{"id":98657,"date":"2025-04-30T14:07:08","date_gmt":"2025-04-30T14:07:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/?p=98657"},"modified":"2026-08-14T15:35:00","modified_gmt":"2026-08-14T12:35:00","slug":"how-to-use-freshbooks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/fr\/how-to-use-freshbooks","title":{"rendered":"Comment utiliser FreshBooks pour les petites entreprises en 2026 ?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 id='quick-start'  id=\"boomdevs_1\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Start<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group quick-start-logo is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kb-image148461_df4098-0d.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image148461_df4098-0d .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:350px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image148461_df4098-0d.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image148461_df4098-0d .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image148461_df4098-0d figure{max-width:350px;}.kb-image148461_df4098-0d .image-is-svg, .kb-image148461_df4098-0d .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image148461_df4098-0d .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image148461_df4098-0d\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FreshBooks-CTA.png\" alt=\"FreshBooks CTA\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-92050\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>This guide covers every FreshBooks feature:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#getting-started-with-freshbooks\">Getting Started<\/a> \u2014 Create your FreshBooks account and finish basic setup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-freshbooks-custom-invoicing\">How to Use Custom Invoicing<\/a> \u2014 Brand every invoice with your company logo and colors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-freshbooks-easy-navigation\">How to Use Easy Navigation<\/a> \u2014 Find any report or client from one simple sidebar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-freshbooks-payment-management\">How to Use Payment Management<\/a> \u2014 Accept card and PayPal payments directly on your invoices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-freshbooks-advanced-payments\">How to Use Advanced Payments<\/a> \u2014 Charge saved cards and bill retainer clients on schedule<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-freshbooks-apps-integration\">How to Use Apps Integration<\/a> \u2014 Sync payroll, eCommerce, and project tools with your books<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-freshbooks-time-tracking\">How to Use Time Tracking<\/a> \u2014 Log billable hours and pull them onto invoices instantly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-freshbooks-expense-categorizing\">How to Use Expense Categorizing<\/a> \u2014 Sort spending into tax-ready expense categories automatically<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-freshbooks-project-management\">How to Use Project Management<\/a> \u2014 Run projects with budgets and client feedback in one place<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-freshbooks-mileage-tracking\">How to Use Mileage Tracking<\/a> \u2014 Log business drives automatically and claim every deductible mile<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Time needed:<\/strong> 5 minutes per feature<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Also in this guide:<\/strong> <a href=\"#freshbooks-pro-tips-and-shortcuts\">Pro Tips<\/a> | <a href=\"#freshbooks-common-mistakes-to-avoid\">Common Mistakes<\/a> | <a href=\"#freshbooks-troubleshooting\">Troubleshooting<\/a> | <a href=\"#freshbooks-pricing\">Pricing<\/a> | <a href=\"#freshbooks-vs-alternatives\">Alternatives<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Why Trust This Guide<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I have run my own invoices through FreshBooks for over two years and tested every feature below. This FreshBooks tutorial comes from real hands-on use, not vendor screenshots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Fahim-AI-5-1-23.png\" alt=\"How to use FreshBooks\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">FreshBooks is cloud-based <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/free-bookkeeping-software\" title=\"accounting\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150001\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">accounting<\/a> software built for people who never trained as an accountant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-crm-for-small-construction-business\" title=\"business\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150002\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">business<\/a> owners only ever touch invoices and stop there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This comprehensive guide shows you how to use FreshBooks properly, feature by feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='freshbooks-tutorial'  id=\"boomdevs_2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FreshBooks Tutorial<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This How to Use FreshBooks tutorial walks through every feature in order, from your first login to the reports your accountant actually asks for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns cta-box-inner is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-c446116b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-logo is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kb-image148461_df4098-0d.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image148461_df4098-0d .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:350px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image148461_df4098-0d.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image148461_df4098-0d .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image148461_df4098-0d figure{max-width:350px;}.kb-image148461_df4098-0d .image-is-svg, .kb-image148461_df4098-0d .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image148461_df4098-0d .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image148461_df4098-0d\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FreshBooks-CTA.png\" alt=\"FreshBooks CTA\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-92050\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"cta-box-title wp-block-paragraph\">FreshBooks<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-description wp-block-paragraph\">Stop losing evenings to <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/accounting-software-for-mac\" title=\"bookkeeping\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"149997\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bookkeeping<\/a>. FreshBooks handles invoices, expenses, and online payments in one place, and its customers get paid an average of five days faster. Try it free for 30 days \u2014 no credit card needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-buttons is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/freshbooks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TRY FRESHBOOKS NOW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/freshbooks\">READ FULL REVIEW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/freshbooks-alternatives\">FRESHBOOKS ALTERNATIVES \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='getting-started-with-freshbooks'  id=\"boomdevs_3\" id=\"getting-started-with-freshbooks\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting Started with FreshBooks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finish this one-time setup before you touch any feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It takes about three minutes on any computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what the setup looked like when I ran it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"FreshBooks Review (2025) - Is It Better Than QuickBooks?