Client portal software built for freelancers, not enterprises
Most client portal software is designed for teams of 20. ClientDesk is built for the freelancer managing 3-10 clients who needs something professional, fast to set up, and not bloated.
Free forever for 1 client. Pro from $12/mo. Takes 10 minutes.
Enterprise portal software requires a sales call. ClientDesk takes 10 minutes and your first client portal is live.
What's included
Everything a freelancer needs from a portal
Branded Portal
Custom logo, colors, and a professional client-facing experience that matches your brand.
File Sharing
Upload deliverables up to 100 MB each. Clients download with one click, no signup.
Project Tracking
Show progress, phases, and status. Clients stay informed without chasing you.
In-Portal Messaging
Real-time messaging right inside the portal. No more scattered email threads.
Magic Link Access
Clients click a link and they're in. No passwords, no friction, no support tickets.
White-Label
Remove all ClientDesk branding. Your clients only see your name and logo.
Comparison
How ClientDesk stacks up
Against the other client portal software freelancers most often compare.
Testimonials
What freelancers are saying
4 clients onboarded in one afternoon“I was emailing Dropbox links and hoping clients found the right file. Set up ClientDesk in 10 minutes, moved 4 active clients over that afternoon, and my first client said it looked 'really professional.' Haven't sent a file over email since.”
Cut status emails by 80%“My clients used to email me 3-4 times a week asking 'what's the status?' Now they check the portal themselves. I tracked it for a month and went from 12 status update emails per week down to 1 or 2. That's hours I get back every week.”
Switched from Dubsado in 15 minutes“I tried Dubsado and HoneyBook before this. Both wanted me to learn a whole CRM just to share project files. ClientDesk does the portal part and does it well. I was up and running in under 15 minutes with white-label branding.”
Zero login friction for clients“The magic link is genius. I have clients who can barely open a PDF, so asking them to create an account was never going to work. Now I send one link and they see everything: files, progress, messages. No login issues at all.”
FAQ
Common questions
What is client portal software?
A dedicated space where you share files, project updates, and messages with clients. Replaces the scattered email plus Dropbox plus spreadsheet workflow that most freelancers use. Your client gets one link. Everything they need is there.
How is ClientDesk different from project management software like Asana or Monday?
Project management tools are for your internal team. Client portal software is for sharing work with clients. ClientDesk gives clients a clean, branded view of their projects without exposing your internal workflow.
What does client portal software cost?
ClientDesk is free for 1 client. Pro is $12/mo (10 clients, 5 GB storage, file sharing, messaging). Business is $29/mo (unlimited clients, 25 GB, custom domain). Enterprise portal solutions can cost hundreds per month.
Does my client need to install anything?
No. Clients access the portal through any web browser. No app download, no account creation required.
Can I try ClientDesk for free?
Yes. The Free plan is free forever for 1 client and includes project tracking and portal access. No credit card required.
Is ClientDesk suitable for agencies?
Yes. Business ($29/mo) includes unlimited clients and a custom domain. Agencies with 10 or fewer clients often find Pro ($12/mo) sufficient. For very large agencies, ClientDesk may be too simple.
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