Upgrade from scattered tools to one professional system

Most artists cobble together five different apps. Studio software treats you like an employee. pencild was built specifically for professional tattoo artists.

Comparison

vs Generic CRMs (HubSpot, Salesforce)

Generic CRMs are overkill for tattoo artists. Complex, expensive, and don't understand DM-based bookings or tattoo projects.

Generic CRMs

  • Complex setup taking days/weeks
  • Requires extensive customisation
  • No Instagram DM support
  • Enterprise pricing
  • Steep learning curve

pencild

  • Set up in minutes
  • Purpose-built for tattoo workflows
  • Instagram DMs integrated
  • Artist-friendly pricing
  • Minimal learning curve

vs Booking Apps (Calendly, Acuity)

Booking apps handle scheduling, but your business is more than a calendar.

Booking Apps

  • Just a calendar
  • No client history
  • No messaging integration
  • Basic prepayment only
  • No project tracking

pencild

  • Full CRM with booking
  • Complete client profiles
  • Email + Instagram inbox
  • Flexible deposit policies
  • Project management built in

vs Studio Management Software

Studio tools are built for studios, not artists. They treat you as an employee and keep your data when you leave.

Studio Software

  • Studio controls your data
  • Clients belong to the studio
  • Limited artist autonomy
  • Data stays when you leave
  • Built for studio managers

pencild

  • You control your data
  • Clients are yours
  • Full artist independence
  • Your business travels with you
  • Built for working artists

The difference

Built for professionals

Other tools are adapted from other industries. pencild was designed from scratch for professional tattoo artists who want to level up their business.

Purpose-built for tattoo workflows.
Not a generic tool with tattoo features bolted on.
Professional from day one.
Booking forms, deposit requests, confirmations - all polished and professional.
Your business, your career.
Your account, clients, and data stay with you wherever your career takes you.

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