\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/v_79RRIsyNY?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now let&#8217;s walk through each step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-create-your-account'  id=\"boomdevs_4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Create Your Account<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Go to the FreshBooks website and click Try It Free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enter your email, pick a password, then add your company name and industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> A confirmation email lands in your <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/inbox-placement-tool\" title=\"inbox\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">inbox<\/a> within a minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-set-up-your-company-profile'  id=\"boomdevs_5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Set Up Your Company Profile<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open Settings, then Business Profile, and add your address and contact details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Upload your company logo here so every invoice carries it. Click Save Changes when you are done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is the dashboard you land on afterwards:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FreshBooks-Personal-Experience-1024x621.png\" alt=\"Personal Experience with FreshBooks\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> The dashboard shows outstanding invoices, spending, and revenue cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-connect-your-bank-and-import-clients'  id=\"boomdevs_6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Connect Your Bank and Import Clients<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose Connect Your Bank to pull balances and categorize transactions automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then import clients and vendors from CSV files, or add a new client by hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Done:<\/strong> Your FreshBooks account is live and ready for every feature below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns148460_0a3622-13\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn 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#3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/freshbooks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Try FreshBooks for free<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-freshbooks-custom-invoicing'  id=\"boomdevs_7\" id=\"how-to-use-freshbooks-custom-invoicing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use FreshBooks Custom Invoicing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Custom Invoicing<\/strong> lets you build branded invoices with your company logo, colors, and payment terms in minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-open-the-invoices-tab'  id=\"boomdevs_8\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Open the Invoices Tab<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Click Invoices in the left sidebar, then hit New Invoice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The blank invoice loads with your company profile already filled in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-add-your-client-and-line-items'  id=\"boomdevs_9\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Add Your Client and Line Items<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pick a client, then add each service with a rate and quantity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can add late fees, discounts, and tax lines from the same screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FreshBooks-Automated-Invoices-1024x394.png\" alt=\"FreshBooks Custom Invoicing\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> A live preview of the invoice appears on the right side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-apply-branding-and-send'  id=\"boomdevs_10\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Apply Branding and Send<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Upload your company logo, pick a color, then click Send.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Save the layout as one of your recurring templates for next month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> Your first branded invoice is out the door and tracked.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Turn on automatic payment reminders here so you never chase a late invoice by hand again.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13 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.kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/freshbooks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Try FreshBooks for free<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-freshbooks-easy-navigator'  id=\"boomdevs_11\" id=\"how-to-use-freshbooks-easy-navigation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use FreshBooks Easy Navigator<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Easy Navigation<\/strong> lets you reach every report, client, and expense from one sidebar without hunting through menus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-scan-the-left-sidebar'  id=\"boomdevs_12\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Scan the Left Sidebar<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every core area sits in one column: Clients, Invoices, Expenses, Reports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nothing is buried three menus deep like in other accounting software.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-use-the-dashboard-cards'  id=\"boomdevs_13\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Use the Dashboard Cards<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The dashboard shows outstanding invoices, revenue, and spending at a glance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Click any card to jump straight into the underlying data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FreshBooks-Easy-Navigation-980x577.png\" alt=\"FreshBooks Easy Navigation\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> The dashboard loads with live totals instead of empty placeholders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-pin-what-you-use-daily'  id=\"boomdevs_14\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Pin What You Use Daily<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open Settings and reorder the sidebar to match your routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/accounting-software-for-freelancers\" title=\"freelancers\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150033\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">freelancers<\/a> keep Invoices and Expenses at the top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> You can reach any screen in the FreshBooks platform in two clicks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Press the search icon and type a client name to jump to their full history <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/instantly-ai\" title=\"instantly\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150006\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">instantly<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns148460_0a3622-13\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47.kb-button{color:var(--global-palette9, 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767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/freshbooks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Try FreshBooks for free<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-freshbooks-payment-manager'  id=\"boomdevs_15\" id=\"how-to-use-freshbooks-payment-management\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use FreshBooks Payment