OTO work
oto is a comprehensive financial tool designed specifically for freelancers. It combines multiple functionalities such as invoicing, time t...
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What is OTO work?
oto is a comprehensive financial and workflow automation tool designed specifically for freelancers to run their entire business on auto. It combines proposals, contracts, invoices, time-tracking, expenses, and client management all in one place. The platform enables freelancers to create AI-powered proposals tailored to their projects, use legally vetted AI-powered secure contracts, and invoice tracked hours in a single click whether working hourly or per project.
Key features include automated proposals, contracts and invoices, easy client management with the ability to share progress including hours, invoices, proposals, and contracts with clients. The tool offers live time tracking where freelancers can record hours and share logged hours with clients via a link, expense management with receipt upload and categorization for accounting, and fast payments through Stripe or PayPal integration accepting 135+ global currencies.
oto is ideal for modern freelancers who need an all-in-one solution to simplify their freelance workflow. It serves freelance professionals across various fields including music, pet sitting, makeup artistry, influencing, copywriting, and videography. The platform offers payment reminders, recurring invoices for retainer fees, customizable branding with logo and brand color, online timesheets, weekly reports, real-time notifications, and partial payment options.
The tool is currently in beta and available on desktop with a mobile app planned. Freelancers can join for free, get instant proposal approvals online, use e-signature functionality for contracts in seconds, and benefit from auto-response email customization to keep clients updated.
OTO work pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
oto offers a free plan, a Starter plan starting at $6 per month, and a Pro plan starting at $24 per month. The free plan includes unlimited invoices & payments, unlimited proposals & contracts, unlimited time tracking, unlimited expense tracking, and Client CRM, but is limited to 1 client to manage and 250 oto AI Credits. Yearly subscription gets 2 months free. Users receive full payment for invoices without oto deductions, only paying Stripe or PayPal processing fees. oto supports 135+ currencies and is PCI DSS compliant.
OTO work pros
- Unlimited invoices and payments on all plans
- Unlimited proposals and contracts included
- Unlimited time tracking available
- Unlimited expense tracking included
- AI-powered proposal generation tailored to projects
- Legally vetted AI-powered secure contracts
- Invoice tracked hours in a single click
- 135+ global currencies supported for remote work
- Stripe and PayPal integration for online payments
- Payment reminders for overdue client payments
- Recurring invoices for retainer fees
- Customizable branding with logo and brand color
- Online timesheet to share live logged hours with clients
- e-Signature functionality for instant contract signing
- Client CRM for managing client relationships
- Receipt upload and expense categorization for taxes
- Partial payment option for clients
- Collect deposits before starting work
- Weekly reports to see work hour spending
- Real-time live updates on document status
OTO work cons
- Only 1 client included on free plan
- Only 250 oto AI Credits on free plan
- Mobile app not yet available during beta
- Desktop-only access during beta version
- Late fees feature marked as coming soon
- Expense report feature marked as coming soon
- Expense insights feature marked as coming soon
- Stripe or PayPal processing fees still apply
Frequently asked questions about OTO work
How do I sign up for oto?
To sign up for oto, simply add your email address to their waiting list. Next, they will send you an invitation to activate your account.
What are oto's pricing plans?
oto offers a free plan, a Starter plan starting at $6 per month, and a Pro plan starting at $24 per month. The free plan includes unlimited invoices, proposals, contracts, time tracking, and expense tracking but limits you to 1 client and 250 AI Credits.
Does oto charge fees on my payments?
No, with oto you receive full payment for your invoices without any deductions from their end. Their secure payment system powered by Stripe allows quick payments without additional oto fees. However, Stripe may charge processing fees for their services.
Is oto available on mobile?
During the beta version, oto is only available on desktop. They are planning to launch a mobile app to help you manage your business from anywhere.
How does oto time tracking work?
oto includes a time tracking feature that allows you to track time on various projects and tasks. You can start and stop the timer as needed, and the software automatically calculates total hours worked. You can also enter hours manually if you forgot to start the timer.
Can I create professional invoices with oto?
Yes, oto includes an invoicing feature that allows you to create and send professional-looking invoices to clients. You can customize the invoice template to include your logo, business information, and payment reminders.
Does oto have a proposal feature?
Yes, oto includes a proposal feature that allows you to create professional-looking proposals for clients. You can include details about services, pricing, and terms, and track the status of your proposals. AI-powered proposals are also generated tailored to your project.
How do I accept client payments on oto?
By signing up for an oto account and connecting your Stripe or PayPal account, you can start accepting client payments as oto serves as your payment processor. They support 135+ currencies for global clients.
Does oto include client management?
Yes, oto includes a client management feature that allows you to store information about clients including contact details and project history. You can also use the software to create and manage contracts with clients.
Is my data secure with oto?
At oto, they prioritize protection of user privacy and do not sell any data to third parties. All integrated payment providers utilize top-level security measures and are fully compliant with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS).