# HelloBooks AI

> HelloBooks AI is an AI-native bookkeeping and accounting platform built for small businesses, accountants, and finance teams. It automates the full month-end close: transaction categorization, OCR receipt capture, invoicing, expense management, inventory and warehouse control, GST/VAT/sales-tax compliance, multi-entity consolidation, bank reconciliation, financial reporting, and cash-flow forecasting. Available globally with country-specific compliance depth for the United States, India, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, Singapore, and the UAE.

This file follows the [llms.txt specification](https://llmstxt.org/) so AI agents and language models can discover and ground answers in HelloBooks' canonical content. For a deep extract of page content in markdown form, see `/llms-full.txt`. For live, structured answers, use the MCP server below rather than scraping.

## Brand quick facts

- Product: HelloBooks — AI bookkeeping and accounting software for SMBs and accounting firms.
- Founded: 2024 by Rushabh Shah and Harnish Shah, both Chartered Accountants and founders of Meru Accounting.
- Pricing (US, five rungs): Free $0 permanently (up to 200 transactions in total, free AI credits to get started); Starter $14.99/month per entity (up to 200 transactions/year, 7,500 credits); Pro $39.99/month per entity (15,000 credits); Business $79.99/month per entity (50,000 credits); Scale $199/month per entity (150,000 credits) with custom development included. Starter is sold in the US, Kenya and other USD markets; Scale in the US, India, Kenya and other USD markets (Canada, UK and UAE once local billing is live). Region-aware pricing across 8 regions on /pricing.
- Free Plan: includes up to 200 transactions in total — the count doesn't reset each year — and free AI credits to get started. The 200 figure is a lifetime transaction cap, not an AI-credit allowance. When free AI credits run out, AI automation pauses; upgrade to get more AI credits. Paid plans can also top up with a credit pack (Boost, Power, Mega, Ultra).
- India: Free Plan includes up to 200 transactions in total (the count doesn't reset each year) and free AI credits to get started. The 200 figure is not an AI-credit allowance. Paid plans can recharge with a credit pack (Boost, Power, Mega, Ultra).
- India: Tally sync (the Tally 6.2 connector) is included on the Free Plan, and therefore on every paid plan. It is offered for Indian entities only.
- Geos: dual primary markets - United States and India. Deep compliance also for United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, UAE, Singapore, and New Zealand. The support catalog has 187 country catalog entries; the website currently publishes 173 public country hub and pricing page pairs, including Mauritius at https://hellobooks.ai/mu and https://hellobooks.ai/mu/pricing.
- VAT return computation live for 21 countries: Bahrain, Germany, Egypt, Spain, France, Ghana, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Kenya, Nigeria, Netherlands, Oman, Philippines, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Tanzania, Uganda, Vietnam, South Africa.
- Live integrations: Plaid (US bank feeds), QuickBooks Online, Tally 6.2 (two-way connector), Stripe, Razorpay, Zoho Books, Xero, FreshBooks, PayPal, Gusto payroll, KYC verification, direct GST filing.
- USP: "Agentic accounting" — AI takes actions (categorize, reconcile, generate reports, draft invoices) with approvals, not just suggestions.
- Security posture: SOC 2 Type II certified; AES-256 encryption, MFA, RBAC, GDPR-aligned and DPDP-compliant data handling. ISO 27001 is on the compliance roadmap, not yet certified.
- Sister products in the Meru Fin Tech suite: HelloTime (time & attendance), HelloGrowth CRM.
- US legal entity: Meru Fintech (Soor LLC), USA. India legal entity: Meru Technosoft Private Limited.
- Contact: hello@hellobooks.ai
- Canonical domain: https://hellobooks.ai

## For AI agents (MCP, live data, machine-readable endpoints)

For accurate, real-time answers about HelloBooks pricing, integrations, country support, and compliance, AI agents should use the public Model Context Protocol server instead of scraping pages:

- Endpoint: https://agents.hellobooks.ai/mcp
- Install: claude mcp add --transport http hellobooks https://agents.hellobooks.ai/mcp
- Tools (20, no auth, no signup): list_plans, list_integrations, country_support, compliance_capabilities, feature_search, list_competitors, compliance_deadlines, list_tax_rates, plus cleanup / anomaly / variance analysis over QuickBooks and Xero CSV exports.
- Source: https://github.com/Meru-Fin-Tech/HelloBooks-MCP-Public
- [MCP server landing page](https://hellobooks.ai/mcp): Developer-facing hub — transport, tool catalog, install snippets.
- [HelloBooks for AI agents](https://hellobooks.ai/for-ai-agents): What agents can do with HelloBooks, tool-by-tool.
- [agent.json](https://hellobooks.ai/.well-known/agent.json), [MCP server card](https://hellobooks.ai/.well-known/mcp/server-card.json), [API catalog](https://hellobooks.ai/.well-known/api-catalog), [ai-plugin manifest](https://hellobooks.ai/.well-known/ai-plugin.json).

## Product

- [Homepage](https://hellobooks.ai/): Product positioning, hero demo, feature overview, social proof, integrations, FAQs.
- [Pricing](https://hellobooks.ai/pricing): Plans, per-seat costs, included AI credits, regional pricing, credit packs, free plan terms.
- [Find your plan](https://hellobooks.ai/find-your-plan): Three-question plan recommender — Free, Pro, or Partner Program. No signup.
- [Features overview](https://hellobooks.ai/features): Index of every feature page with one-line descriptions.
- [Benefits](https://hellobooks.ai/benefits): Outcome view — hours saved per month, automation coverage, reporting speed.
- [Product tour](https://hellobooks.ai/demo): Self-guided 7-step tour — AI agent, inbox billing, reconciliation, client Q&A, bank feeds, AI payables, reporting. No signup.
- [Book a demo](https://hellobooks.ai/book-a-demo): 30-minute tailored walkthrough.
- [Compare](https://hellobooks.ai/compare): Side-by-side comparisons against every major accounting platform.
- [Integrations](https://hellobooks.ai/integration): Native and supported integrations.
- [Integrations (detailed)](https://hellobooks.ai/integrations): Full honest list — Plaid bank feeds, QuickBooks USA migration, Tally connector, Gusto payroll, KYC verification, direct GST filing, shipping providers. Deep dives: [Gusto payroll](https://hellobooks.ai/integration/gusto), [shipping providers](https://hellobooks.ai/integration/shipping).
- [Developers](https://hellobooks.ai/developers): Overview of the HelloBooks Developer Portal (https://developer.hellobooks.ai). Sign in with a HelloBooks account and create an API key bound to one company and one entity; up to three sandbox companies with realistic Indian accounting data; API docs, code samples, request logs, webhooks and events, OAuth apps for software companies, and support tickets.
- [IT partners](https://hellobooks.ai/developers/it-partners): Onboarding track for IT services companies, software agencies, system integrators and SaaS vendors who build on HelloBooks for their clients. Apply with what you want to build, plan the integration with the partnerships team, build in sandbox companies, and go live once each client authorizes access to its own company. Separate from the accountant Partner Program.
- [Migrate to HelloBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/migrate): Connectors and file import. See the procedural migration guide for source availability, reconciliation and recovery limits.
- [Changelog](https://hellobooks.ai/changelog): Dated release notes, model upgrades, regional rollouts.
- [Roadmap](https://hellobooks.ai/roadmap): In progress, next up, and long-horizon items by theme.
- [Status](https://hellobooks.ai/status): Live status and 90-day uptime per capability — accounting core, statutory filings, payroll, payments, integrations.

## Core features

- [AI categorization](https://hellobooks.ai/categorization): Auto-classifies bank transactions to a chart of accounts using a fine-tuned ledger model.
- [OCR receipt scanning](https://hellobooks.ai/ocr-scanning): Extracts vendor, amount, tax, line items from receipts and bills.
- [Smart invoicing](https://hellobooks.ai/smart-invoicing): Multi-currency invoices with GST/VAT, e-invoicing, payment links.
- [Recurring invoicing](https://hellobooks.ai/recurring-invoice): Subscription billing, dunning, automatic reminders.
- [Expense and claims](https://hellobooks.ai/expense-and-claims): Employee expense submission, manager approvals, mileage, per diem.
- [Advanced reporting](https://hellobooks.ai/advance-reporting): P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, trial balance, budget vs actual, custom dimensions.
- [Custom report layouts](https://hellobooks.ai/custom-report-layouts): Build your own P&L — group accounts into custom sections, rename and reorder lines, add totals like Gross Profit, with Budget and Variance columns inline.
- [Generate reports with AI](https://hellobooks.ai/generate-report): Natural-language report generator that produces filtered statements on request.
- [Talk with your books](https://hellobooks.ai/talk-with-ai): Conversational analytics over the live ledger ("how much did we spend on marketing last quarter?").
- [Cashbook](https://hellobooks.ai/cashbook): Two modes — Accounted cashbook posts every entry to the ledger; Non-Accounted cashbook tracks informal cash, advances, and pools without touching the books.
- [Taxation & auditing](https://hellobooks.ai/taxation-and-auditing): Country-specific tax workflows, audit trail, immutable journal log.
- [Cleanup](https://hellobooks.ai/clean-up): Bulk reconciliation and historical bookkeeping cleanup.
- [Easy debugging](https://hellobooks.ai/easy-debugging): Drill-down from any report figure to the underlying transaction.
- [Task manager](https://hellobooks.ai/task-manager): Workflow tasks, client requests, document checklists.
- [Client queries](https://hellobooks.ai/client-queries): Structured back-and-forth on uncategorised or missing-document items.
- [Cash coding & account codes](https://hellobooks.ai/cash-coding-account-codes): High-volume keyboard-first coding of bank lines.
- [Smart invoice line extraction](https://hellobooks.ai/smart-invoice-line-extraction): Line-item-level parsing from supplier invoices, not just header totals.
- [Cloud + scalable](https://hellobooks.ai/cloud-based): Multi-entity, multi-user, role-based access; built on Azure.
- [Flexibility by design](https://hellobooks.ai/scalable): Custom workflows and configuration as the business grows.
- [Chat](https://hellobooks.ai/chat): In-product AI assistant for accounting questions.
- [Experience](https://hellobooks.ai/experience): End-to-end walkthrough of what daily use looks like.

