Freelance deal toolkit · Made for India

Your deal, in writing. Your payment, on time.

Pactopus helps freelancers put every project in writing, get it signed and get paid on time. Proposal to payment, in one friendly place.

  • GST-ready invoices
  • Share on WhatsApp
  • English and Hindi

The Pactopus story

From WhatsApp chat to signed deal.

Most freelance work starts with a chat and a handshake. That's where late payments and endless "small changes" begin.

Before · a chat and a handshake
Hi! Can you design our new logo? 🙂
Sure! ₹30,000 for the logo?
Ok, start please. We'll sort the details later 👍
Just one small change… and a few social posts too?
Payment next week, promise 🙏
  • No scope
  • No revision limit
  • No due date
  • Who owns the files?
pakka
After · a Pactopus deal

Project agreement: logo and brand kit

Ref #PCT-0024 · Created from your proposal

Scope
1 logo + 3 social post templates
Revisions
2 rounds included
Timeline
14 days from signing
Fee
₹30,000 + GST
Payment
50% upfront, 50% on delivery
Files
Handed over after full payment
YouSigned
ClientSigned

Sound familiar?

Do the work you love. Skip the chasing.

Payments that arrive late, or never

Polite reminders go out on schedule until it's paid.

"Just one more change"

Revisions are agreed upfront, in writing.

Nobody agreed who keeps the work

Ownership terms are clear before you start.

Paperwork in email, chat and Excel

Proposal to payment, all in one place.

No time for admin

Ready templates do the boring bits. You have chai.

Meet Pakka

Six arms. Zero chasing.

Pakka is our friendly octopus. He has six busy arms, one for every step of your deal.

1

Proposal

Send a clear quote with scope, timeline and price.

2

Agreement

Turn the proposal into a project agreement in a few taps.

3

Signature

Share by link or WhatsApp. Both sides sign online in minutes.

4

Invoice

GST-ready invoices with ₹ amounts done right.

5

Reminder

Polite nudges go out on time, so you don't have to.

6

Payment

See what's paid, what's due and what's late.

"Pakka?" — "Pakka."

How it works

Three steps to a pakka deal.

01

Put it in writing

Agree scope, timeline, revisions and payment terms before work starts.

02

Get it signed

Share by link or WhatsApp. Both sides sign online in minutes.

03

Get paid on time

Send GST-ready invoices. Pactopus sends the polite nudges.

Just a friendly reminder that invoice #24 was due on 5 Nov.

Made for your work

A kit for every kind of freelancer.

Templates tuned to what your profession actually needs. Pick yours.

Designer kit

    Every kit includes a proposal, a project agreement, e-sign, a GST-ready invoice and reminders.

    FAQ

    Questions? We've got you.

    When can I start using Pactopus?

    We're opening early access soon. Join the list below and you'll hear first.

    How much will it cost?

    We'll share pricing before launch. Early access members get the news first.

    Can I share deals on WhatsApp?

    Yes. Share proposals, agreements and invoices by link or WhatsApp. Your client can review and sign online.

    Are the invoices GST-ready?

    Yes. Pactopus invoices are GST-ready, with ₹ amounts in Indian format.

    Who is Pactopus for?

    Independent professionals in India: designers, developers, writers, marketers, consultants, photographers, creators and tutors. Small agencies too.

    Does Pactopus give legal advice?

    No. Pactopus provides templates and general information only. For advice on your situation, consult a lawyer of your choice or your District Legal Services Authority.

    How is my data handled?

    Your project data is handled under India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act. Read our privacy policy.

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