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Before you get started with FreeAgent, here’s everything you need to know as a NatWest or Royal Bank of Scotland business current account holder.
What's FreeAgent?
FreeAgent was founded by three small business owners who understood how important it is to have a clear, real-time view of your business performance. Over 200,000 of the UK’s small businesses use our secure and award-winning software.
Suitable for both new and established businesses
A dedicated support team of friendly experts
Manage your business finances hassle-free
Remember, it's free for as long as you retain your NatWest or Royal Bank of Scotland business current account (optional add-ons may be chargeable).
Big features for small businesses
FreeAgent’s powerful features are designed to take the stress out of time-consuming business admin.
We’re here to help
UK-based support
Get in touch with our award-winning support team by using the ‘Help’ button on our ‘Contact us’ page.
The Knowledge Base
Our extensive Knowledge Base is an encyclopedia of all things FreeAgent, available 24/7.
I can't tell you how much time FreeAgent saves me. I love how simple it is to use and I actually understand my accounts a lot more now. It helps me keep everything so organised.
Frankie Noone
Makeup artist and owner of Makeup by Frankie
NatWest FreeAgent user
Award-winning software… with award-winning support
Winner
2024 UK Customer Experience Awards - SME
Silver for Customers at the Heart of Everything
Winner
2024, 2023, 2022, 2020 and 2019 ICB Luca Awards
Friendliest Software of the Year
Winner
2024 Contracting Awards
Best Contractor Accounting Software
Top Product
2021 and 2020 AccountingWEB Software Awards
SME Accounting / Bookkeeping Software
Ready to get started? It's as easy as 1, 2, 3
A FreeAgent welcome email is usually sent within 24 hours of opening your bank account, so you just need to follow the steps below to get going.
- Check your inbox for your welcome email
- Click on the link and create a password
- You're good to go!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is accounting software?
Businesses and accounting professionals use accounting software to process financial transactions, store financial data and automate bookkeeping and accounting tasks. FreeAgent exists online, which means that you can access your data from devices connected to the internet, like a laptop or mobile phone. Check out our accounting glossary for more details.
Is FreeAgent really free?
As a business current account holder, you can access FreeAgent for free as long as you retain your bank account. Once you’ve set up your free account, you may choose to add one or more optional add-ons, depending on your business’s specific needs. These offer enhanced functionality and may be chargeable.
Is there a time limit to activate my account?
If you do not set up a password, your account will be deleted in line with FreeAgent’s Privacy Policy.
What tax returns can be submitted through FreeAgent?
Self Assessment and VAT returns can be submitted directly to HMRC through FreeAgent, as well as Real Time Information (RTI) payroll.
What if I already work with an accountant or bookkeeper?
If you already have an accountant or bookkeeper, it’s free to add them as a user. As FreeAgent automates many basic bookkeeping tasks, it gives your advisor more time to focus their expertise on your business’s performance. As information in FreeAgent is updated in real-time, it also makes errors or potential problems easier to spot and fix right away.
If I've been using another software, can I move across?
Yes. Migrating to any new system can take time but there are simple steps to make it quicker. For example, moving data at either your year-end or the end of a VAT quarter makes the process much easier. If you have an accountant, they can often help with this. Alternatively, our award-winning UK-based support team can walk you through the process.