Manager<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Payment Management<\/strong> lets you accept online payments by card or PayPal and watch invoices mark themselves paid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-enable-online-payments'  id=\"boomdevs_16\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Enable Online Payments<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Go to Settings, then Payments, and switch on card acceptance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also connect PayPal and other payment processors from the same panel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-attach-payment-to-an-invoice'  id=\"boomdevs_17\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Attach Payment to an Invoice<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open any invoice and tick Allow Online Payments before sending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clients then pay from the client portal without creating an account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FreshBooks-Payments-Management-1024x711.png\" alt=\"FreshBooks Payment Management\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> A Pay Now button appears on the client preview of your invoice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-track-what-landed'  id=\"boomdevs_18\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Track What Landed<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open the Payments screen to see cleared, pending, and failed money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each payment links back to the invoice it settled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> You get paid faster because clients pay in one click.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Share a direct payment link on your website to collect money without issuing invoices at all.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns148460_0a3622-13\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn 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kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/freshbooks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Try FreshBooks for free<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-freshbooks-advanced-payments'  id=\"boomdevs_19\" id=\"how-to-use-freshbooks-advanced-payments\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use FreshBooks Advanced Payments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Advanced Payments<\/strong> lets you store card details, charge subscriptions, and bill retainers on a fixed schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-turn-on-advanced-payments'  id=\"boomdevs_20\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Turn On Advanced Payments<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open Settings, then Payments, and add the Advanced Payments add-on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This unlocks saved cards and virtual terminal charges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-save-a-client-card'  id=\"boomdevs_21\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Save a Client Card<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open a client record and store their card with written permission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The card is tokenized, so raw contact details never sit on your computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FreshBooks-Invoice-Customization.png\" alt=\"FreshBooks Advanced Payments\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> The client record shows a saved card and an active schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-set-the-recurring-schedule'  id=\"boomdevs_22\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Set the Recurring Schedule<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Create a recurring profile with the amount, start date, and interval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">FreshBooks then charges the card and emails a receipt automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> Retainer revenue arrives on the same day every month with zero chasing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Set retainers to charge two days before your own bill dates to smooth cash flow.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns148460_0a3622-13\"><style>ul.menu 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#3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/freshbooks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Try FreshBooks for free<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-freshbooks-apps-integration'  id=\"boomdevs_23\" id=\"how-to-use-freshbooks-apps-integration\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use FreshBooks Apps Integration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Apps Integration<\/strong> lets you connect payroll, eCommerce, and project tools so your financial information stays in sync.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-open-the-app-store'  id=\"boomdevs_24\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Open the App Store<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Click your profile icon, then choose Integrations to <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/browse-ai\" title=\"browse\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"149999\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">browse<\/a> the app store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Categories cover payroll, inventory, eCommerce, and email marketing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-connect-your-stack'  id=\"boomdevs_25\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Connect Your Stack<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pick an app, click Connect, then sign in to that service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Connect FreshBooks to Gusto and you can run payroll without leaving your books.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FreshBooks-Apps-Integration.png\" alt=\"FreshBooks Apps Integration\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> The connected app shows a green status badge and a last-sync time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-check-the-sync'  id=\"boomdevs_26\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Check the Sync<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Return to Integrations and confirm the status reads Connected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Data flows both ways within a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> Your other tools now push data into FreshBooks automatically.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Connect your bank first, since automatic transaction feeds cut manual entry more than any other integration.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content 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kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-freshbooks-time-tracker'  id=\"boomdevs_27\" id=\"how-to-use-freshbooks-time-tracking\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use FreshBooks Time Tracker<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-time-management-app\" title=\"Time Tracking\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150007\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Time Tracking<\/a><\/strong> lets you track time against clients and projects, then pull those hours straight onto an invoice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-start-a-timer'  id=\"boomdevs_28\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Start a Timer<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open Time Tracking and click the timer, then pick a client and project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also enter hours manually at the end of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-tag-the-work'  id=\"boomdevs_29\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Tag the Work<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add a service and a short note so the line item explains itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mark the entry billable or internal before you save.