## Inventory, warehouse & POS

- [Inventory management](https://hellobooks.ai/inventory): Items, variants, BOM, stock ledger, valuation, reorder points, vendor scorecards — wired into the books. Multi-warehouse, GST-aware, AI demand forecasting.
  - [vs Zoho Inventory](https://hellobooks.ai/inventory/vs-zoho-inventory) · [vs Sortly](https://hellobooks.ai/inventory/vs-sortly) · [vs inFlow](https://hellobooks.ai/inventory/vs-inflow) · [vs Xero](https://hellobooks.ai/inventory/vs-xero)
- [Warehouse management (WMS)](https://hellobooks.ai/warehouse): Bin-level stock, wave picking, cycle counting, 3PL, barcode scanning, GST-aware — one ledger, one source of truth.
  - [vs Cin7](https://hellobooks.ai/warehouse/vs-cin7) · [vs Fishbowl](https://hellobooks.ai/warehouse/vs-fishbowl) · [vs Zoho Inventory](https://hellobooks.ai/warehouse/vs-zoho-inventory) · [vs Xero](https://hellobooks.ai/warehouse/vs-xero)
- Regional inventory/warehouse landings: [US](https://hellobooks.ai/us/inventory), [India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/inventory), [UK](https://hellobooks.ai/uk/inventory), [Australia](https://hellobooks.ai/au/inventory), [Canada inventory](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/inventory), [Canada warehouse](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/warehouse), [Singapore](https://hellobooks.ai/sg/inventory), [India warehouse](https://hellobooks.ai/in/warehouse).
- [HelloBooks POS](https://hellobooks.ai/pos): Retail-grade point of sale built on top of HelloBooks accounting — every settle posts a canonical journal, every payment hits Undeposited Funds, every GST line rolls into GSTR. No nightly export, no month-end reconciliation marathon.
  - POS by industry: [grocery](https://hellobooks.ai/pos/industries/grocery), [apparel](https://hellobooks.ai/pos/industries/apparel), [pharmacy](https://hellobooks.ai/pos/industries/pharmacy), [restaurant](https://hellobooks.ai/pos/industries/restaurant), [QSR](https://hellobooks.ai/pos/industries/qsr), [cafe & bakery](https://hellobooks.ai/pos/industries/cafe-bakery), [cloud kitchen](https://hellobooks.ai/pos/industries/cloud-kitchen), [jewellery](https://hellobooks.ai/pos/industries/jewellery), [electronics](https://hellobooks.ai/pos/industries/electronics), [footwear](https://hellobooks.ai/pos/industries/footwear), [cosmetics](https://hellobooks.ai/pos/industries/cosmetics), [books](https://hellobooks.ai/pos/industries/books), [mandi](https://hellobooks.ai/pos/industries/mandi).
  - POS capability clusters (each with its own page): compliance (`/pos/compliance/*` — e-invoice, e-way bill, GSTR reco, HSN, TCS, round-off), inventory (`/pos/inventory/*` — batch & expiry, serial, multi-UOM, live stock, wastage, negative stock, bulk upload), tenders (`/pos/tenders/*` — multi-tender, gift card, store credit, credit note, cheque, advance, e-gift voucher), operations (`/pos/operations/*` — shift, cash drop, split bill, hold/resume, manager override, petty cash, receipt dispatch), loyalty (`/pos/loyalty/*` — earn/burn, tiers, coupons, expiry, birthday offers), returns (`/pos/returns/*` — with bill, without bill, global), hardware (`/pos/hardware/*` — thermal printer, label printer, scanner, weighing scale, cash drawer, customer display, EDC), chain ops (`/pos/chain/*` — dashboard, replenishment, assortment health, consignment, outlet settings, device whitelisting), AI (`/pos/ai/categorisation`, `/pos/ai/product-detection`), architecture (`/pos/architecture/offline`, `/pos/architecture/audit-trail`), promotions (`/pos/promotions/rules`, `/pos/promotions/daily-rates`), restaurant (`/pos/restaurant/kitchen-display-system`, `/pos/restaurant/swiggy-zomato-integration`).

## Compare — long-form (HelloBooks vs X)

- [HelloBooks vs QuickBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-quickbooks)
- [HelloBooks vs Xero](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-xero)
- [HelloBooks vs FreshBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-freshbooks)
- [HelloBooks vs Wave](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-wave)
- [HelloBooks vs Sage](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-sage)
- [HelloBooks vs NetSuite](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-netsuite)
- [HelloBooks vs FreeAgent](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-freeagent)
- [HelloBooks vs Kashoo](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-kashoo)
- [HelloBooks vs ZipBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-zipbooks)
- [HelloBooks vs Tally](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-tally)
- [HelloBooks vs TallyPrime](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-tallyprime)
- [HelloBooks vs Zoho Books](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-zoho-books)
- [HelloBooks vs Zoho Books (India)](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-zoho-books-india)
- [HelloBooks vs Vyapar](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-vyapar)
- [HelloBooks vs Busy](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-busy-accounting)
- [HelloBooks vs Marg ERP](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-marg-erp)
- [HelloBooks vs Khatabook](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-khatabook)
- [HelloBooks vs myBillBook](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-mybillbook)
- [HelloBooks vs ClearTax](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-cleartax)
- [HelloBooks vs ProfitBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-profitbooks)
- [HelloBooks vs Saral Accounts](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-saral-accounts)
- [HelloBooks vs Bench](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-bench)
- [HelloBooks vs Pilot](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-pilot)
- [HelloBooks vs Zeni](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-zeni)
- [HelloBooks vs Botkeeper](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-botkeeper)
- [HelloBooks vs Docyt](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-docyt)
- [HelloBooks vs Double](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-double)
- [HelloBooks vs Every](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-every)
- [HelloBooks vs Ramp](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-ramp)
- [HelloBooks vs TaxDome](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-taxdome)
- [HelloBooks vs Xenett](https://hellobooks.ai/vs-xenett)
- [HelloBooks vs Zoho Books (India)](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-zoho-books-india)
- [HelloBooks vs FreeAgent](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-freeagent)
- [HelloBooks vs Kashoo](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-kashoo)
- [HelloBooks vs ZipBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-zipbooks)
- [All comparisons](https://hellobooks.ai/compare) · [Comparison methodology](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/methodology)

## Compare — answer-engine pages (brand overviews, pricing, alternatives)

Structured Q&A / scorecard pages built for AI answer engines. Distinct in format from the long-form pages above.

