Capture the client
Keep contact details, company context and notes with the work instead of searching old email threads.
FreelanceNest — freelance business software without a monthly subscription
Keep every client, project, proposal, contract, invoice, tracked hour and expense in one private local-first workspace. One file, no account, no required monthly fee.
Buy for $7.49 (50% off) →Try free freelance tools firstInstant download after checkout · secure payment via Stripe
Designers & developersClient projects, scopes, hours and invoices.
ConsultantsProposals, agreements, projects and billable time.
Writers & marketersRecurring client work, expenses and payments.
Solo service businessesA smaller workflow when a large CRM is unnecessary.
A complete freelance workflow in one local file
A freelancer usually does not have one software problem. A lead becomes a proposal, the accepted scope becomes a project, the project creates hours and expenses, and the finished work becomes an invoice. FreelanceNest keeps those records connected instead of spreading them across a project board, document template, timer and payment spreadsheet.
Many freelance platforms use recurring subscriptions and cloud accounts. FreelanceNest takes the opposite approach: the working app is a file you keep, the core workflow runs in your browser, and the client and financial records you enter stay on the device where you use it.
Dashboard
Outstanding invoices, this month's revenue, what needs attention, and a 6-month revenue trend — your whole business at a glance.
Clients
Every client's contact info, company, and notes in one place — linked automatically to their projects, proposals, and invoices.
Projects
A drag-and-drop board from Active to Archived, with fixed or hourly budgets and due dates.
8-Style Proposals + Matching Contracts
Build a proposal in any of 8 professional styles, and get a service agreement generated from the same scope, timeline, and pricing — automatically.
Invoices & Payments
Line-item invoices with automatic overdue tracking, one-click "mark as paid," and print-ready PDF export.
Time Tracking
Log billable hours per project and see their dollar value — plus a weekly summary of hours and billable revenue.
Expenses
Track costs by category and flag which ones should be rebilled to a client.
3 Color Themes
Indigo Ink, Warm Clay, and Charcoal Mono — pick the look that fits you.
What the workflow looks like
Define the scope
Build a proposal and matching service agreement from the same pricing, deliverables and timeline.
Run the project
Track status, budget, hours, due dates and expenses while the work is active.
Invoice and review
See what is sent, overdue or paid, then compare revenue with the time and costs the project actually consumed.
How the offline app works
- Buy and download instantly — no GentleTools account needed.
- Open the included HTML file in a modern browser.
- Add your clients and projects, or load the sample data to inspect the workflow first.
- Your working data saves in the browser on that device. Keep your own backup copies for records you cannot afford to lose.
Not ready to buy?
Start with the part of the freelance workflow you need today.
Use a focused free tool for one immediate problem. If clients, projects and follow-ups are becoming the problem, compare software models before buying.
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FreelanceNest FAQ
Does FreelanceNest need an internet connection?
No for the core app. FreelanceNest is a downloaded HTML file that opens in a modern browser and keeps its working data on your device.
Is FreelanceNest a subscription?
No. It is sold as a one-time purchase rather than a required monthly subscription.
What does the freelance business tracker include?
It combines clients, projects, proposals, matching service agreements, invoices and payments, time tracking, expenses and a dashboard in one local-first workspace.
Who is FreelanceNest for?
It is designed for solo freelancers and independent professionals such as designers, developers, consultants, writers, marketers and other client-service businesses that need a straightforward project-to-payment workflow.
Where is my client data stored?
Core working data is stored by the browser on the device where you use the app. You should keep your own backup copies because local storage is under your control.
Keep the repeated client work in one place.
One-time purchase, yours to keep. Includes the app and free updates.
Buy FreelanceNest for $7.49 →Want just the proposal + contract piece? See the Proposal & Contract Bankfor $2.49. Just tracking payments? The free Invoice Tracker is a lighter start. Questions before buying? Get in touch — or see theFAQ for refunds and delivery.