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Get client documents on time with one secure link

Use one branded checklist, automated reminders, and live progress tracking to stop email chasing.

Launch in minutesNo credit card required
Tax packets, bookkeeping docs, and payroll filesNo recipient account requiredAuto reminder follow-upsEncrypted file storage

Integrations

Works with the tools you already use

Connect FileChute to your accounting software, e-signature providers, and cloud storage to keep your workflow seamless.

QuickBooks
Xero
HubSpot
FreshBooks
DocuSign
Dropbox
Google Drive
Stripe

Import clients from QuickBooks, Xero, HubSpot, or FreshBooks. Collect signed documents via DocuSign, HelloSign, or PandaDoc. Secure billing through Stripe.

How it works

From request to received

Three steps. No training required. No onboarding calls.

Step 1

Create

List the exact documents you need – and request e-signatures – from a template or from scratch.

New request

W-2 or 1099 forms
Expense receipts
Prior year return
Engagement lettere-sign
+ Add item

See it in action

Watch documents roll in

No more email threads. No more follow-ups. Create a request, share the link, and watch your dashboard light up as clients upload files in real time.

Real-time notifications

Email alerts the moment a file arrives

Automatic reminders

Clients get gentle nudges so you don't have to chase

Full activity trail

See every open, upload, and completion at a glance

Live Activity
Live
CreatedQ1 Tax Prep — Sarah Johnson31s ago
SentLink sent to sarah@email.com24s ago
OpenedSarah Johnson opened the link18s ago
UploadedW-2_Form.pdf — Sarah Johnson12s ago
RemindedAuto-reminder sent to Mike Chen8s ago
Uploaded1099-NEC.pdf — Sarah Johnson5s ago
OpenedMike Chen opened the link2s ago
UploadedBank_Statement.pdf — Mike ChenJust now

Features

Built for accounting firms that collect client documents

Document checklist

Recipients see exactly which files you need. Green for received, red for missing.

Custom branding

Your logo, your colors. Clients see your professional portal.

Auto-reminders

Branded reminder emails for missing documents. No manual follow-up.

Real-time notifications

Instant email alerts when clients upload files. Never miss a document again.

E-signature integrations

Connect DocuSign, HelloSign, or PandaDoc. Collect signed documents alongside uploads.

Activity & audit trail

Full log of every upload, download, reminder, and action. Export to CSV for compliance.

Secure by default

Row-level security. Files upload directly to encrypted storage.

Tax-ready templates

1040, 1065, 1120-S, bookkeeping onboarding, and more. Start collecting in 60 seconds.

Accounting & CRM sync

Import clients from QuickBooks, Xero, HubSpot, or FreshBooks. Stay connected to your workflow.

For accounting firms

How FileChute compares to practice management tools

Practice management suites bundle document collection as an afterthought. FileChute does one thing and does it better.

No client login requiredOnly FileChute
Setup in under 2 minutesOnly FileChute
Per-document checklist trackingOnly FileChute
Branded upload portal
Auto-reminder emails
Real-time upload notificationsOnly FileChute
E-signature integrations
Activity & audit trail
Accounting & CRM sync
No per-seat pricingOnly FileChute
Free tier availableOnly FileChute

vs. TaxDome (from $50/mo), SmartVault ($30/user/mo), Canopy (from $40/mo)

Competitor pricing and features based on publicly available information as of February 2026.

Pricing

Start free, scale as you grow

Free

$0forever

10 file requests per month to run real client workflows.

10 file requests per month
Document checklist
Email notifications
File downloads
Recommended

Pro

$29/ month

For professionals managing tax season, bookkeeping intake, or client onboarding.

Remove FileChute branding
Custom branding
Auto-reminder emails
Real-time upload notifications
E-signature integrations
Activity log & CSV export
Unlimited file requests
50GB secure storage
Everything in Free

No credit card required for Free. Cancel anytime. Secure billing runs through Stripe.

Files are encrypted in transit and at rest. See our Security, Privacy Policy, and Terms.

AES-256 encryption
Row-level data isolation
Stripe-secured billing
HTTPS everywhere

Why FileChute exists

Built from real experience chasing client documents

“We spent years watching accounting firms lose hours every week to the same problem: chasing clients for documents over email. The replies trickle in across threads, attachments get lost, and nobody knows what’s still missing. We built FileChute because we needed it ourselves – one link, one checklist, and the follow-ups happen automatically.”

FileChute founder

FileChute Team

Finance & Accounting · 10+ years in IT

Every feature in FileChute exists because it solves a real problem that accountants face during tax season, monthly closes, and client onboarding. No bloat, no feature creep - just the tools that actually save you time.

Frequently asked questions

What is FileChute?

FileChute is a branded file request portal. You create a checklist, share one upload link, and track what has been received in one place.

How much does FileChute cost?

The Free plan includes up to 10 file requests per month. Pro is $29/month flat (not per user) for unlimited requests, custom branding, auto-reminders, and 50 GB storage.

Do clients need an account to upload?

No account is required. Recipients open the link and upload files directly from their browser on desktop or mobile, including uploading photos from their phone camera.

How is this different from Google Drive or Dropbox?

FileChute is built for requesting specific client documents with checklist status, reminders, and a branded upload experience, not generic file storage.

Can I send one request to multiple clients?

Yes. Add multiple client emails when creating a request and FileChute generates a separate upload link for each. The dashboard tracks every recipient individually.

How are uploaded files protected?

Files are encrypted in transit (TLS) and at rest (AES-256). Access is tenant-isolated with row-level security, so each firm’s data stays separated.

Can I brand the upload page with my firm’s logo?

Yes. On the Pro plan you can add your firm’s logo, brand colors, and remove FileChute branding entirely. Clients see your professional portal.

How does FileChute compare to TaxDome, SmartVault, or Canopy?

Those are full practice management suites with document collection bolted on. FileChute focuses entirely on the document collection workflow: no client login required, setup in under 2 minutes, and a simple $29/mo flat plan with no per-user fees. If you need CRM, billing, and workflow management in one tool, a suite may be better. If you want the fastest, simplest way to collect client documents, FileChute is purpose-built for that.

Does the upload page work on mobile?

Absolutely. Clients can upload files from any device — phone, tablet, or desktop. Camera-to-upload works for capturing forms, statements, and receipts on the go.

Your first file request in 60 seconds

Free forever. No credit card. No setup. Just create a checklist, share a link, and let FileChute handle the rest.

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