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Product

What does SideLedger actually do?
It provides the specialist bookkeeping schedules your general ledger leaves out: project work-in-progress under ASC 606, fixed-asset depreciation across multiple methods, and inventory valuation with assembly cost roll-ups. It complements your accounting software — it doesn't replace it.
Does it replace QuickBooks or Xero?
No. SideLedger sits alongside your general ledger and produces the schedules and journal entries it doesn't — WIP, depreciation, and inventory valuation — that you then post to your books.
Which standards and methods are supported?
WIP uses the percentage-of-completion method (ASC 606). Fixed Assets supports straight-line, double-declining-balance (switching to straight-line), and sum-of-years-digits. Inventory uses weighted-average cost with multi-level bill-of-materials roll-ups and labor.
Can I run more than one business?
Yes. Each business is its own company (a separate workspace with its own customers, records, and team). You can create as many as you need; modules are enabled per company.

Pricing & billing

How much does it cost?
One module is free forever, in every company. Each additional module is $9.99/mo or $99.90/yr, priced per company. See the full pricing page.
Do I need a credit card to start?
No. Sign up, set up two-factor, pick your free module, and start. A card is only needed when you add a paid module.
Can I invite teammates?
Inviting teammates into a company requires at least one paid module in that company. Working solo on your free module stays free.
What happens if I cancel or a payment fails?
Your teammates stay — collaborators are never removed. The paid modules in that company become inaccessible, but your free module keeps working everywhere. A failed payment has a short grace period before access pauses, and you can re-subscribe anytime.

Security & data

How is my data protected?
Mandatory two-factor authentication, AES-256-GCM encryption of sensitive secrets at rest, bcrypt-hashed passwords, strict HTTP security headers, and rate limiting — on every account. More detail on the security page.
Can I export or delete my data?
Yes. You can export your account and business data as JSON, and permanently delete your account, anytime from Settings → Account.
Do you sell my data or run ads?
No. We don't sell your data, run ads, or use tracking cookies — only the essential cookies needed to keep you signed in.

Getting started

How do I get started?
Create an account, set up two-factor, choose your free module, and add your first project, asset, or item.
Can I sign in with Google or Microsoft?
Yes. You can sign in with Google or Microsoft (personal or work/school accounts), or with email and password.
Is there a limit on projects or records?
No. Projects, assets, and inventory items are unlimited on every plan.

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