Free accounting software for small businesses

Get FreeAgent for free for as long as you retain a business bank account with NatWest, Royal Bank of Scotland or Ulster Bank, or with a Mettle bank account if you make at least one transaction a month.

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Access the full version of FreeAgent
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NatWest

As a NatWest business current account holder, you can access the full version of FreeAgent. It's completely free as long as you retain your bank account - a saving of a minimum of £150 per year (based on FreeAgent's lowest tariff).

Once you're all set, we'll invite you for a free welcome call with a member of our friendly support team and send you helpful email guides designed to show you around your shiny new account.

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Royal Bank of Scotland

As a Royal Bank of Scotland business current account holder, you can access the full version of FreeAgent. It's completely free as long as you retain your bank account - a saving of a minimum of £150 per year (based on FreeAgent's lowest tariff).

Once you're all set, we'll invite you for a free welcome call with a member of our friendly support team and send you helpful email guides designed to show you around your shiny new account.

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Ulster Bank

As an Ulster Bank business current account holder, you can access the full version of FreeAgent. It's completely free as long as you retain your bank account - a saving of a minimum of £150 per year (based on FreeAgent's lowest tariff).

Once you're all set, we'll invite you for a free welcome call with a member of our friendly support team and send you helpful email guides designed to show you around your shiny new account.

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Mettle

As a Mettle business bank account holder, you can access the full version of FreeAgent. It's completely free as long as you make at least one transaction per month through your account - a saving of a minimum of £150 per year (based on FreeAgent's lowest tariff).

Once you're all set, we'll invite you for a free welcome call with a member of our friendly support team and send you helpful email guides designed to show you around your shiny new account.

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If you bank elsewhere

You can still subscribe to FreeAgent directly. Get 50% off your first six months and a 30-day free trial.

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Accountant or bookkeeper? Find out how to get free software for your clients.

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It's the whole package for your business admin

Everything you need to manage your bookkeeping, in one perfectly sized parcel.

  • Nail the daily admin

    Enjoy easy-peasy invoicing, expenses and projects.

  • Relax about tax

    Discover fuss-free Self Assessment and VAT filing, directly to HMRC.

  • Get connected

    See the big picture with bank feeds, cashflow forecasting and smart insights.

FreeAgent features explained
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I can't tell you how much time FreeAgent saves me. I love how simple it is to use.

Voted the UK's #1 bookkeeping software for small businesses

Winner
2022, 2020 and 2019 ICB Luca Awards
Friendliest Software of the Year
Top Product
2021 and 2020 AccountingWEB Software Awards
Data & Expense Management Software
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Winner
2021 ICB Luca Awards
Client App of the Year
Top Product
2021 and 2020 AccountingWEB Software Awards
SME Accounting / Bookkeeping Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is accounting software?

Accounting software is a digital tool that helps businesses manage their financial admin and tax responsibilities. Accounting software, like FreeAgent, is designed to automate away tedious, manual admin tasks and make managing your bookkeeping borderline enjoyable (if we do say so ourselves).

Is FreeAgent really free?

If you have a business bank account with either NatWest, Royal Bank of Scotland or Ulster Bank, you're entitled to a completely free FreeAgent account for as long as you retain your bank account. If you have a Mettle bank account, you get FreeAgent for free as long as you make at least one transaction per month through your Mettle account. FreeAgent was acquired by NatWest Group in 2018 but remains operationally independent.

Is FreeAgent Making Tax Digital (MTD)-compatible?

Yes, FreeAgent is an HMRC-recognised product for submitting MTD-compliant VAT returns.

Can accountants and bookkeepers get FreeAgent for free for their clients?
Can I import my data into FreeAgent?

Yes! If you're using spreadsheets or other accounting software, you'll find that FreeAgent is a breath of fresh air. It's been specifically designed for small business owners like you, and it's easy to use. Our superstar support team is on hand to show you how, or you can watch our step-by-step video.

Does FreeAgent have a support team?

Yes, and they're the best! Our crack team of friendly, UK-based accounting experts are available by phone, email and live chat.

We also offer a comprehensive Knowledge Base packed with helpful step-by-step guides, a hand-picked collection of Getting Started videos and tips just for newbies and of course, our regularly updated small business blog filled with all the latest news and helpful content.