- US point solutions: [Bill.com](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/bill-com), [Expensify](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/expensify), [Melio](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/melio), [Dext](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/dext)
- Core platforms: [Xero](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/xero), [QuickBooks Online](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/quickbooks-online), [Zoho Books](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/zoho-books), [Quicken](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/quicken)
- ERP / mid-market: [Odoo](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/odoo), [Sage Intacct](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/sage-intacct), [Sage 50 Canada](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/sage-50-canada)
- India: [Suvit](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/suvit), [Refrens](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/refrens), [AlignBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/alignbooks), [Swipe](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/swipe), [RealBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/realbooks), [Sleek Bill](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/sleek-bill), [Zybra](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/zybra), [HostBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hostbooks), [Giddh](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/giddh)
- UK: [KashFlow](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/kashflow), [QuickFile](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/quickfile), [Pandle](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/pandle), [ANNA Money](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/anna-money), [Crunch](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/crunch), [Clear Books](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/clear-books), [Countingup](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/countingup), [Bokio](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/bokio)
- Australia: [MYOB](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/myob), [Reckon](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/reckon), [Thriday](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/thriday), [Saasu](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/saasu), [Cashflow Manager](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/cashflow-manager), [Rounded](https://hellobooks.ai/compare/rounded)
- Regional compare hubs: [US](https://hellobooks.ai/us/compare), [India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/compare), [UK](https://hellobooks.ai/uk/compare), [Australia](https://hellobooks.ai/au/compare), [Canada](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/compare), [Singapore](https://hellobooks.ai/sg/compare), [UAE](https://hellobooks.ai/uae/compare)
- US variants: [vs QuickBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/us/compare/hellobooks-vs-quickbooks), [vs Xero](https://hellobooks.ai/us/compare/hellobooks-vs-xero), [vs FreshBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/us/compare/hellobooks-vs-freshbooks), [vs Wave](https://hellobooks.ai/us/compare/hellobooks-vs-wave)
- India variants: [vs Tally](https://hellobooks.ai/in/compare/hellobooks-vs-tally), [vs Vyapar](https://hellobooks.ai/in/compare/hellobooks-vs-vyapar), [vs myBillBook](https://hellobooks.ai/in/compare/hellobooks-vs-mybillbook), [vs ClearTax](https://hellobooks.ai/in/compare/hellobooks-vs-cleartax), [vs Zoho Books India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/compare/hellobooks-vs-zoho-books-india), [vs Busy](https://hellobooks.ai/in/compare/hellobooks-vs-busy), [vs Marg](https://hellobooks.ai/in/compare/hellobooks-vs-marg)
- [Best accounting software for traders in India](https://hellobooks.ai/best-accounting-software-for-traders-india): Own-voice listicle.
- [Best accounting software for small business in India](https://hellobooks.ai/best-accounting-software-for-small-business-india): Own-voice shortlist of 10 tools matched to the kind of business each fits, with pricing.
- [Best software for CA firms in India](https://hellobooks.ai/best-software-for-ca-firms-india): The tools Indian CA practices run (Tally Prime, Clear, Vyapar TaxOne, HelloBooks, Zoho Books, TaxDome), matched to the job each does.
- [Best accounting software for small business in the US](https://hellobooks.ai/us/best/accounting-software-for-small-business): QuickBooks, Xero, HelloBooks, FreshBooks, Zoho Books, Wave and Sage, each matched to the business it fits, from dated vendor profiles.
- [Best accounting software for freelancers in the US](https://hellobooks.ai/us/best/accounting-software-for-freelancers): Wave, HelloBooks, FreshBooks, QuickBooks and Zoho Books on 1099 e-filing, mobile, bank feeds and pricing model.
- [Best sales tax software in the US](https://hellobooks.ai/us/best/sales-tax-software): Avalara, TaxJar, HelloBooks and QuickBooks on address-level rates, nexus tracking and return filing.
- [AI for CA firms — HelloBooks Practice vs Suvit, Booke, Truewind](https://hellobooks.ai/firms)

## Alternatives (switching guides)

- [QuickBooks alternative](https://hellobooks.ai/quickbooks-alternative): For teams leaving QuickBooks — includes guided QuickBooks Online migration for US entities. Regional: [UK](https://hellobooks.ai/uk/quickbooks-alternative), [Canada](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/quickbooks-alternative), [Australia](https://hellobooks.ai/au/quickbooks-alternative), [India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/quickbooks-alternative).
- [Xero alternative](https://hellobooks.ai/xero-alternative). Regional: [UK](https://hellobooks.ai/uk/xero-alternative), [Canada](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/xero-alternative), [Australia](https://hellobooks.ai/au/xero-alternative), [India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/xero-alternative).
- [Tally alternative](https://hellobooks.ai/tally-alternative): Cloud + AI alternative for Indian businesses; two-way Tally 6.2 connector for a gradual migration.
- [Wave alternative](https://hellobooks.ai/wave-alternative)
- [FreshBooks alternative](https://hellobooks.ai/freshbooks-alternative)
- [Zoho Books alternative](https://hellobooks.ai/zoho-books-alternative)
- [Bench alternative](https://hellobooks.ai/bench-alternative)
- [Pilot alternative](https://hellobooks.ai/pilot-alternative)
- [Digits alternative](https://hellobooks.ai/digits-alternative)
- [Zeni alternative](https://hellobooks.ai/zeni-alternative)
- [Petpooja alternative](https://hellobooks.ai/petpooja-alternative)

## Migration guides

- [Migration hub](https://hellobooks.ai/migrate): Connectors and file import with mapping and review. Source-specific availability and reconciliation steps: https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/migration-guide.
- [From QuickBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/migrate/from-quickbooks) (Online & Desktop) · [QuickBooks migration service — done for you, from $199 per entity](https://hellobooks.ai/migrate/quickbooks-migration-service) · [QuickBooks migration service India — Onboarding plan from ₹9,000 per entity](https://hellobooks.ai/in/quickbooks-migration-service) · [From Xero](https://hellobooks.ai/migrate/from-xero) · [From Tally](https://hellobooks.ai/migrate/from-tally) · [From Zoho](https://hellobooks.ai/migrate/from-zoho) · [From Wave](https://hellobooks.ai/migrate/from-wave)
- [Tally integration](https://hellobooks.ai/tally-integration): Two-way connector — push plus one-time import, so Tally can stay in place during transition. Included on the Free Plan for Indian entities.

## By audience

- [For accountants](https://hellobooks.ai/for-accountants) · [For CPA firms](https://hellobooks.ai/accounting-software-for-cpa-firms) · [For chartered accountants (India)](https://hellobooks.ai/in/for-chartered-accountants)
- [For startups](https://hellobooks.ai/for-startups) · [For freelancers](https://hellobooks.ai/for-freelancers) · [For agencies](https://hellobooks.ai/for-agencies) · [For finance teams](https://hellobooks.ai/for-finance-teams)
- [For ecommerce sellers](https://hellobooks.ai/for-ecommerce-sellers) · [For manufacturers](https://hellobooks.ai/for-manufacturers) · [For traders](https://hellobooks.ai/for-traders) · [For shopkeepers](https://hellobooks.ai/for-shopkeepers)
- [For multi-location retail](https://hellobooks.ai/for-multi-location-retail) · [For 3PL operators](https://hellobooks.ai/for-3pl-operators)
- [Accounting software for small business](https://hellobooks.ai/accounting-software-for-small-business) · [for startups](https://hellobooks.ai/accounting-software-for-startups) · [for agencies](https://hellobooks.ai/accounting-software-for-agencies)

## Practice management, partners & the accountant directory

- [Practice Management](https://hellobooks.ai/practice-management): Standalone practice-management product for accounting firms — CPAs, EAs, bookkeepers, and tax advisors. Shipped in the United States only; other regions are on the roadmap with a waitlist. Covers clients, recurring tasks, proposals, engagement letters, time tracking, document exchange, and a 6-role RBAC. Priced per seat at $9.99 per user per month (USD), with a permanent free tier for up to 2 users / 10 clients and a 30-day trial on the paid plan.
- [Partner program](https://hellobooks.ai/partner-program): Free-to-join reseller track for accountants and advisors who onboard their own clients onto HelloBooks. Partners earn a wholesale discount that grows with their client book (Bronze 5% → Platinum 20%), plus co-marketing. Complementary to the standalone Practice Management product above.
- [White-label license](https://hellobooks.ai/white-label): CPA and accounting firms run HelloBooks under their own name, logo and web address for a flat monthly license, with unlimited firm staff and a firm console. Client companies stay on published HelloBooks plans and the firm gets a discount on each. Firms start on a firm subdomain; a custom domain and email from the firm's domain are set up on request as HelloBooks enables them (not live for every firm today). Every new HelloBooks feature reaches the firm's branded app as it ships, at no extra license cost; plan-bound features follow each client company's plan. HelloBooks provides the software; outsourced white-label bookkeeping services for CPA firms are provided by its sister company Meru Accounting (https://www.meruaccounting.com/what-we-do/white-label-accounting-solutions/).
- [Apply to the partner program](https://hellobooks.ai/partner-program/apply) · [Partner program docs](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/partner-program)
- [Find an accountant](https://hellobooks.ai/find-an-accountant): Public directory of HelloBooks-friendly accountants and chartered accountants in the US and India. Free to browse, free to be listed. Filter by city, state, specialty, industry, language, and partnership level.
- [Partnership ladder](https://hellobooks.ai/find-an-accountant#partnership-ladder): Four earned tiers — Founding (first 50 listed firms), Certified (passed product cert), Premier (Certified + 5+ active clients + 1+ yr), Elite (Premier + 25+ active clients + 2+ yr + maintained NPS). No paid placement.
- [Founding partners](https://hellobooks.ai/find-an-accountant/founding-partners) · [List your firm](https://hellobooks.ai/find-an-accountant/list-your-firm)