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Track Your Time on Projects on FreshBooks (And Keep Your Projects Organized)\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mnbrVpGQZJ4?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> The weekly timesheet shows your hours grouped by client.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-bill-the-hours'  id=\"boomdevs_30\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Bill the Hours<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Create an invoice and choose Add Unbilled Time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every logged hour drops in with the correct rate applied.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow 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#3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/freshbooks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Try FreshBooks for free<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-freshbooks-expense-categorizer'  id=\"boomdevs_31\" id=\"how-to-use-freshbooks-expense-categorizing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use FreshBooks Expense Categorizer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Expense Categorizing<\/strong> lets you sort every purchase into expense categories that map to your tax return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-import-your-spending'  id=\"boomdevs_32\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Import Your Spending<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Connect your bank so new expenses import overnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also upload CSV files or add purchases by hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-assign-categories'  id=\"boomdevs_33\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Assign Categories<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open each item and pick a category such as Meals or Software.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Attach receipts by dragging a photo onto the entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Add an Expense Category on FreshBooks\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Dqd7NSvmpJg?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> Uncategorized spending drops toward zero on the Expenses screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-set-category-rules'  id=\"boomdevs_34\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Set Category Rules<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Save a rule so the same vendor is coded the same way next time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rules apply to every future import automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> Keeping track of spending stops being a March emergency.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Snap receipts with the mobile app and OCR scanning reads the amount and vendor for you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, 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#ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/freshbooks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Try FreshBooks for free<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-freshbooks-project-manager'  id=\"boomdevs_35\" id=\"how-to-use-freshbooks-project-management\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use FreshBooks Project Manager<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Project Management<\/strong> lets you run projects with budgets, shared files, and client comments in one workspace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-create-the-project'  id=\"boomdevs_36\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Create the Project<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Click Projects, then New Project, and set a flat fee or hourly budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Assign a new client or an existing one during setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-invite-the-team'  id=\"boomdevs_37\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Invite the Team<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use Add Team Member to invite team members and set their basic information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contractors see only the projects you share with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Collaborate on Projects on FreshBooks | FreshBooks Accounting\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ffIx00KedCI?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> The project page lists your team, files, and a live budget bar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-watch-the-budget'  id=\"boomdevs_38\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Watch the Budget<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The project header shows hours logged against hours budgeted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Discuss changes in the built-in comment thread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> Scope creep shows up on screen before it eats your margin.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Set the budget alert at 80% so you can renegotiate before the project runs over.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns148460_0a3622-13\"><style>ul.menu 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#3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/freshbooks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Try FreshBooks for free<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-freshbooks-mileage-tracker'  id=\"boomdevs_39\" id=\"how-to-use-freshbooks-mileage-tracking\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use FreshBooks Mileage Tracker<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mileage Tracking<\/strong> lets you log business trips automatically and claim every deductible mile at tax time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-enable-mileage-on-mobile'  id=\"boomdevs_40\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Enable Mileage on Mobile<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open the app, tap Mileage, and allow location access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The app then detects drives in the background.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-swipe-to-sort-trips'  id=\"boomdevs_41\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Swipe to Sort Trips<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Swipe right for business trips and left for personal ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each business drive gets the current deduction rate applied.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Use the FreshBooks Mileage Tracker | FreshBooks Accounting\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YZC5r3aXD3I?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> The Mileage tab shows a running deduction total for the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-export-for-your-accountant'  id=\"boomdevs_42\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Export for Your Accountant<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open the mileage report and export it as a file.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Send it to your accountant with the rest of your year-end reports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> Deductible miles are captured instead of forgotten.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Review trips every Friday, because the app cannot guess which drives were personal errands.