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+title: Free-Features-in-Expensify.md
+description: Learn what features are available for free in Expensify and common use cases like tracking receipts for taxes, budgeting, and freelance expense management.
+keywords: free features, SmartScan, receipt tracking, tax documentation, freelance expenses, personal finance
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+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.
+
+# What’s available for free in Expensify
+
+You can access these features without joining a paid Workspace:
+
+- **SmartScan** receipts (limited free scans each month)
+- Email receipts to [receipts@expensify.com](mailto:receipts@expensify.com) for automatic upload
+- **Create and organize expenses** using categories and tags
+- **Export expense reports** as spreadsheet or CSV files
+- **Manually enter and edit expenses** in the mobile or web app
+
+**Note:** Features like automatic reimbursement, Expensify Cards, integrations, and team collaboration require a paid Workspace.
+
+---
+
+# Common use cases for free users
+
+## Tracking receipts for tax purposes
+
+Stay organized throughout the year and simplify tax filing:
+- Create reports like **“2024 Tax-Deductible Expenses”**
+- Tag expenses for business or personal use
+- Export reports to share with your tax software or accountant
+
+[Learn how to export expenses](https://help.expensify.com/classic/for-individuals/exporting-expenses)
+
+## Managing freelance or gig work expenses
+
+Freelancers often use Expensify to:
+- **Scan receipts** for client-related purchases
+- Generate reports to attach to invoices
+- **Track mileage manually** for tax deductions
+
+[How to add expenses manually](https://help.expensify.com/classic/for-individuals/adding-expenses-manually)
+
+## Personal budgeting and finance tracking
+
+Expensify is also great for everyday spending:
+- Monitor spending in categories like groceries, utilities, or entertainment
+- Save digital receipts for warranties or large purchases
+- Use tags to track **shared expenses** with family or roommates
+
+[Organize expenses with categories and tags](https://help.expensify.com/classic/for-individuals/categorizing-and-tagging-expenses)
+
+---
+
+# FAQ
+
+## Is SmartScan free?
+
+Yes, each account includes a limited number of free SmartScans per month. After that, you can still upload receipts manually.
+
+## Can I use Expensify without a business?
+
+Absolutely. Expensify is designed for anyone—individuals, freelancers, or households—who want to track expenses.
+
+## Do I need to upgrade to export expenses?
+
+No upgrade is required. You can export your expenses anytime as a spreadsheet or CSV.
+
+## What if I need advanced features later?
+
+You can always **create or join a Workspace** to unlock more tools like bank connections, accounting integrations, and company card support.
+