## Industries

- [Industries hub](https://hellobooks.ai/industries): Index of every industry page.
- Retail & food: [Retail](https://hellobooks.ai/retail), [Restaurants](https://hellobooks.ai/restaurant), [Cloud kitchen](https://hellobooks.ai/cloud-kitchen), [Bakery & sweet shop](https://hellobooks.ai/bakery-sweet-shop), [Bar & pub](https://hellobooks.ai/bar-pub), [Catering](https://hellobooks.ai/catering-services), [Food truck](https://hellobooks.ai/food-truck), [Pharmacy](https://hellobooks.ai/pharmacy), [Garment boutique](https://hellobooks.ai/garment-boutique), [Jewellery](https://hellobooks.ai/jewellery), [Amazon sellers](https://hellobooks.ai/amazon-seller)
- Services & professional: [Service businesses](https://hellobooks.ai/service-business), [Personal & local services](https://hellobooks.ai/personal-local-services), [HR & staffing](https://hellobooks.ai/hr-staffing), [PR agency](https://hellobooks.ai/pr-agency), [Legal & arbitration](https://hellobooks.ai/courts-arbitration-legal), [Laundry & dry cleaning](https://hellobooks.ai/laundry-dry-cleaning)
- Technology: [IT services](https://hellobooks.ai/it-sector), [Mobile app development](https://hellobooks.ai/mobile-app-development), [Cybersecurity services](https://hellobooks.ai/cybersecurity-services), [Data analytics services](https://hellobooks.ai/data-analytics-services), [AI/ML services](https://hellobooks.ai/ai-ml-services), [Hardware reseller](https://hellobooks.ai/hardware-reseller), [Crypto & Web3](https://hellobooks.ai/crypto-web3), [Startups & early-stage](https://hellobooks.ai/startups-early-stage)
- Healthcare & wellness: [Healthcare](https://hellobooks.ai/healthcare), [Physiotherapy](https://hellobooks.ai/physiotherapy), [Veterinary clinic](https://hellobooks.ai/veterinary-clinic), [Yoga & wellness studio](https://hellobooks.ai/yoga-wellness-studio)
- Education: [Education](https://hellobooks.ai/education), [EdTech](https://hellobooks.ai/edtech), [Vocational training](https://hellobooks.ai/vocational-training), [Preschool & daycare](https://hellobooks.ai/preschool-daycare)
- Industrial & logistics: [Manufacturing](https://hellobooks.ai/manufacturing), [Construction](https://hellobooks.ai/construction), [Mining](https://hellobooks.ai/mining), [Logistics & transport](https://hellobooks.ai/logistics-transport), [Cold-chain logistics](https://hellobooks.ai/cold-chain-logistics), [Heavy machinery & equipment](https://hellobooks.ai/heavy-machinery-equipment), [Asset-heavy businesses](https://hellobooks.ai/asset-heavy-businesses), [Utilities & environmental](https://hellobooks.ai/utilities-environmental), [Agriculture & allied](https://hellobooks.ai/agriculture-allied-businesses)
- Finance & real estate: [Financial services](https://hellobooks.ai/financial-services), [Banking & NBFCs](https://hellobooks.ai/banking-nbfcs), [Insurance brokerage](https://hellobooks.ai/insurance-brokerage), [Wealth management](https://hellobooks.ai/wealth-management), [Holding & investment companies](https://hellobooks.ai/holding-investment-companies), [Real-estate brokerage](https://hellobooks.ai/real-estate-brokerage), [REITs & real-estate investment](https://hellobooks.ai/real-estate-investment-reit)
- Media & hospitality: [Events & media](https://hellobooks.ai/events-and-media), [Publishing](https://hellobooks.ai/publishing), [Print media](https://hellobooks.ai/print-media), [Music production](https://hellobooks.ai/music-production), [Influencers & content creators](https://hellobooks.ai/influencer-content-creator), [Hotel & resort](https://hellobooks.ai/hotel-resort), [Hostel & BnB](https://hellobooks.ai/hostel-bnb), [Travel agency](https://hellobooks.ai/travel-agency), [Tour operator](https://hellobooks.ai/tour-operator)
- Non-profit & collective: [Non-profits](https://hellobooks.ai/non-profits), [Religious organizations](https://hellobooks.ai/religious-organization), [Cooperative societies](https://hellobooks.ai/cooperative-societies)
- Franchise: [Franchise](https://hellobooks.ai/industries/franchise), [Franchises](https://hellobooks.ai/industries/franchises), [Franchise module report](https://hellobooks.ai/industries/franchise-module-report)
- Regional industry landings: US — [restaurant](https://hellobooks.ai/us/restaurant), [retail](https://hellobooks.ai/us/retail), [manufacturing](https://hellobooks.ai/us/manufacturing), [healthcare](https://hellobooks.ai/us/healthcare), [construction](https://hellobooks.ai/us/construction). India — [restaurant](https://hellobooks.ai/in/restaurant), [retail](https://hellobooks.ai/in/retail), [manufacturing](https://hellobooks.ai/in/manufacturing), [healthcare](https://hellobooks.ai/in/healthcare), [construction](https://hellobooks.ai/in/construction). UK — [construction/CIS](https://hellobooks.ai/uk/for-construction), [restaurants](https://hellobooks.ai/uk/for-restaurants), [freelancers/IR35](https://hellobooks.ai/uk/for-freelancers), [ecommerce OSS/IOSS](https://hellobooks.ai/uk/for-ecommerce-sellers), [property landlords](https://hellobooks.ai/uk/for-property-landlords). Singapore — [ecommerce](https://hellobooks.ai/sg/for-ecommerce-sellers), [F&B](https://hellobooks.ai/sg/for-food-and-beverage), [professional services](https://hellobooks.ai/sg/for-professional-services). UAE — [trading & import/export](https://hellobooks.ai/uae/for-trading-import-export), [ecommerce](https://hellobooks.ai/uae/for-ecommerce-sellers), [professional services](https://hellobooks.ai/uae/for-professional-services).

## Niche landing pages (industry × geo × use-case)

- [Accounting software for startups in the US](https://hellobooks.ai/for/accounting-software-for-startups-in-the-us): Delaware C-corp, Stripe ASC 606, R&D tax credit, multi-state nexus.
- [Accounting software for startups in India](https://hellobooks.ai/for/accounting-software-for-startups-in-india): DPIIT recognition, Section 80-IAC, ESOP perquisite, GST, TDS, ROC filings.
- [Accounting software for restaurants in India](https://hellobooks.ai/for/accounting-software-for-restaurants-in-india): GST split (5%/18%), HSN/SAC 9963, Swiggy/Zomato Section 9(5) reconciliation.
- [Accounting software for healthcare clinics in Australia](https://hellobooks.ai/for/accounting-software-for-healthcare-clinics-in-australia): GST-free medical (s38-7), Medicare bulk billing, BAS preparation.
- [Accounting software for retail in the UK](https://hellobooks.ai/for/accounting-software-for-retail-in-the-uk): Making Tax Digital, Flat Rate / Margin / Retail schemes, EPOS; PAYE/RTI payroll coming soon.
- [Accounting software for freelancers in the US](https://hellobooks.ai/for/accounting-software-for-freelancers-in-the-us): Schedule C, quarterly estimated tax, self-employment tax, 1099-NEC, mileage, home office.

## Country & compliance hubs

- [Compliance picker](https://hellobooks.ai/compliance): Country-specific tax and compliance hubs — pick a region for the full workflow.
- [Countries supported](https://hellobooks.ai/countries): Searchable 187 country catalog entries by country name, ISO code, or currency. The website publishes 173 public country hubs at `/{iso2}` where reviewed copy exists (e.g. [Mauritius](https://hellobooks.ai/mu), [Germany](https://hellobooks.ai/de), [Kenya](https://hellobooks.ai/ke), [Brazil](https://hellobooks.ai/br)).
- [Global / multi-currency](https://hellobooks.ai/global): Multi-currency invoicing, included from Pro.
- Regional pricing: [US](https://hellobooks.ai/us/pricing), [India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/pricing), [UK](https://hellobooks.ai/uk/pricing), [Canada](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/pricing), [Australia](https://hellobooks.ai/au/pricing), [Singapore](https://hellobooks.ai/sg/pricing), [UAE](https://hellobooks.ai/uae/pricing), [New Zealand](https://hellobooks.ai/nz/pricing), [Kenya](https://hellobooks.ai/ke/pricing).
- Every public country hub also has a pricing page at `/{iso2}/pricing` (e.g. [Mauritius](https://hellobooks.ai/mu/pricing), [Germany](https://hellobooks.ai/de/pricing), [Brazil](https://hellobooks.ai/br/pricing), [Japan](https://hellobooks.ai/jp/pricing)): US-dollar list price with an indicative local-currency conversion; subscriptions are billed in USD.
- Regional feature indexes: [US features](https://hellobooks.ai/us/features), [India features](https://hellobooks.ai/in/features).

