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| 1 | +--- |
| 2 | +title: Free-Features-in-Expensify.md |
| 3 | +description: Learn what features are available for free in Expensify and common use cases like tracking receipts for taxes, budgeting, and freelance expense management. |
| 4 | +keywords: free features, SmartScan, receipt tracking, tax documentation, freelance expenses, personal finance |
| 5 | +--- |
| 6 | + |
| 7 | +<div id="expensify-classic" markdown="1"> |
| 8 | + |
| 9 | +You don’t need a paid Workspace to use Expensify! This guide covers the free features available to individual users who want to manage personal, freelance, or household expenses. |
| 10 | + |
| 11 | +# What’s available for free in Expensify |
| 12 | + |
| 13 | +You can access these features without joining a paid Workspace: |
| 14 | + |
| 15 | +- **SmartScan** receipts (limited free scans each month) |
| 16 | +- Email receipts to [receipts@expensify.com](mailto:receipts@expensify.com) for automatic upload |
| 17 | +- **Create and organize expenses** using categories and tags |
| 18 | +- **Export expense reports** as spreadsheet or CSV files |
| 19 | +- **Manually enter and edit expenses** in the mobile or web app |
| 20 | + |
| 21 | +**Note:** Features like automatic reimbursement, Expensify Cards, integrations, and team collaboration require a paid Workspace. |
| 22 | + |
| 23 | +--- |
| 24 | + |
| 25 | +# Common use cases for free users |
| 26 | + |
| 27 | +## Tracking receipts for tax purposes |
| 28 | + |
| 29 | +Stay organized throughout the year and simplify tax filing: |
| 30 | +- Create reports like **“2024 Tax-Deductible Expenses”** |
| 31 | +- Tag expenses for business or personal use |
| 32 | +- Export reports to share with your tax software or accountant |
| 33 | + |
| 34 | +[Learn how to export expenses](https://help.expensify.com/classic/for-individuals/exporting-expenses) |
| 35 | + |
| 36 | +## Managing freelance or gig work expenses |
| 37 | + |
| 38 | +Freelancers often use Expensify to: |
| 39 | +- **Scan receipts** for client-related purchases |
| 40 | +- Generate reports to attach to invoices |
| 41 | +- **Track mileage manually** for tax deductions |
| 42 | + |
| 43 | +[How to add expenses manually](https://help.expensify.com/classic/for-individuals/adding-expenses-manually) |
| 44 | + |
| 45 | +## Personal budgeting and finance tracking |
| 46 | + |
| 47 | +Expensify is also great for everyday spending: |
| 48 | +- Monitor spending in categories like groceries, utilities, or entertainment |
| 49 | +- Save digital receipts for warranties or large purchases |
| 50 | +- Use tags to track **shared expenses** with family or roommates |
| 51 | + |
| 52 | +[Organize expenses with categories and tags](https://help.expensify.com/classic/for-individuals/categorizing-and-tagging-expenses) |
| 53 | + |
| 54 | +--- |
| 55 | + |
| 56 | +# FAQ |
| 57 | + |
| 58 | +## Is SmartScan free? |
| 59 | + |
| 60 | +Yes, each account includes a limited number of free SmartScans per month. After that, you can still upload receipts manually. |
| 61 | + |
| 62 | +## Can I use Expensify without a business? |
| 63 | + |
| 64 | +Absolutely. Expensify is designed for anyone—individuals, freelancers, or households—who want to track expenses. |
| 65 | + |
| 66 | +## Do I need to upgrade to export expenses? |
| 67 | + |
| 68 | +No upgrade is required. You can export your expenses anytime as a spreadsheet or CSV. |
| 69 | + |
| 70 | +## What if I need advanced features later? |
| 71 | + |
| 72 | +You can always **create or join a Workspace** to unlock more tools like bank connections, accounting integrations, and company card support. |
| 73 | + |
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