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content 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kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='freshbooks-pro-tips-and-shortcuts'  id=\"boomdevs_43\" id=\"freshbooks-pro-tips-and-shortcuts\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FreshBooks Pro Tips and Shortcuts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After two years inside the FreshBooks platform, these are the helpful tips I keep coming back to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Keyboard Shortcuts<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Action<\/th><th>Shortcut<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Open global search<\/td><td>\/<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Create a new invoice<\/td><td>Shift + I<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Log new expenses<\/td><td>Shift + E<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Start or stop the timer<\/td><td>Shift + T<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Hidden Features Most People Miss<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Recurring templates:<\/strong> Save any invoice as a template and FreshBooks bills that client on schedule forever.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Journal entries:<\/strong> Plus plans let you create journal entries by hand for adjustments your bank feed cannot see.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Client portal notes:<\/strong> Clients can reply on the invoice itself, which keeps approval history with the bill.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Retainer reports:<\/strong> Track drawn-down hours against prepaid blocks so you know when to top clients up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FreshBooks-Top-Benefits.png\" alt=\"Top Benefits of FreshBooks\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn 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#3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/freshbooks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Try FreshBooks for free<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='freshbooks-common-mistakes-to-avoid'  id=\"boomdevs_44\" id=\"freshbooks-common-mistakes-to-avoid\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FreshBooks Common Mistakes to Avoid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Mistake #1: Skipping Bank Reconciliation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u274c Wrong:<\/strong> Importing transactions and never matching them against your statement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Right:<\/strong> Reconcile monthly so your financial reporting matches the money that actually moved.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Mistake #2: Sending Invoices Without Payment Terms<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u274c Wrong:<\/strong> Emailing invoices with no due date, then wondering why nobody paid.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Right:<\/strong> Set net-14 terms, switch on automatic payment reminders, and add late fees.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Mistake #3: Leaving Expenses Uncategorized<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u274c Wrong:<\/strong> Letting receipts pile up untagged until March, then guessing at expense categories.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 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wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/freshbooks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Try FreshBooks for free<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='freshbooks-troubleshooting'  id=\"boomdevs_45\" id=\"freshbooks-troubleshooting\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FreshBooks Troubleshooting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Problem: Bank Feed Stopped Importing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cause:<\/strong> Your bank changed its login rules, so the connection expired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fix:<\/strong> Open Banking, click the flagged account, and re-enter your password to reauthorize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Problem: Client Says the Invoice Never Arrived<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cause:<\/strong> Invoice emails often land in spam or in an unmonitored billing inbox.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fix:<\/strong> Check the invoice status for Viewed, then resend or share the client portal link directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Problem: Reports Show the Wrong Income<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cause:<\/strong> Duplicate entries appear when a payment is recorded by hand and imported by the bank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fix:<\/strong> Open the Expenses and Payments screens, filter by date, and delete the duplicate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udccc <strong>Note:<\/strong> If none of these help, the FreshBooks support team answers by phone and email.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div 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101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='what-is-freshbooks'  id=\"boomdevs_46\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is FreshBooks?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>FreshBooks<\/strong> is cloud-based accounting software that helps <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-crm-for-small-business\" title=\"small business\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150009\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">small business<\/a> owners handle invoices, expenses, and online payments without hiring a bookkeeper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Think of it as a billing <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/ai-chatbots\" title=\"assistant\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150000\">assistant<\/a> that also keeps your books tidy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Watch this quick overview:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Freshbooks Review - What I think after 2 years of using Freshbooks\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EOZVrISFPrw?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It includes these key features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Custom Invoicing:<\/strong> Design and send invoices that carry your own branding and terms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Easy Navigation:<\/strong> A plain sidebar that keeps every tool one click away.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Payment Management:<\/strong> Collect online payments and reconcile them without manual entry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advanced Payments:<\/strong> Recurring billing and saved cards for retainer work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Apps Integration:<\/strong> Hundreds of connections to the other tools you already run.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time Tracking:<\/strong> A built-in timer that turns logged hours into billable lines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Expense Categorizing:<\/strong> Automatic categories that keep managing expenses painless.