Freelance Cockpit

Freelance Cockpit

Freelance Cockpit 3 is a robust and intuitive PHP-based project management system designed specifically for freelancers and small business owners who need a centralized dashboard to organize their projects, tasks, invoices, leads, and client relationships. Rather than juggling multiple apps, spreadsheets, and communication tools, Freelance Cockpit 3 brings everything together in one place.

1. One-Stop Solution: Combines project management, CRM, invoicing, and ticket support under one roof.

2. Easy to Install: No advanced programming knowledge required; follow the step-by-step installation wizard.

3. Automation & Efficiency: Automates recurring invoices, time-tracking, and offers integrated support tickets for seamless client communication.

4. Fully Customizable: Adjust CSS, color themes, and invoice layouts to align with your personal or brand identity.

5. Scalability: Suitable for both solo freelancers and small agencies with multiple team members and complex workflows.

Why Freelancers Need a Dedicated Project Management System

• Centralized Data
  Freelancers often juggle multiple projects simultaneously. A dedicated system like Freelance Cockpit 3 provides instant access to all relevant data: client details, invoices, tasks, deadlines in a single platform.

• Improved Organization
  Having a powerful dashboard reduces confusion and errors. You can see which tasks are overdue, which invoices need payment, and which leads require follow-up at a glance.

• Enhanced Professionalism
  Automated invoices, built-in client portals, and support ticket systems help you deliver a polished, professional experience to your clients—improving customer satisfaction and retention.

• Time Tracking and Reporting
  Built-in time tracking ensures you’re billing accurately for your work. Visual reports allow you to see how your time (and budget) is allocated across different projects.

Key Features and Functionalities

Freelance Cockpit 3 offers a wide range of features, ensuring that freelancers and small teams can handle all their administrative, organizational, and billing tasks with ease.

Dashboard Overview

• Instant Insights: Quick snapshot of open projects, invoices, tasks, messages, and upcoming events.

• Open Accounts: Easily track outstanding payments, upcoming payments, and late payments.

• Notification Center: Receive alerts for new messages, newly assigned tasks, or changes in project status.

Project Management

• Unlimited Projects: Create, edit, and monitor multiple projects simultaneously.

• Progress Tracking: Set start and end dates, update progress status, and manage tasks under each project.

• Client-Specific Assignments: Assign each project to a specific client, making it easy to organize tasks and documentation.

Task Management and Timesheets

• Task Creation: Add tasks quickly for any project.

• Priority Levels: Set and change task priorities, ensuring critical tasks get addressed first.

• Timesheets: Each task can have its own dedicated timesheet, enabling accurate time-based billing.

• Timer Feature: Start or stop a timer for specific tasks, ensuring effortless time-tracking.

Lead Management

• Lead Generation: Collect and manage leads to maximize potential business opportunities.

• Categorization: Organize leads by stage—backlogs, first contact, winning leads, etc.

• Import Functionality: Easily import leads via CSV files, saving time and reducing errors.

Milestones and Gantt Charts

• Project Milestones: Group related tasks and maintain a clear roadmap for each project.

• Gantt Visualization: Color-coded charts to visualize start dates, end dates, and task dependencies, facilitating better workflow planning and project tracking.

Client Management and Client Portal

• Client Database: Store contact information, company details, and website links in a centralized location.

• Client Portal: Give clients direct access to their projects, invoices, and tasks, enabling real-time updates and transparent communication.

Support Tickets

• Live Support: Allow clients to create support tickets to track issues or queries.

• Email Integration: Freelance Cockpit 3 can automatically convert emails into tickets for seamless support.

• Ticket Priority: Set priority levels and assign tickets to specific agents.

Invoice Management

• Easy Invoice Creation: Generate professional invoices in just a few clicks.

• Multiple Invoice Templates: Choose from well-designed invoice templates or customize your own (with coding knowledge).

• Recurring Invoices: Automate your billing for long-term clients or subscription-based services.

Expenses and Estimates

• Expense Tracking: Maintain a clear record of your outlays for business expenses.

• Estimates: Send project estimates to potential clients directly from the dashboard.

Recurring Invoices

• Billing Automation: Set up recurring profiles for ongoing projects, retainers, or monthly services.

• Payment Reminders: Automatically notify clients of upcoming or overdue payments.

Calendar and Events

• Google Calendar Integration: Sync events, deadlines, or milestones with your personal or team Google Calendar.

• Color-Coded Scheduling: Easily differentiate between project deadlines, client calls, and personal tasks.

Payment Gateway Integrations

• Stripe (with SCA & iDEAL): Allow clients to pay via credit card or iDEAL for EU regions.

• Authorize.net: Accept credit card payments securely in the US.

• 2Checkout: Provide multiple payment options worldwide.

• PayPal IPN & Subscriptions: Accept one-time payments or set up PayPal subscriptions for recurring billing.

Recommended Hosting Environment

For Freelance Cockpit 3 to run smoothly, consider these hosting recommendations:

1. PHP Version: 7.4 or higher for optimal performance and security.

2. MySQL or MariaDB: Ensure your host provides a reliable database environment.

3. Apache/Nginx Support: Proper mod_rewrite functionality if you’re using Apache.

4. Sufficient Memory: A minimum of 512MB allocated to PHP (though 1GB or more is ideal).

5. SSL Certificate: If you’re integrating payment gateways like Stripe or PayPal, SSL is crucial for secure transactions.