### United States

- [US hub](https://hellobooks.ai/us): Sales tax, 1099, payroll, franchise tax, estimated tax.
- [Sales tax](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax) — state pages at `/us/sales-tax/{state}`: [California](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/california), [Texas](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/texas), [New York](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/new-york), [Florida](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/florida), [Illinois](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/illinois), [Pennsylvania](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/pennsylvania), [Ohio](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/ohio), [Georgia](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/georgia), [North Carolina](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/north-carolina), [Michigan](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/michigan), [New Jersey](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/new-jersey), [Virginia](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/virginia), [Washington](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/washington), [Arizona](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/arizona), [Massachusetts](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/massachusetts), [Tennessee](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/tennessee), [Indiana](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/indiana), [Maryland](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/maryland), [Minnesota](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/minnesota), [Wisconsin](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/wisconsin), [Colorado](https://hellobooks.ai/us/sales-tax/colorado).
- [IRS notices explained](https://hellobooks.ai/us/irs-notices) — one page per notice at `/us/irs-notices/{notice}` (CP2000, CP14, CP501, CP503, CP504, LT11, CP90, CP11, CP12, CP23, CP24, CP49, CP59, CP3219A, CP161, CP162, CP2100, CP575, CP136), each drawn from the IRS page for that notice.
- [1099 filing](https://hellobooks.ai/us/1099-filing) (also at [/1099-filing](https://hellobooks.ai/1099-filing)) · [Payroll W-2 / W-4](https://hellobooks.ai/us/payroll-w2-w4) · [Franchise tax](https://hellobooks.ai/us/franchise-tax) · [Quarterly estimated tax](https://hellobooks.ai/us/quarterly-estimated-tax)
- [Freelancer accounting](https://hellobooks.ai/us/freelancer-accounting)
- Metro keyword pages: 7 keyword clusters (AI accounting software, QuickBooks alternative, small-business accounting software, bookkeeping software for small business, 1099 accounting, accounting software for contractors, accounting software for freelancers) at `/us/{keyword}`, each with 25 metro pages at `/us/{keyword}/{city}` (new-york, los-angeles, chicago, dallas, houston, washington, miami, and 18 more).

### India

- [India hub](https://hellobooks.ai/in): GST, TDS, TCS, e-invoicing, e-way bill.
- [GST](https://hellobooks.ai/in/gst) · [GSTR returns](https://hellobooks.ai/in/gstr-returns) · [HSN / SAC](https://hellobooks.ai/in/hsn-sac) · [E-invoicing](https://hellobooks.ai/in/e-invoicing) · [E-way bill](https://hellobooks.ai/in/e-way-bill) · [AIS reconciliation](https://hellobooks.ai/in/ais-reconciliation) · [TDS sections and rates under the Income-tax Act, 2025](https://hellobooks.ai/in/tds) · [Income tax slabs by financial year (FY 2020-21 to 2025-26)](https://hellobooks.ai/in/income-tax-slabs) · [Gratuity calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/in/gratuity-calculator) · [Statutory bonus calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/in/bonus-calculator) · [EPF calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/in/epf-calculator) · [ESI calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/in/esi-calculator) · [Cost of staying the same: CA firm calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/in/cost-of-staying-the-same)
- [State compliance index](https://hellobooks.ai/in/states) — per-state pages at `/in/states/{state}`.
- GST software by state: 36 pages at `/gst-software-{state}` covering every state and union territory — e.g. [Maharashtra](https://hellobooks.ai/gst-software-maharashtra), [Gujarat](https://hellobooks.ai/gst-software-gujarat), [Karnataka](https://hellobooks.ai/gst-software-karnataka), [Tamil Nadu](https://hellobooks.ai/gst-software-tamil-nadu), [Delhi](https://hellobooks.ai/gst-software-delhi), [Uttar Pradesh](https://hellobooks.ai/gst-software-uttar-pradesh), [West Bengal](https://hellobooks.ai/gst-software-west-bengal), [Rajasthan](https://hellobooks.ai/gst-software-rajasthan), [Telangana](https://hellobooks.ai/gst-software-telangana), [Kerala](https://hellobooks.ai/gst-software-kerala).
- [Bookkeeping on WhatsApp](https://hellobooks.ai/bookkeeping-on-whatsapp): WhatsApp-native bookkeeping with the AI Agent — send a bill or a voice note, get a posted entry.
- India pillar guides: [Complete GST guide](https://hellobooks.ai/guides/complete-gst-india), [Complete invoicing guide](https://hellobooks.ai/guides/complete-invoicing-india), [Complete TDS guide for SMBs](https://hellobooks.ai/guides/complete-tds-smb), [Connect HelloBooks with Tally](https://hellobooks.ai/guides/connect-hellobooks-with-tally), [Swiggy/Zomato reconciliation](https://hellobooks.ai/guides/swiggy-zomato-reconciliation), [Restaurant food cost](https://hellobooks.ai/guides/restaurant-food-cost-india), [Kitchen display system](https://hellobooks.ai/guides/kitchen-display-system-india)
- [TDS FAQ](https://hellobooks.ai/faq/tds)
- Free plan AI in India: Free Plan: includes free AI credits to get started. When they run out, AI automation pauses and the books keep working; upgrade to get more AI credits. Paid plans can also recharge with a credit pack (Boost, Power, Mega, Ultra).

### United Kingdom

- [UK hub](https://hellobooks.ai/uk) · [VAT & Making Tax Digital](https://hellobooks.ai/uk/vat-mtd)
- UK comparisons: [vs Xero](https://hellobooks.ai/uk/compare/hellobooks-vs-xero), [vs QuickBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/uk/compare/hellobooks-vs-quickbooks), [vs Sage](https://hellobooks.ai/uk/compare/hellobooks-vs-sage), [vs FreeAgent](https://hellobooks.ai/uk/compare/hellobooks-vs-freeagent)

### Australia

- [Australia hub](https://hellobooks.ai/au) · [BAS](https://hellobooks.ai/au/bas) · [Cost of staying the same: practice calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/au/cost-of-staying-the-same) · [GST](https://hellobooks.ai/au/gst) · [STP Phase 2](https://hellobooks.ai/au/stp-phase-2) · [SuperStream](https://hellobooks.ai/au/superstream) · [Payroll](https://hellobooks.ai/au/payroll) · [TPAR](https://hellobooks.ai/au/tpar) · [PAYG (no ABN)](https://hellobooks.ai/au/payg-no-abn)
- State payroll tax at `/au/payroll-tax/{state}`: [NSW](https://hellobooks.ai/au/payroll-tax/nsw), [VIC](https://hellobooks.ai/au/payroll-tax/vic), [QLD](https://hellobooks.ai/au/payroll-tax/qld), [WA](https://hellobooks.ai/au/payroll-tax/wa), [SA](https://hellobooks.ai/au/payroll-tax/sa), [TAS](https://hellobooks.ai/au/payroll-tax/tas), [ACT](https://hellobooks.ai/au/payroll-tax/act), [NT](https://hellobooks.ai/au/payroll-tax/nt)
- AU comparisons: [vs Xero](https://hellobooks.ai/au/compare/hellobooks-vs-xero), [vs MYOB](https://hellobooks.ai/au/compare/hellobooks-vs-myob), [vs QuickBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/au/compare/hellobooks-vs-quickbooks), [vs Reckon](https://hellobooks.ai/au/compare/hellobooks-vs-reckon)

### Canada

- [Free accounting software Canada — C$0](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/pricing): Free Plan C$0, no credit card, up to 200 transactions, 2 users; Pro C$22.99/mo per entity, Business C$91.99/mo per entity (all prices in CAD). Bank connections are live through Plaid where the bank is supported; statement upload works with any bank.
- [Canada hub](https://hellobooks.ai/ca) · [GST/HST](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/gst-hst) · [Quick Method](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/quick-method) · [Place of supply](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/place-of-supply)
- Provincial sales tax at `/ca/sales-tax/{province}`: Ontario, Quebec, British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut.
- Plain-markdown mirrors of the provincial guides for citation: `/ca/sales-tax/{province}.md` (e.g. [Ontario](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/sales-tax/ontario.md), [British Columbia](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/sales-tax/british-columbia.md), [Alberta](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/sales-tax/alberta.md)); every province except Quebec.
- CA comparisons: [vs QuickBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/compare/hellobooks-vs-quickbooks), [vs Sage](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/compare/hellobooks-vs-sage), [vs Wave](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/compare/hellobooks-vs-wave), [vs FreshBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/compare/hellobooks-vs-freshbooks)
- Canada landing pages: [Free invoicing software](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/free-invoicing-software) · [Freelancer invoicing](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/freelancer-invoicing) · [GST/HST accounting software](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/gst-hst-accounting-software) · [QuickBooks alternative Canada](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/quickbooks-alternative) · [Ontario](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/accounting-software-ontario) · [British Columbia](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/accounting-software-british-columbia) · [Alberta](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/accounting-software-alberta)
- Canada segment and region pages: [Sole proprietors](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/sole-proprietor-bookkeeping) · [Quebec](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/accounting-software-quebec) · [QST accounting software](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/qst-accounting-software) · [Atlantic Canada](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/accounting-software-atlantic-canada) · [Saskatchewan & Manitoba](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/accounting-software-saskatchewan-manitoba) · [Yukon, NWT & Nunavut](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/accounting-software-territories) · [Contractors](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/contractor-bookkeeping) · [Consultants](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/consultant-accounting) · [Cleaning businesses](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/cleaning-business-bookkeeping) · [Photographers](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/photographer-bookkeeping) · [E-commerce](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/ecommerce-accounting) · [Retail](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/retail-accounting-software) · [Wholesale](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/wholesale-accounting-software) · [Non-profits](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/nonprofit-accounting) · [Startups](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/startup-accounting) · [Multi-currency](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/multi-currency-accounting) · [Realtors](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/realtor-bookkeeping) · [Therapists](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/therapist-bookkeeping) · [Tutors](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/tutor-bookkeeping) · [Restaurants](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/restaurant-accounting) · [Agencies](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/agency-accounting) · [vs spreadsheets](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/spreadsheet-bookkeeping)
- Canada comparisons: [Best free accounting software Canada](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/best-free-accounting-software) · [Xero alternative Canada](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/xero-alternative) · [Wave alternative Canada](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/compare/hellobooks-vs-wave) · [FreshBooks alternative Canada](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/compare/hellobooks-vs-freshbooks) · [Sage alternative Canada](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/compare/hellobooks-vs-sage)
- Canada free tools (ungated): [GST/HST calculator by province](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/gst-hst-calculator) · [Invoice template](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/invoice-template) · [Invoice generator](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/invoice-generator) · [PST calculator (BC, SK, MB)](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/pst-calculator) · [GST/HST registration threshold checker](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/gst-registration-checker) · [Quick Method calculator (guidance)](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/quick-method-calculator) · [Estimate template](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/estimate-template) · [Receipt template](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/receipt-template) · [Payment reminder templates](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/payment-reminder-templates) · [Late payment interest calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/late-payment-interest-calculator) · [Chart of accounts template](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/chart-of-accounts-template) · [Place of supply helper](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/place-of-supply-calculator) · [Mileage log template](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/mileage-log-template) · [Profit margin calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/profit-margin-calculator) · [Markup calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/markup-calculator)

