Manage clients, not chaos
The free CRM that helps freelancers track leads, send invoices, and grow their business — without the enterprise complexity.
The freelancer struggle is real
You're great at your craft. But managing the business side? That's where things fall apart.
Scattered tools
Your client info lives in Gmail, Notes, spreadsheets, and sticky notes. Nothing talks to each other.
Forgotten follow-ups
You meant to follow up last Tuesday. Now it's been 3 weeks and the lead went cold.
Manual invoicing
Copy-pasting invoice details into Word docs. Chasing payments via email. Sound familiar?
Lead16 works for every freelancer
Whether you code, write, shoot, or design — Lead16 adapts to how you work.
Developers
Track project leads, manage retainers, and invoice clients without leaving your workflow.
Writers & Editors
Keep pitches, editorial contacts, and deadlines organized in one place.
Photographers
Manage bookings, track shoot inquiries, and send invoices to clients seamlessly.
Designers
Move projects from discovery to delivery with a visual pipeline built for creative work.
Marketers
Nurture prospects, track campaign leads, and measure ROI in one dashboard.
Virtual Assistants
Juggle multiple clients, tasks, and schedules without dropping the ball.
Everything a freelancer needs
Six powerful features designed for the way freelancers actually work.
Contact Manager
Manage all your clients, prospects, and referral sources in one searchable place. Add notes, tags, and history to every contact.
Visual Pipeline
See every deal from initial inquiry to final payment in a drag-and-drop board. Know exactly where each opportunity stands.
Email Integration
Sync your Gmail or Outlook inbox. Track email opens, log conversations automatically, and never lose a thread again.
Built-in Invoicing
Create professional invoices and send them in a few clicks. Get paid faster with online payment links and automatic reminders.
Automated Follow-ups
Set it and forget it. Schedule follow-up emails, get task reminders, and let automations keep your pipeline moving.
Offline Mode
Work from coffee shops, airports, or anywhere without Wi-Fi. Your data syncs automatically when you reconnect.
Lead16 vs. the alternatives
See why freelancers choose Lead16 over bloated enterprise tools and makeshift workarounds.
| Feature | Lead16 | HubSpot Free | Notion | Google Sheets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contact management | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Pipeline view | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Email tracking | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Invoicing | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Automation | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Offline mode | ✓ | — | — | ✓ |
| Mobile app | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Price | Free | Free | $10/mo | Free |
I tried HubSpot but it was overkill. Notion wasn't a real CRM. Lead16 is the Goldilocks — just right for a one-person business.
Free. No, really.
Everything you need to run your freelance business — without spending a dime.
Need more? Growth plan starts at $29/mo
Your freelance business deserves a real CRM
Join thousands of freelancers already using Lead16 to manage clients, win projects, and get paid on time.