FreeAgent

FreeAgent is cloud accounting software designed for freelancers, contractors and small businesses, particularly popular in the UK. It brings invoicing, expense tracking, time tracking, banking and tax into one friendly platform, aiming to make managing your finances and staying on top of tax genuinely manageable for people who aren't accountants.

Invoicing and expenses

FreeAgent lets you create and send professional, branded invoices, set up recurring invoices, and send automatic reminders for overdue payments. On the other side, it makes tracking expenses easy — including capturing receipts — so you have an accurate picture of your spending and can claim everything you're entitled to. This everyday money management is the foundation of the tool.

Bank connections and reconciliation

The platform connects to your business bank accounts to import transactions automatically, and helps you reconcile them against invoices and expenses. This keeps your books up to date with minimal manual effort and gives you a real-time view of your financial position, which is invaluable for making decisions and avoiding surprises.

Tax and compliance

A major strength of FreeAgent, especially for UK users, is its tax features. It helps track and estimate tax liabilities, prepares and can file certain tax returns, and supports Making Tax Digital requirements. For freelancers and small businesses anxious about tax deadlines and compliance, having the software guide and handle much of this is a significant relief.

Time tracking and projects

FreeAgent includes time tracking and project management features, so those who bill by time or manage projects can track hours, monitor project profitability, and turn billable time into invoices. This makes it more than just bookkeeping — it's a fuller business-finance tool for service providers.

Who it's for

FreeAgent is ideal for freelancers, contractors and small businesses — particularly in the UK — who want approachable cloud accounting that handles invoicing, expenses, banking and tax in one place, without needing to be an accountant. It's especially valued for taking the stress out of tax.

For a freelancer or small business that wants friendly, all-in-one accounting with strong tax support, FreeAgent is a well-loved, capable choice.