### Singapore, UAE & New Zealand

- [Singapore hub](https://hellobooks.ai/sg) · [GST F5 / IRAS](https://hellobooks.ai/sg/gst) · [vs Xero](https://hellobooks.ai/sg/compare/hellobooks-vs-xero) · [vs Zoho Books](https://hellobooks.ai/sg/compare/hellobooks-vs-zoho-books)
- [UAE hub](https://hellobooks.ai/uae) · [VAT 201 / FTA](https://hellobooks.ai/uae/vat) · [vs Zoho Books](https://hellobooks.ai/uae/compare/hellobooks-vs-zoho-books) · [vs Wafeq](https://hellobooks.ai/uae/compare/hellobooks-vs-wafeq)
- [New Zealand hub](https://hellobooks.ai/nz)

### VAT return computation (21 countries)

Each country has a hub at `/{iso2}` and a VAT return page at `/{iso2}/vat-return`:

- [Bahrain](https://hellobooks.ai/bh/vat-return) · [Germany](https://hellobooks.ai/de/vat-return) · [Egypt](https://hellobooks.ai/eg/vat-return) · [Spain](https://hellobooks.ai/es/vat-return) · [France](https://hellobooks.ai/fr/vat-return) · [Ghana](https://hellobooks.ai/gh/vat-return) · [Indonesia](https://hellobooks.ai/id/vat-return) · [Ireland](https://hellobooks.ai/ie/vat-return) · [Italy](https://hellobooks.ai/it/vat-return) · [Kenya](https://hellobooks.ai/ke/vat-return) · [Nigeria](https://hellobooks.ai/ng/vat-return) · [Netherlands](https://hellobooks.ai/nl/vat-return) · [Oman](https://hellobooks.ai/om/vat-return) · [Philippines](https://hellobooks.ai/ph/vat-return) · [Pakistan](https://hellobooks.ai/pk/vat-return) · [Saudi Arabia](https://hellobooks.ai/sa/vat-return) · [Thailand](https://hellobooks.ai/th/vat-return) · [Tanzania](https://hellobooks.ai/tz/vat-return) · [Uganda](https://hellobooks.ai/ug/vat-return) · [Vietnam](https://hellobooks.ai/vn/vat-return) · [South Africa](https://hellobooks.ai/za/vat-return)

## Solution & keyword pages

- AI bookkeeping: [AI bookkeeping](https://hellobooks.ai/ai-bookkeeping), [AI bookkeeping software](https://hellobooks.ai/ai-bookkeeping-software), [AI bookkeeper](https://hellobooks.ai/ai-bookkeeper), [AI accountant](https://hellobooks.ai/ai-accountant), [AI accounting software](https://hellobooks.ai/ai-accounting-software), [Automated bookkeeping](https://hellobooks.ai/automated-bookkeeping)
- Buyer's guides & feature explainers: [Best accounting software 2026](https://hellobooks.ai/best-accounting-software), [AI accounts payable software](https://hellobooks.ai/ai-accounts-payable-software), [Features of AI bookkeeping](https://hellobooks.ai/ai-bookkeeping-features), [Advanced accounting software](https://hellobooks.ai/advanced-accounting-software), [Features of bookkeeping](https://hellobooks.ai/bookkeeping-features)
- General: [Online accounting software](https://hellobooks.ai/online-accounting-software), [Free accounting software](https://hellobooks.ai/free-accounting-software), [Free accounting software with a bank feed](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-with-bank-feed), [Free accounting software for LLCs](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-for-llc), [Free accounting software for sole proprietors](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-for-sole-proprietors), [Free bookkeeping for side hustles](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-bookkeeping-for-side-hustles), [Free accounting software for small nonprofits](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-for-nonprofits), [Free accounting software for consultants](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-for-consultants), [Free AI bookkeeping software](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-ai-bookkeeping-software), [Best free accounting software in the US, compared](https://hellobooks.ai/us/compare), [HelloBooks vs Zoho Books (US)](https://hellobooks.ai/us/compare/hellobooks-vs-zoho-books), [Free accounting for photographers](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-for-photographers), [Free accounting for Etsy sellers](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-for-etsy-sellers), [Free accounting for small landlords](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-for-landlords), [Free accounting for cleaning businesses](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-for-cleaning-businesses), [Free accounting for owner-operator truckers](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-for-owner-operators), [Free accounting for food trucks](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-for-food-trucks), [Free accounting for creative agencies](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-for-creative-agencies), [Free bookkeeping for tutors and coaches](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-for-tutors), [Free accounting for real estate agents](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-for-real-estate-agents), [Free accounting for handyman businesses](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-for-handyman), [Free accounting app (iOS and Android)](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-app), [Free accounting software for two partners](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-for-partners), [Free Excel alternative for bookkeeping](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-excel-alternative), [Free accounting for home bakers](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-for-home-bakers), [Wave vs QuickBooks vs HelloBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/us/compare/wave-vs-quickbooks-vs-hellobooks), [Zoho Books Free vs Wave Starter vs HelloBooks Free](https://hellobooks.ai/us/compare/zoho-books-vs-wave-vs-hellobooks), [GnuCash vs HelloBooks Free](https://hellobooks.ai/us/compare/hellobooks-vs-gnucash), [Moving off QuickBooks Free](https://hellobooks.ai/us/switch-from-quickbooks-free), [Moving from Wave](https://hellobooks.ai/us/switch-from-wave), [Moving from Zoho Books](https://hellobooks.ai/us/switch-from-zoho-books), [Free vs paid accounting software](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-vs-paid-accounting-software), [The hidden limits in free accounting software](https://hellobooks.ai/us/free-accounting-software-limits), [Accounting software USA](https://hellobooks.ai/accounting-software-usa), [Accounting software India](https://hellobooks.ai/accounting-software-india), [Free accounting software India (free GST filing)](https://hellobooks.ai/in/free-accounting-software), [Free GST billing software India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/free-gst-billing-software), [Free GSTR-1 filing India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/gstr-1-filing), [Free GSTR-3B filing India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/gstr-3b-filing), [Free GSTR-2B reconciliation India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/gstr-2b-reconciliation), [Free accounting software for wholesale traders India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/wholesale), [Free accounting for freelancers India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/free-accounting-for-freelancers), [Free accounting for startups India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/free-accounting-for-startups), [Free accounting for boutiques India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/free-accounting-for-boutiques), [Free accounting for pharmacies India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/free-accounting-for-pharmacies), [Free accounting for hardware stores India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/free-accounting-for-hardware-stores), [Free accounting for coaching institutes India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/free-accounting-for-coaching-institutes), [Free accounting for transporters India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/free-accounting-for-transporters), [Free accounting app India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/free-accounting-app), [Zoho Books Free alternative India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/zoho-books-free-alternative), [Free accounting for partnership firms India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/free-accounting-for-partnership-firms), [Bank statement import India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/bank-statement-import), [Excel to GST accounting software](https://hellobooks.ai/in/excel-to-accounting-software), [Switch from Vyapar](https://hellobooks.ai/in/switch-from-vyapar), [Vyapar vs myBillBook vs HelloBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/in/compare/vyapar-vs-mybillbook-vs-hellobooks), [Free vs paid GST software India](https://hellobooks.ai/in/free-vs-paid-gst-software), [Free accounting software Canada](https://hellobooks.ai/ca/free-accounting-software)
- Workflows: [Accounts payable automation](https://hellobooks.ai/accounts-payable-automation), [Accounts receivable automation](https://hellobooks.ai/accounts-receivable-automation), [Bank reconciliation software](https://hellobooks.ai/bank-reconciliation-software), [Expense management](https://hellobooks.ai/expense-management-software), [Expense tracking](https://hellobooks.ai/expense-tracking-software), [Fixed asset management](https://hellobooks.ai/fixed-asset-management-software), [Financial reporting software](https://hellobooks.ai/financial-reporting-software), [Cash-flow management software](https://hellobooks.ai/cash-flow-management-software)
- Invoicing: [Invoice software](https://hellobooks.ai/invoice-software), [Invoice management software](https://hellobooks.ai/invoice-management-software), [Online invoice payments](https://hellobooks.ai/online-invoice-payments), [Multi-currency accounting](https://hellobooks.ai/multi-currency-accounting-software)
- Multi-entity: [Multi-entity accounting](https://hellobooks.ai/multi-entity-accounting), [Multi-entity consolidation](https://hellobooks.ai/multi-entity-consolidation)
- India compliance software: [GST return filing](https://hellobooks.ai/gst-return-filing-software), [GST input tax credit](https://hellobooks.ai/gst-input-tax-credit-software), [E-invoicing software](https://hellobooks.ai/e-invoicing-software), [E-way bill software](https://hellobooks.ai/e-way-bill-software)
- Channels: [WhatsApp accounting](https://hellobooks.ai/whatsapp-accounting), [Slack accounting](https://hellobooks.ai/slack-accounting), [Email accounting](https://hellobooks.ai/email-accounting)
- Platform: [Azure](https://hellobooks.ai/azure), [Microsoft Store listing](https://hellobooks.ai/microsoft-store), [App directory listings](https://hellobooks.ai/app-directory-listings)

## Tools & calculators

Free, no-signup calculators and checkers.