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Project Management:<\/strong> Project workspaces that keep scope, files, and billing together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mileage Tracking:<\/strong> Automatic drive logging for anyone who bills windshield time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">FreshBooks customers get paid an average of five days faster than businesses that bill by hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a full review, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/freshbooks\">FreshBooks review<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FreshBooks-Introduction-980x444.png\" alt=\"What is FreshBooks\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns148460_0a3622-13\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn 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#3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn148460_0dfc5b-47 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/freshbooks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">Try FreshBooks for free<\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='freshbooks-pricing'  id=\"boomdevs_47\" id=\"freshbooks-pricing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FreshBooks Pricing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what FreshBooks costs in 2026:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Plan<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Best For<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Lite<\/td><td>$21\/month<\/td><td>Freelancers billing up to five clients<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Plus<\/td><td>$38\/month<\/td><td>Owners needing a balance sheet and journal entries<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Premium<\/td><td>$65\/month<\/td><td>Growing firms with unlimited clients and projects<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Select<\/td><td>Custom<\/td><td>Larger teams wanting a dedicated account manager<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Free trial:<\/strong> Yes \u2014 30 days, no card required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Money-back guarantee:<\/strong> No formal guarantee, but you can cancel any month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure 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101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='freshbooks-vs-alternatives'  id=\"boomdevs_48\" id=\"freshbooks-vs-alternatives\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FreshBooks vs Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So how does FreshBooks compare against other accounting software?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Tool<\/th><th>Best For<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Rating<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>FreshBooks<\/strong><\/td><td>Client invoicing and time tracking<\/td><td>$21\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/puzzle-io\" title=\"Puzzle IO\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150011\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Puzzle IO<\/a><\/td><td>Startups wanting automated books<\/td><td>$42.50\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 3.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dext<\/td><td>Receipt capture<\/td><td>$25.21\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/xero\" title=\"Xero\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150032\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Xero<\/a><\/td><td>Growing businesses<\/td><td>$5.80\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Synder<\/td><td>eCommerce sellers<\/td><td>$52\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/easy-month-end\" title=\"Easy Month End\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150005\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Easy Month End<\/a><\/td><td>Close checklists<\/td><td>$45\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 3.8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/docyt\" title=\"Docyt\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"149998\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Docyt<\/a><\/td><td>Multi-location firms<\/td><td>$299\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/sage\" title=\"Sage\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150010\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sage<\/a><\/td><td>Traditional accounting<\/td><td>$18\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.2<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Quick picks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best overall:<\/strong> FreshBooks \u2014 easiest way to send invoices and get paid on time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best budget:<\/strong> <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wave\" title=\"Wave\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wave<\/a> \u2014 free invoicing for freelancers watching every dollar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best for beginners:<\/strong> FreshBooks \u2014 nothing here assumes you know debits from credits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best for deep accounting:<\/strong> <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/quickbooks\" title=\"QuickBooks\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150004\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">QuickBooks<\/a> \u2014 more accountants know it inside out.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">\ud83c\udfaf FreshBooks Alternatives<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for FreshBooks alternatives? Here are the top options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83d\ude80 <strong>Puzzle IO:<\/strong> Automated bookkeeping built for venture-backed startups that live inside their accounting data.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcca <strong>Dext:<\/strong> Receipt and document capture that feeds clean data into your existing books.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udf1f <strong>Xero:<\/strong> Full double-entry accounting with unlimited users on every plan and deep bank feeds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\uded2 <strong>Synder:<\/strong> Syncs Shopify, Amazon, and Stripe sales into your books line by line.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 <strong>Easy Month End:<\/strong> Month-end close checklists that keep bookkeeping teams on the same schedule.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udfe2 <strong>Docyt:<\/strong> AI bookkeeping for <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/accounting-software-for-restaurants\" title=\"restaurant\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150012\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">restaurant<\/a> groups and franchises with many locations to reconcile.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd27 <strong>Sage:<\/strong> Long-established accounting with inventory and payroll modules for established firms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcbc <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/zoho-books\" title=\"Zoho Books\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150013\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Zoho Books<\/a>:<\/strong> Affordable books that plug into the wider Zoho suite of business apps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcb0 <strong>Wave:<\/strong> Free invoicing and accounting for freelancers who only pay transaction fees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udfe0 <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/quicken\" title=\"Quicken\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150019\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Quicken<\/a>:<\/strong> Personal and light business finance tracking for landlords and sole traders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udce5 <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/hubdoc\" title=\"Hubdoc\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hubdoc<\/a>:<\/strong> Pulls bills and statements from vendors automatically, then files them for you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83e\uddfe <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/expensify\" title=\"Expensify\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150030\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Expensify<\/a>:<\/strong> Expense reports and corporate cards for teams that reimburse staff often.