About FreeSquire
A squire carries the knight's gear and handles the unglamorous prep so the knight can win the day. That's the job here - for you.
FreeSquire exists because most freelancers quietly undercharge. They take a salary they'd like, divide by 2,080 hours, quote that number - and never account for self-employment taxes, their own expenses, unpaid admin time, or the gaps between clients. The result is talented people earning less than they did with a regular job while carrying all of the risk.
We build free, no-nonsense calculators that do the math employees never have to. No sign-ups, no email walls, no fluff - just plug in your real numbers and get an honest answer about what to charge, what you'll owe, and what you'll actually keep.
How we stay free
The tools cost nothing because some links to freelancer software are affiliate links that earn us a small commission. That never changes the numbers or the advice - see our disclosure. It just keeps the lights on so the calculators stay free for everyone.
A note on accuracy
Everything here is an estimate to help you think clearly, not professional financial or tax advice. Tax rules vary by location and change over time; for decisions that matter, talk to a qualified professional. We update our figures as the numbers change.
Got a tool you wish existed? Tell us on the contact page - the squire takes requests.