- [Tools hub](https://hellobooks.ai/tools)
- India: [GST Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/gst-calculator), [GSTIN Validator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/gstin-validator), [GST Invoice Validator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/gst-invoice-validator), [GST Reconciliation Checker](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/gst-reconciliation-checker), [HSN Code Search](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/hsn-code-search), [TDS Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/tds-calculator), [TDS Compliance Checker](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/tds-compliance-checker), [Income Tax Calculator — Old vs New Regime](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/income-tax-calculator-india), [HRA Exemption Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/hra-exemption-calculator), [Advance Tax Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/advance-tax-calculator), [Capital Gains Tax Calculator (India)](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/capital-gains-tax-calculator-india), [Take-Home Salary Calculator (India)](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/take-home-salary-calculator-india), [Freelancer Tax Planner (India)](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/freelancer-tax-planner-india), [Profit Benchmark (India)](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/profit-benchmark-india), [NGO Compliance Calendar](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/ngo-compliance-calendar)
- India free GST tools ([hub](https://hellobooks.ai/in/tools)): [GST Late Fee Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/in/tools/gst-late-fee-calculator), [ITC Eligibility Checker](https://hellobooks.ai/in/tools/itc-eligibility-checker), [GST Registration Checker](https://hellobooks.ai/in/tools/gst-registration-checker), [Place of Supply Helper](https://hellobooks.ai/in/tools/place-of-supply), [Reverse Charge Checker](https://hellobooks.ai/in/tools/reverse-charge-checker), [GST Quotation Format](https://hellobooks.ai/in/tools/quotation-format), [Delivery Challan Format](https://hellobooks.ai/in/tools/delivery-challan-format), [Purchase Order Format](https://hellobooks.ai/in/tools/purchase-order-format), [GST Credit Note Format](https://hellobooks.ai/in/tools/credit-note-format), [E-Invoice Applicability Checker](https://hellobooks.ai/in/tools/e-invoice-applicability-checker), [E-Way Bill Checker](https://hellobooks.ai/in/tools/e-way-bill-checker), [Profit & Loss Format (Schedule III)](https://hellobooks.ai/in/tools/profit-and-loss-format), [Balance Sheet Format (Schedule III)](https://hellobooks.ai/in/tools/balance-sheet-format)
- US: [Sales Tax Nexus Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/sales-tax-nexus-calculator), [1099 Compliance Checker](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/1099-compliance-checker), [1099 Deadline Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/1099-deadline-calculator), [Quarterly Tax Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/quarterly-tax-calculator), [Self-Employment Tax Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/self-employment-tax-calculator), [1099-NEC checker](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/1099-nec-checker), [US sales tax calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/sales-tax-calculator), [Break-even calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/break-even-calculator), [13-week cash flow forecast template](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/13-week-cash-flow-template), [Payment reminder email templates](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/payment-reminder-email-templates), [Mileage deduction calculator (IRS rate)](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/mileage-calculator), [Freelance hourly rate calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/hourly-rate-calculator), [Monthly bookkeeping checklist](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/bookkeeping-checklist), [Expense report template](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/expense-report-template), [Balance sheet template](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/balance-sheet-template), [AR aging template](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/ar-aging-template), [EIN application guide for LLCs](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/ein-application-guide), [Free Invoice Generator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/invoice-generator), [Free Estimate Generator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/estimate-generator), [Free Receipt Generator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/receipt-generator), [Profit and Loss Template](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/profit-and-loss-template), [Business Entity Tax Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/business-entity-tax-calculator), [Section 179 Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/section-179-calculator), [ASC 606 Compliance Checker](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/asc-606-compliance-checker), [Solar Tax Credit Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/solar-tax-credit-calculator)
- UK: [CIS Deduction Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/cis-deduction-calculator), [MTD ITSA Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/mtd-itsa-calculator)
- Industry: [AIA Billing Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/aia-billing-calculator), [Construction Overrun Risk](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/construction-overrun-risk), [IFTA Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/ifta-calculator), [Amazon Seller Profit Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/amazon-seller-profit-calculator)
- Finance ops: [Cash Flow Runway](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/cash-flow-runway), [Cash Flow Planner](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/cash-flow-planner), [Working Capital Analyzer](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/working-capital-analyzer), [Early Payment Discount Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/early-payment-discount-calculator)
- Switching: [Switching Savings Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/switching-savings-calculator), [QuickBooks Cost Calculator](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/quickbooks-cost-calculator)
- Templates & docs: [Chart of Accounts Template](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/chart-of-accounts-template), [Accounting SOP Builder](https://hellobooks.ai/tools/accounting-sop-builder), [Templates library](https://hellobooks.ai/templates)

## Resources

- [Blog](https://hellobooks.ai/blog): Long-form articles on bookkeeping, tax, AI in accounting, SaaS finance.
- [Docs](https://hellobooks.ai/docs) · [Guides](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/guides): Step-by-step playbooks (month-end close, GST filing, multi-entity setup).
- [API reference](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/api-reference)
- [Accounting glossary](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/accounting-glossary): 100+ accounting terms defined, with formulas and examples. Also at [/glossary](https://hellobooks.ai/glossary).
- [Accounting statistics 2026](https://hellobooks.ai/accounting-statistics): 20+ cited statistics on the accounting software market, SMB adoption, and AI in accounting. Every figure links to its source — free to cite.
- [Tax calendar 2026](https://hellobooks.ai/tax-calendar/2026): Filing deadlines by country and form.
- [Help · GSTR-7 (GST-TDS, India)](https://hellobooks.ai/help/gst/gstr-7): Section 51 GST-TDS deductors — who files, deductor setup, monthly flow, and how GST-TDS differs from income-tax TDS.
- [Help · Supply + Labour billing (works-contract)](https://hellobooks.ai/help/billing/supply-and-labour): Billing material and labour separately on one line — each rate posts to its own GL and tax code (HSN for goods, SAC for the service) across quotes, invoices, bills and credit notes.
- [Case studies](https://hellobooks.ai/case-studies): Customer outcomes and migrations.
- [FAQ](https://hellobooks.ai/faq): Top-of-funnel and product FAQs.
- [Press kit](https://hellobooks.ai/press): Founder bios, product facts, quote bank, downloadable assets.

## Company, trust & policies

- [About](https://hellobooks.ai/about-us): Mission, team, parent company (Meru Technosoft).
- [Contact](https://hellobooks.ai/contact)
- [Trust center](https://hellobooks.ai/trust-center): SOC 2 Type II, AES-256 encryption, MFA, RBAC, GDPR-aligned and DPDP-compliant handling, real-time status, security pack on request. ISO 27001 is on the roadmap. Also the security overview — encryption, access controls, and security FAQs for teams and firms.
- [Editorial policy](https://hellobooks.ai/editorial-policy): How content is created, reviewed, and updated — every article fact-checked by a CPA or CA before publication.
- [Fact-checking policy](https://hellobooks.ai/fact-checking-policy): YMYL standards — claims verified against IRS, HMRC, ATO, and GST Council sources.
- [Privacy policy](https://hellobooks.ai/privacy-policy) · [Cookie policy](https://hellobooks.ai/cookie-policy) · [Terms](https://hellobooks.ai/terms-and-conditions) · [Accessibility statement](https://hellobooks.ai/accessibility-statement) · [Delete account](https://hellobooks.ai/delete-account)
- Sister products: [HelloTime](https://hellobooks.ai/hellotime) (time & attendance), [HelloGrowth CRM](https://hellobooks.ai/hellogrowth-crm).

