Best Payroll Software for Self-Employed & Freelancers.
Finally, payroll software built for small businesses that work with freelancers.
Hiring freelancers and self-employed professionals gives small businesses flexibility, but managing payments and tax forms can quickly become complicated. FRIDAY helps small businesses simplify payroll for self-employed workers by keeping payments, records, and tax documentation organized in one place. Whether you work with contractors occasionally or rely on freelancers every month, FRIDAY helps you pay them correctly and stay compliant without manual tracking.
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Product overview
Pay freelancers with confidence
Simple, Compliant Payroll for Contractor Payments
FRIDAY’s payroll software for self-employed and freelancers helps small businesses manage contractor payments without spreadsheets or last-minute tax stress. Pay freelancers through clear payment records, track totals over time, and generate tax-ready documentation to support 1099 reporting.
You get a consistent payroll workflow that works whether you pay freelancers weekly, monthly, or per project.
Perfect for: Small businesses, agencies, startups, and service companies that hire freelancers and independent contractors.
- 4.9
- Rated by small business owners
Track contractor hours and project time
Built-In Time Tracking for Freelancers
FRIDAY helps businesses track contractor time without back-and-forth emails or manual logs. Freelancers can submit hours from mobile or desktop, and approved time flows directly into payroll records. This makes it easier to verify work and ensure accurate billing.
Key Features:
- Hourly and project-based time tracking
- Mobile and desktop access
- Simple review and approval flows
- Payroll-ready time records
- 4.9
- Rated by small business owners
Track contractor availability easily
Visibility Without Managing PTO
While freelancers do not receive PTO like employees, FRIDAY helps businesses track availability and planned time off. This helps managers plan workloads, deadlines, and coverage without formal HR policies.
Availability Features:
- Log planned time off or unavailable dates
- Clear visibility for managers
- No PTO accrual rules required
- Simple scheduling support
- 4.9
- Rated by small business owners
Keep contractor payroll organized
Simple Communication for Business Owners
FRIDAY includes built-in communication tools to keep payroll notes, reminders, and updates in one place. This helps businesses stay aligned with freelancers without relying on scattered emails or external tools.
Communication Features:
- Centralized notes and reminders
- Simple messaging access
- Mobile-friendly design
- 4.9
- Rated by small business owners
Optional time logging for shared workspaces
Flexible Time Tracking Without Hardware Costs
For businesses that work with on-site freelancers or shared workspaces, FRIDAY’s kiosk mode allows secure time logging from a shared tablet. PIN or facial recognition helps confirm accurate entries.
Smart Features:
- Tablet-based setup
- PIN or facial recognition sign-in
- Ideal for shared offices or field locations
- Available in English and Spanish
- 4.9
- Rated by small business owners
Manage freelancer payroll on the go
Payroll in Your Pocket
FRIDAY’s mobile app lets business owners manage freelancer payroll from anywhere. Review time entries, track payments, and stay organized even when you are away from the office.
Mobile Capabilities:
- Payroll access anytime
- Time review and approvals
- Real-time notifications
- Spanish support included
- 4.9
- Rated by small business owners
Connect payroll with your accounting system
Keep Contractor Records Organized
FRIDAY integrates with QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop to help businesses maintain accurate and up-to-date contractor payroll records. Payroll data syncs automatically to support bookkeeping and tax preparation.
Supported Integrations:
- QuickBooks Online
- QuickBooks Desktop
- 4.9
- Rated by small business owners
Everything you need to
manage freelancer payroll
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Security standards that
protect your business data
FRIDAY provides a secure environment for managing payroll and contractor payment records. Industry-standard protections help safeguard sensitive financial data.
- All data encrypted in transit and at rest
- Scalable, secure infrastructure
- Continuous system health checks
- Web Application Firewall (WAF) checks and filters
Get Expert Payroll Without the Enterprise Price Tag
Join small businesses that trust FRIDAY to manage freelancer payroll simply and reliably. Start your 14-day free trial with onboarding support and no long-term contracts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do small businesses pay freelancers correctly?
FRIDAY helps businesses track payments, keep records organized, and prepare tax-ready documentation for freelancers.
Can FRIDAY handle payments for multiple freelancers?
Yes. FRIDAY supports paying multiple freelancers with flexible schedules and clear records.
Does FRIDAY help with 1099 preparation?
FRIDAY keeps payment records organized to support accurate 1099 reporting.
Can freelancers track time for payroll?
Yes. Freelancers can submit hours from mobile or desktop for approval.
How quickly can a business start using FRIDAY for freelancers?
Most businesses can complete setup and start managing freelancer payroll within a few days.
Choose FRIDAY
Choosing the right payroll software helps small businesses work with freelancers confidently and stay organized year-round. FRIDAY keeps freelancer payroll simple, clear, and manageable.
Join businesses that trust FRIDAY to pay self-employed workers accurately and on time.