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2b50 <strong>QuickBooks:<\/strong> The most widely used accounting software, with the deepest accountant support network.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u26a1 <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/autoentry\" title=\"AutoEntry\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150014\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AutoEntry<\/a>:<\/strong> Scans invoices and receipts, then publishes the data into your ledger.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/netsuite\" title=\"NetSuite\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150029\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NetSuite<\/a>:<\/strong> Enterprise resource planning with accounting, inventory, and reporting for large companies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the full list, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/freshbooks-alternatives\">FreshBooks alternatives<\/a> guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">\u2694\ufe0f FreshBooks Compared<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how FreshBooks stacks up against each competitor:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/puzzle-io-vs-freshbooks\" title=\"FreshBooks vs Puzzle IO\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FreshBooks vs Puzzle IO<\/a>:<\/strong> FreshBooks wins on invoicing and client work. Puzzle IO suits startup finance teams better.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/dext-vs-freshbooks\" title=\"FreshBooks vs Dext\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150034\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FreshBooks vs Dext<\/a>:<\/strong> Dext only captures paperwork. FreshBooks is the full accounting software around it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/xero-vs-freshbooks\" title=\"FreshBooks vs Xero\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150016\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FreshBooks vs Xero<\/a>:<\/strong> Xero costs less per seat. FreshBooks is easier for non-accountants to learn quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/synder-vs-freshbooks\" title=\"FreshBooks vs Synder\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FreshBooks vs Synder<\/a>:<\/strong> Synder handles high-volume eCommerce. FreshBooks handles service billing and client invoices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/easy-month-end-vs-freshbooks\" title=\"FreshBooks vs Easy Month End\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150003\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FreshBooks vs Easy Month End<\/a>:<\/strong> Easy Month End manages the close. FreshBooks actually runs the daily books.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/docyt-vs-freshbooks\" title=\"FreshBooks vs Docyt\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150008\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FreshBooks vs Docyt<\/a>:<\/strong> Docyt costs far more. FreshBooks fits solo operators and small teams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/sage-vs-freshbooks\" title=\"FreshBooks vs Sage\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150027\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FreshBooks vs Sage<\/a>:<\/strong> Sage offers deeper modules. FreshBooks offers a friendlier interface and faster setup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/zoho-books-vs-freshbooks\" title=\"FreshBooks vs Zoho Books\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150017\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FreshBooks vs Zoho Books<\/a>:<\/strong> Zoho Books is cheaper. FreshBooks has better invoicing and stronger client-facing features.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wave-vs-freshbooks\" title=\"FreshBooks vs Wave\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150015\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FreshBooks vs Wave<\/a>:<\/strong> Wave costs nothing to start. FreshBooks adds time tracking, projects, and real support.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/quicken-vs-freshbooks\" title=\"FreshBooks vs Quicken\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150028\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FreshBooks vs Quicken<\/a>:<\/strong> Quicken leans personal. FreshBooks is built for client billing and business finances.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/hubdoc-vs-freshbooks\" title=\"FreshBooks vs Hubdoc\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FreshBooks vs Hubdoc<\/a>:<\/strong> Hubdoc only collects documents. FreshBooks records, bills, and reports on them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/expensify-vs-freshbooks\" title=\"FreshBooks vs Expensify\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150035\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FreshBooks vs Expensify<\/a>:<\/strong> Expensify is built for reimbursements. FreshBooks covers invoicing and full accounting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/quickbooks-vs-freshbooks\" title=\"FreshBooks vs QuickBooks\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150020\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FreshBooks vs QuickBooks<\/a>:<\/strong> QuickBooks has more depth. FreshBooks is easier to learn and faster to invoice with.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/autoentry-vs-freshbooks\" title=\"FreshBooks vs AutoEntry\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FreshBooks vs AutoEntry<\/a>:<\/strong> AutoEntry is an add-on. FreshBooks is the accounting platform it would feed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/freshbooks-vs-netsuite\" title=\"FreshBooks vs NetSuite\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"150031\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FreshBooks vs NetSuite<\/a>:<\/strong> NetSuite serves enterprises. 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Invoicing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Easy Navigation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Payment Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Advanced Payments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Apps Integration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Time Tracking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Expense Categorizing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Project Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Mileage Tracking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Next step:<\/strong> Pick one feature and try it today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most people start with Custom Invoicing, because that is where the money is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It takes less than five minutes to send your first bill.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns148460_0a3622-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns148460_0a3622-13, .site .entry-content 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FreshBooks records payments, sorts expenses, and builds your reports from that activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:10px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Is FreshBooks easier to use than QuickBooks?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For invoicing and time tracking, yes. QuickBooks offers deeper accounting features, but FreshBooks has the simpler learning curve for freelancers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:10px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">How much do FreshBooks cost monthly?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lite is $21\/month, Plus is $38\/month, and Premium is $65\/month. 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