Getting Started

Welcome to Hustle

Hustle is a simple, no-nonsense invoicing and CRM tool designed for freelancers, sole traders, contractors, and small businesses in the UK. No bloat, no complicated features you'll never use - just the essentials to help you get paid faster.

This guide will take you from signing up to sending your first professional invoice in just a few minutes.

Choose Your Plan

Hustle offers three simple plans to fit your needs. All plans include access to the dashboard, client management, and PDF export. Prices exclude VAT.

Not sure which plan is right for you? Pro is our most popular choice for busy freelancers who need unlimited invoicing and want their brand to shine.

Setting Up Your Account

Follow these steps to get your Hustle account ready for invoicing:

1. Create your account Sign up with your email address and choose a secure password. You'll receive a confirmation email to verify your account.
2. Enter your company details Navigate to Settings and enter your business name, company number (if applicable), VAT number, and registered address. This information will appear on all your invoices.
3. Upload your logo Add your company logo in Settings > Logo. This gives your invoices a professional, branded look. Pro & Business
4. Add your bank details Go to Settings > Bank Details and enter your account name, bank name, sort code, and account number. This makes it easy for clients to pay you.
5. Configure invoice settings Set your default payment terms, invoice number format, and any standard footer text you want on all invoices.

Adding Your First Client

Before you can create an invoice, you need to add a client:

1. Go to Clients Click "Clients" in the sidebar to open the client management area.
2. Add a company Click the "Add" button and enter your client's company name, address, and contact details.
3. Add a contact (optional) Switch to the Contacts tab to add individual people at the company, including their job title, email, and phone number.

Creating Your First Invoice

Now you're ready to create your first invoice:

1. Start a new invoice Click "New Invoice" from the Dashboard or go to Invoices and click "Add".
2. Enter invoice details Add a title, invoice date, and due date. Optionally include a PO number and summary.
3. Select your client Choose the client you created and confirm their billing address.
4. Add line items Enter your services or products with descriptions, quantities, rates, and VAT rates. The totals calculate automatically.
5. Preview and save Review how your invoice looks, then click Save to create it.
6. Download and send Download your invoice as a PDF and email it to your client.

Using the Mobile App

Hustle works brilliantly on your phone. The mobile app gives you full access to all features with a touch-friendly interface designed for on-the-go invoicing.

Mobile Navigation

The mobile app uses a bottom navigation bar with five main areas:

• Home - Your dashboard with balance overview and recent activity
• CRM - Manage companies and contacts
• + Button - Quick create menu for new invoices, contacts, or companies
• Invoices - View and manage all your invoices
• Settings - Account and business settings

Quick Create

Tap the central + button to quickly create:

• New Invoice
• New Contact
• New Company

What's Next?

Now that you've sent your first invoice, explore these features:

• Dashboard - Track your outstanding payments and business overview
• Client Management - Build your client database with companies and contacts
• Custom Theming - Match your invoice colours to your brand Pro & Business
• Invoice History - View and manage all your past invoices