kinako handles the business side of design: proposals that win clients, contracts that prevent disputes, invoices that get paid, and a client portal that makes you look like a studio.
Free plan available · No credit card required
1 click
to approve a proposal
No DocuSign
e-signatures included
Source files
withheld until paid
Sending proposals as Google Docs that clients comment all over instead of just approving
No contract — or a contract that's a Word template you found online three years ago
Delivering final files and then waiting 30+ days to get paid because you have no leverage
Unlimited revisions you never agreed to, because you never put a limit in writing
kinako fixes all of this. One tool, one login.
Everything graphic designers need to run a professional business.
Present your design work professionally: project overview, what's included, revision policy, and investment — all in a branded proposal sent as a link. Client approves with one click, contract follows automatically.
Build a design service agreement that spells out exactly how many revision rounds are included and what happens when they're exceeded. Send it before work begins — never after.
Issue a deposit invoice before starting and a final invoice before delivering source files. kinako tracks payment status so you know exactly when it's safe to hand over the AI or PSD.
Share final files and deliverables through a client portal, not a WeTransfer link. Clients download, you see when they accessed it, and everything's in one place for both of you.
After a project wraps, send a testimonial request link. Client submits a review you can embed on your site or use in proposals. Building social proof is automatic.
Log print production costs, stock imagery, font licenses, and software tools. See your real margin on every project, not just your billing rate.
“I was juggling Notion, Google Calendar, a spreadsheet for invoices, and HoneyBook for proposals. kinako replaced all of it in an afternoon.”
Not ready to sign up yet? Start with one of these free templates.
Free template
Graphic Designer Invoice Template
Professional invoice with line items specific to your work
Free template
Graphic Designer Contract Template
Service agreement with the clauses that prevent disputes
Free template
Graphic Designer Proposal Template
Win clients with a proposal structure that actually closes
Free
$0
forever
Pro
$19
/mo
or $156/yr (save 32%)
Replaces HoneyBook ($19/mo) + QuickBooks ($30/mo) + HelloSign ($15/mo). kinako is $19.
Yes. kinako's contract builder lets you specify exactly how many revision rounds are included and your hourly rate for extras. Clients sign before work begins, so expectations are clear from day one.
Upload files to the client portal. Clients download them there — you see when they accessed the files, and everything is tied to the invoice and contract. Much more professional than a WeTransfer link.
Yes. After a project wraps, send a testimonial request link. The client submits a review you can embed on your portfolio or use in future proposals.
The free plan covers 3 clients and 3 projects. The Pro plan is $19/mo (or $156/yr — $13/mo billed annually) and includes unlimited clients, projects, contracts with e-signatures, expense tracking, and recurring invoices.
Graphic Designers who use kinako look and operate like studios — without the overhead. Free to start.