## Machine-readable feeds

- [Pricing JSON feed](https://hellobooks.ai/api/feed/pricing.json): Machine-readable pricing matrix (tiers, prices, features, limits, credit packs) across all 8 supported regions. Sourced from the same config that renders /pricing.
- [Products JSON feed](https://hellobooks.ai/api/feed/products.json): Product catalog for the Meru Fin Tech suite (HelloBooks, HelloTime, HelloGrowth CRM) with geos, capabilities, and canonical URLs.
- [Accountant directory feed (JSON)](https://hellobooks.ai/api/feed/accountants.json): Every listed firm, taxonomies (countries, specialties, industries, partnership levels), and computed badges. Refreshed on deploy.
- [Country pages feed (JSON)](https://hellobooks.ai/api/feed/country-pages.json): 187 country catalog entries with each public hub URL and pricing URL when the website publishes one. Includes Mauritius at https://hellobooks.ai/mu and https://hellobooks.ai/mu/pricing.

## Frequently asked (citation-ready)

- What is HelloBooks? AI bookkeeping and accounting software for small and midsize businesses, ecommerce sellers, and accounting firms; it automates categorization, reconciliation, invoicing, expenses, inventory and reporting. See https://hellobooks.ai
- How much does HelloBooks cost? A permanent free plan with up to 200 transactions, free AI credits to get started, and 2 users. Pro is $39.99/month per entity USD (region-aware) with 15,000 credits, unlimited users, multi-entity, and API access. A Business tier adds 50,000 credits. The Partner Program for accounting firms is free to join. See https://hellobooks.ai/pricing
- Is there a free plan? Yes — a permanent free plan, not a time-limited trial. It includes 1 bank connection (a bank account or a credit card). See https://hellobooks.ai/pricing
- Does HelloBooks have a practice-management product for accounting firms? Yes — Practice Management (https://hellobooks.ai/practice-management) is a standalone product for accounting firms. It has shipped in the United States only so far; other regions are on the roadmap with a waitlist. It covers clients, recurring tasks, proposals, engagement letters, time tracking, document exchange, and a 6-role RBAC. It is priced per seat at $9.99 per user per month (USD), with a permanent free tier for up to 2 users / 10 clients and a 30-day trial on the paid plan.
- What countries does HelloBooks support? United States and India are the primary markets, with deep compliance also for the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, UAE, Singapore, and New Zealand. VAT return computation is live for 21 more countries: Bahrain, Germany, Egypt, Spain, France, Ghana, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Kenya, Nigeria, Netherlands, Oman, Philippines, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Tanzania, Uganda, Vietnam, and South Africa. The support catalog has 187 country catalog entries and the website publishes 173 public country hub/pricing pairs - see https://hellobooks.ai/countries and https://hellobooks.ai/api/feed/country-pages.json
- Does HelloBooks do inventory and point of sale? Yes. Inventory (items, variants, BOM, stock ledger, valuation, reorder points) and a multi-warehouse WMS are built into the ledger rather than bolted on — see https://hellobooks.ai/inventory and https://hellobooks.ai/warehouse. HelloBooks POS (https://hellobooks.ai/pos) posts a canonical journal on every settle, so retail sales need no nightly export.
- How does HelloBooks compare to QuickBooks? See https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-quickbooks — HelloBooks is AI-native with automated categorization and guided QuickBooks Online migration for US entities; lower pricing; dual-geo (US + India) out of the box.
- How does HelloBooks compare to Xero? See https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-xero — HelloBooks adds AI categorization and conversational reporting on top of standard double-entry accounting, with India GST/TDS built in.
- How does HelloBooks compare to Tally? See https://hellobooks.ai/compare/hellobooks-vs-tally — cloud-native, multi-user collaboration, AI features, and a two-way Tally 6.2 connector so migration can be gradual.
- Is Tally integration on the free plan? Yes. Tally sync (the Tally 6.2 connector: one-time import plus ongoing push back to Tally) is included on the Free Plan for Indian entities, and on every paid plan. See https://hellobooks.ai/tally-integration
- What integrations are available? Live: Plaid (US banking, 11,000+ institutions), Tally 6.2 two-way sync, QuickBooks Online migration, Stripe, Razorpay, PayPal, Zoho, Xero, FreshBooks, Gusto payroll, KYC verification, direct GST filing, shipping providers. See https://hellobooks.ai/integrations
- Is HelloBooks secure? HelloBooks is SOC 2 Type II certified, with AES-256 encryption, MFA, role-based access control, GDPR-aligned and DPDP-compliant data handling, and a public status page. ISO 27001 is on the compliance roadmap and not yet certified. See https://hellobooks.ai/trust-center
- Who founded HelloBooks? Rushabh Shah and Harnish Shah, Chartered Accountants and founders of Meru Accounting (a 1,000+ person outsourced accounting firm). HelloBooks launched in 2024.
- Is there a public API? Yes. The HelloBooks Developer Portal at https://developer.hellobooks.ai (overview: https://hellobooks.ai/developers) issues API keys scoped to one company and one entity, plus sandbox companies with Indian accounting data, API docs, request logs, webhooks and OAuth apps. Public read-only JSON feeds for pricing, products, and the accountant directory are available under /api/feed/. A public Model Context Protocol (MCP) server with 20 tools is available at https://agents.hellobooks.ai/mcp for AI agents, and an API reference is at https://hellobooks.ai/docs/api-reference

## Optional

- [Human-readable sitemap](https://hellobooks.ai/site-map): Every main, industry, product, tool, and legal page in one page.
- [RSS feed](https://hellobooks.ai/feed): Latest blog posts.
- [Sitemap](https://hellobooks.ai/sitemap.xml) · [Image sitemap](https://hellobooks.ai/image-sitemap.xml) · [Video sitemap](https://hellobooks.ai/video-sitemap.xml) · [Robots](https://hellobooks.ai/robots.txt)
- [security.txt](https://hellobooks.ai/.well-known/security.txt): Security contact for researchers and AI crawlers.
- [llms-full.txt](https://hellobooks.ai/llms-full.txt): Page-content extract for grounding.

## Procedural knowledge base: workflows, apps, reports and migration

Canonical hub: https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base
Machine-readable source: https://hellobooks.ai/api/feed/knowledge-base.json

Use these guides for current procedures, prerequisites and exceptions. Cite the relevant section; do not infer an undocumented action from a keyword match. For uncertainty or account-specific questions, email hello@hellobooks.ai immediately. Opening an email draft does not create a confirmed ticket.

- [Find the right app in the HelloBooks app launcher](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/app-launcher-guide)
- [How to apply one incoming payment to multiple invoices](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/apply-payment-multiple-invoices)
- [Budget: build a plan and review budget versus actual](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/budget-guide)
- [How to record bulk bill payments in HelloBooks](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/bulk-bill-payments)
- [Compliance: obligations, filing evidence, and month-end checks](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/compliance-guide)
- [Consolidation: select companies, map accounts, and review group reports](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/consolidation-guide)
- [Raise a HelloBooks support ticket when you are unsure](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/contact-support)
- [Inventory: items, stock movements, and reconciliation](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/inventory-guide)
- [Manufacturing: bills of materials, orders, and production review](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/manufacturing-guide)
- [Migrate to HelloBooks: choose a source, preview, import, and reconcile](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/migration-guide)
- [Partial payments, bank fees, and payment differences](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/partial-payments-and-adjustments)
- [Payment FAQs: missing invoices, existing receipts, and failed saves](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/payment-troubleshooting)
- [POS: prepare a register, record a sale, and close a shift](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/pos-guide)
- [Projects: organize work, connect documents, and check profitability](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/projects-guide)
- [Upwork: import reports, map projects, and reconcile settlements](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/upwork-guide)
- [Warehouse: receiving, picking, transfers, and stock counts](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/warehouse-guide)
- [Use HelloBooks chat assistants and review their answers](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/ai-assistants)
- [Australia: BAS, GST and supporting tax reports](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/australia-bas-and-tax-reports)
- [Set up brands and variant items](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/brands-and-variants)
- [Create customers, vendors, employees and business-owner contacts](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/contacts-and-people)
- [Use the correct country and industry context](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/country-industry-awareness)
- [How to create, allocate, and review sales and purchase credit notes](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/credit-notes-guide)
- [How to prepare and review a delivery challan](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/delivery-challan-guide)
- [Create departments and class tracking categories](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/departments-class-tracking)
- [Disconnect a bank feed or revoke email and SMS import access](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/disconnect-bank-feeds)
- [India: GST reports, tax components and reconciliation](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/india-gst-and-tax-reports)
- [Create items and write useful descriptions](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/items-and-descriptions)
- [How to prepare purchase orders, goods receipts, and supplier bills](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/purchase-bills-guide)
- [How to create and review recurring invoices](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/recurring-invoices)
- [Use reports, filters, drilldowns, and summaries](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/reports-and-summaries)
- [How to prepare quotes, sales orders, and customer invoices](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/sales-invoices-guide)
- [Save reports, manage layouts, and reuse filters](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/saved-report-templates)
- [Find settings and update company details, dates and number formats](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/settings-guide)
- [How to categorize and review bank transactions](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/transaction-categorization)
- [United Kingdom: VAT and supporting tax reports](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/uk-vat-and-tax-reports)
- [United States: sales tax reports and calculation checks](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/us-sales-tax-reports)
- [Create and review warehouse locations](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/warehouse-locations)
- [Follow an accounting workflow from setup to review](https://hellobooks.ai/docs/knowledge-base/workflows-overview)