For UK freelancers and sole traders
Run the work. Let TaxHalo handle the tax admin.
Log your income and expenses in seconds. See a live estimate of what you’ll owe. Get prompts for the deductions that belong to you — without learning bookkeeping.
No jargon. No spreadsheets. Free to start.
What you’re dealing with
- Income arriving from several clients, often at irregular intervals.
- A pile of receipts you keep meaning to deal with later.
- Wondering which expenses are actually allowable.
- Self Assessment, payments on account, and now Making Tax Digital on the horizon.
How TaxHalo helps
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Add income and expenses in seconds
Type them in, import a spreadsheet, or connect your bank. TaxHalo suggests the right category as you go.
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Receipt scanning
Snap a receipt and TaxHalo pulls out the date, amount, and category — no more shoeboxes.
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Live tax estimate
Know what you’ll owe at any moment, including National Insurance and payments on account.
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MTD-ready records
Your records are kept digitally and structured for quarterly updates, so you’re ready when the rules apply to you.
What you’ll see in TaxHalo
A live dashboard showing income, allowable expenses, and your estimated bill — with deadlines you can act on.
Common freelancer questions
What expenses can I claim as a sole trader?
TaxHalo prompts you for the common allowable categories — office costs, travel, mobile and broadband used for work, software, professional fees, and more — based on what you tell it about your work.
Can I import my bank transactions?
Yes. You can import via CSV, or connect securely through Open Banking on the Essentials plan and above. TaxHalo will suggest categories automatically.
What is Making Tax Digital, and does it affect me?
HMRC is moving self-employed people and landlords above a certain income onto digital record-keeping with quarterly updates. TaxHalo keeps you ready automatically. Read the official guidance on GOV.UK →
What about National Insurance and payments on account?
Both are included in your live estimate, so the numbers you see are realistic — not just income tax in isolation.
Do I have to file through TaxHalo?
No. You can use it purely to stay organised, then file however you prefer. Direct submission to HMRC is available on the Growth plan if you want it.
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A quick note. TaxHalo gives general guidance to help you stay organised and make better tax decisions. It isn’t personalised tax, legal, or financial advice. For advice on your specific situation, speak to a qualified accountant or adviser.