Finance leverages business performance data to help obtain relevant offers where appropriate. This means that all offers are aligned to real business activity, rather than generic or one-size-fits-all lending approaches.

“By bringing together operational data and financial infrastructure, IQ Finance aims to give salon owners greater confidence when exploring ways to invest in their future – whether that’s expanding their team, upgrading their space, or managing cash flow more effectively.”

“The launch of IQ Finance marks another step in our mission to empower business owners with smarter tools and insights, and we look forward to helping more and more salons as they onboard with this exciting initiative.”

IQ Finance is the latest offering in SalonIQ’s growing range of features, including Salon Marketing, Team Engagement, Client Experience, Salon eCommerce and IQ Connect – an AI powered virtual receptionist that launched at the end of 2025.

Since it was founded in 2013, SalonIQ has helped over 2,500 salons run their business in the most efficient way possible – all on autopilot.

For more information, visit: www.saloniq.com

All financing applications are subject to review prior to approval. In the UK, Stripe Capital loans and merchant cash advances are provided by YouLend.