Question 1

How do I book an appointment?

Accepted Answer

Search for a salon or service, select the service you want to book and click "Book now". Then choose a staff member (or let Mawid assign one), pick a time and fill in your details. The whole process usually takes less than a minute.

Question 2

Do I need an account to book?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the salon. Some allow guest booking where you only enter your name, email and phone number. Others require you to log in. With an account, you get access to booking history, favorites and faster booking next time.

Question 3

Can I choose a specific staff member?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In the booking flow you can either choose "Any staff" to get the first available time, or select a specific person. You can see the staff member's rating and title before deciding.

Question 4

Can I book for someone else?

Accepted Answer

Yes, at checkout there is an option to book for another person. You fill in their details instead, but the booking is linked to your account.

Question 5

How do I know if my booking is confirmed?

Accepted Answer

Most salons confirm bookings immediately. Some approve manually, and then the status shows "Awaiting confirmation". You will receive an email as soon as the booking is confirmed.

Question 6

Will I get a reminder before my appointment?

Accepted Answer

If the salon has enabled SMS reminders, you will receive an SMS before your booked time. How far in advance is set by the salon, but it is usually 24 hours or the same day.

Question 7

Where can I find my bookings?

Accepted Answer

Under "Bookings" in your account you can see both upcoming and past bookings. You can also cancel there if it is still possible.

Question 8

How do I log in?

Accepted Answer

Click "Log in" and enter your email address. You will receive a six-digit code sent to your email that you enter to log in. No password needed.

Question 9

Why do you use one-time codes instead of passwords?

Accepted Answer

It is both more secure and more convenient. You never need to remember a password, and each code is unique. This reduces the risk of unauthorized access to your account.

Question 10

I'm not receiving a code - what do I do?

Accepted Answer

Check your spam folder first. The code is sent immediately, but sometimes it can take a minute. Make sure you spelled your email address correctly and try again. Contact us if it still does not work.

Question 11

What can I change in my account?

Accepted Answer

You can update your first name, last name, phone number, date of birth and gender. Your email address is shown but cannot be changed, as it is used for login.

Question 12

How do I log out?

Accepted Answer

Click on your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Log out".

Question 13

Does it cost anything to use Mawid?

Accepted Answer

No, Mawid is completely free for you as a customer. You only pay for the service itself, just as usual.

Question 14

What payment methods are available?

Accepted Answer

Currently, all payments are made at the venue. Cash payment is the standard method. You will see the available options when you book.

Question 15

Can I pay at the venue?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all payments on Mawid are made at the venue. Simply show up for your appointment and pay directly at the salon.

Question 16

How do I cancel an appointment?

Accepted Answer

You can cancel in two ways: either via "Bookings" in your account, or via the cancellation link sent to your email together with the booking confirmation.

Question 17

I don't have a login - can I still cancel?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In the confirmation email there is a personal cancellation link that works without logging in. You can also contact the salon directly.

Question 18

Does it cost anything to cancel?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the salon's cancellation policy. Most offer free cancellation up to a certain number of hours before the booked time, for example 24 hours. The terms are clearly shown both when booking and in your confirmation.

Question 19

What happens if I cancel too late?

Accepted Answer

If you cancel after the free cancellation period, the salon may charge a fee depending on their terms.

Question 20

Can I change the time instead of cancelling?

Accepted Answer

Currently you need to cancel the existing booking and make a new one. The business can also adjust your booking for you, so contact them directly if you want to change the time.

Question 21

What counts as a no-show?

Accepted Answer

If you do not show up for your booked time without having cancelled in advance, it counts as a no-show. The salon may then charge a fee. Make sure to cancel in time if you cannot make it.

Question 22

How do I leave a review?

Accepted Answer

After your appointment you will receive an email with a link to leave a review. You give a rating from 1 to 5 and can write an optional comment. It takes about 30 seconds.

Question 23

Are the reviews verified?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Only customers who have actually completed a booking can leave a review. This ensures that the reviews are genuine.

Question 24

Is my name shown?

Accepted Answer

Your first name is shown together with the review. Your last name is never shown.

Question 25

Can I edit my review?

Accepted Answer

No, reviews cannot be edited after they have been submitted.

Question 26

Is Mawid available as an app?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Mawid is available as an app for both iPhone and Android. You can download it from the App Store or Google Play. Your bookings sync automatically between the app and the website.

Question 27

How do favorites work?

Accepted Answer

Click the heart icon on a salon to save it as a favorite. You can find all your favorites under "Favorites" in your account. This makes it quick to rebook at places you like.

Question 28

How do I find salons near me?

Accepted Answer

Use the location filter and select "Near me" to find salons based on your location. You can also search for a specific city or district.

Question 29

I run a salon - can I join Mawid?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Visit mawid.co/business to learn more about our plans and get started. It only takes a few minutes to create an account.

Question 30

Is Mawid available across all of Iraq?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Mawid covers all of Iraq. You can search by city, district, or use "Near me" to find salons in your area.

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