For freelancers, consultants & contractors

Get paid, however you bill.

Bill by the hour, by the project, or on a monthly retainer. SettleDue turns any of them into a clean, professional invoice, and keeps track of what you are owed.

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Good morning, Sarah
Due this month$4,280
Open invoices7
Hours (week)32.5
Recent invoices
ClientInvoiceAmountStatus
Acme Inc.#0034$1,250
Oakwood LLC#0033$890Sent
Pine Valley#0032$2,140
15 years helping you get paid
Unlimited invoices on every plan
$12/mo to start

Everything you bill with

Powerful features you'll use every day. Minus the fluff.

Timesheets

Log hours by client and task. Start the timer or add them after the fact.

Invoices

Generate an invoice from your recorded hours or build one from scratch. Numbered and itemized.

PDF delivery

Email a PDF invoice or estimate to your client. SettleDue tracks when it was sent.

Estimates

Quote projects before you start. When they say yes, the same scope is ready to convert into an invoice.

Expenses

Capture out-of-pocket costs, attach them to clients, and add them straight onto an invoice as line items.

Reports

See exactly where your hours and revenue come from with payments, timesheet, and expense reports.

Payments

Record checks and transfers as they arrive and track which invoices still have a balance.

Timezone aware

Work from anywhere and every hour lands on the right day. Your timesheets, invoices, and reports always follow your local clock.

Who this is for

Your trade. Your invoices. Zero learning curve.

Freelance designers

Tired of cobbling together spreadsheets and payment reminders.

Log hours per project, send invoices, and see what is paid.

Roofing contractors

Need invoices out fast after the job, not a week later.

Build an invoice on site, email the PDF, and move on to the next job.

Notaries

Juggling appointments, signings, and who still owes what.

Track each signing as a time entry, invoice the client, and follow up.

Tree service crews

QuickBooks is overkill when all you need is an invoice and a check.

Create estimates for jobs, convert them to invoices, and record payments.

Plumbers

Want to send a proper invoice without learning accounting software.

Add your hours and materials, generate a PDF, and email it from the truck.

Consultants

Billing multiple clients and tracking where the hours went.

Timesheets broken down by client, with reports that show you the full picture.

You don't need accounting software. You need to get paid.

Most invoicing tools are built for accountants. SettleDue is built for the freelancer at the kitchen table, the consultant on retainer, the contractor finishing a job. Bill by the hour, by the project, or on retainer, send the invoice, and get paid. No chart of accounts. No learning curve. No features you'll never touch.

How it works

Bill it. Send it. Get paid.

1

Create your invoice

Add line items, set your terms, and the PDF is ready. Or track hours first and turn them into an invoice automatically.

2

Send it

Email the PDF directly to your client. Done from the job site, the truck, or your desk.

3

Get paid

Record payments, see what is still open, and know exactly where you stand.

Invoice #0034
Acme Inc. · Aug 15, 2026
TaskHoursRateTotal
Development24$125$3,000
Design review6$125$750
Meetings4$125$500
Subtotal$4,250.00
Amount due$4,250.00
Reports
August 2026
Revenue$8,420+12%
Hours logged142+8%
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From users

People actually use this.

“I used to track hours in a spreadsheet and copy them into Word docs for invoices. Now I just log time and hit generate. The PDF looks better than what I was making by hand.”

Sarah Mitchell · Freelance Designer

“I write up the estimate on my phone before I leave the job site. When the work’s done, I turn it into an invoice and email it from the truck.”

Marcus Reeves · Electrical Contractor

“QuickBooks wanted me to set up a chart of accounts before I could send my first invoice. I signed up here and had a PDF in my client’s inbox in ten minutes.”

Elena Torres · Notary Business Owner

Security & data safety

Your data stays yours.

SSL encryption

All connections between you and SettleDue are encrypted with SSL. Your data is protected in transit.

Automatic backups

Your business data is backed up automatically every day. If something goes wrong, we can restore it.

You own your data

Your clients, invoices, and records belong to you. Export or delete them at any time.

Privacy first

We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties. Your business stays your business.

Pricing

Simple pricing. Unlimited invoices.

Unlimited invoices on every plan. No per-invoice fees.

Monthly Yearly Save ~17%
14-day free trial

Solo

$12/month

Billed as $120/year

  • Unlimited invoices & estimates
  • Unlimited clients
  • Time tracking & timesheets
  • Expense tracking
  • Client management
  • PDF generation & email delivery
  • CSV import & export
  • Reports
  • 1 user
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14-day free trial with full access on every plan.

FAQ

Common questions

What exactly is SettleDue?

SettleDue is an invoicing app for freelancers, consultants, contractors, and small teams. Bill by the hour, by a fixed project price, or on a monthly retainer. SettleDue turns any of them into a clean invoice, then tracks estimates, expenses, and payments so you get paid.

Is there a free trial?

Yes. You get 14 days of full access, no credit card required. Cancel anytime.

Do my clients need an account?

No. Clients are just records in your account. They never need to log in; they receive invoice emails and PDFs and pay you however you agree (check, transfer, or any payment tool you already use).

Can I get my data out if I leave?

Yes. Your data is yours: clients, invoices, estimates, expenses, and timesheets can all be viewed and exported before you close your account, and you are in full control of deleting it.

Is my data safe?

All connections use SSL encryption, passwords are stored hashed, and your session is protected. We never sell or share your data with third parties.

How do taxes and accounting fit in?

SettleDue keeps the numbers square (hours, rates, totals, payments) so you and your accountant can work from the reports. It does not file taxes or provide accounting advice.

Can I use SettleDue on my phone?

Yes. SettleDue works in any mobile browser. The interface adapts to your screen size. No app download required.

How do I send an invoice to a client?

Create your invoice, add line items, then click Send. Your client gets the PDF by email. You can also download it and send it yourself.

What is the best invoice app for contractors?

SettleDue is built for contractors, trades professionals, and freelancers who need fast, simple invoicing. No learning curve, unlimited invoices, around since 2011.

Does SettleDue work for my trade?

Yes. SettleDue works for plumbers, electricians, roofers, tree service crews, notaries, consultants, and any business that sends invoices. If you bill clients, it works for you.

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