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TapTax | Tap. File. Done.
The Simplest MTD Tax App for UK Sole Traders
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What is TapTax | Tap. File. Done.?
TapTax is an MTD-compatible tax application designed for UK sole traders to track income and expenses, scan receipts, and file quarterly Making Tax Digital updates and Self Assessment returns directly to HMRC.
Provides a simplified interface for UK sole traders to manage HMRC compliance, featuring AI-driven expense categorization and direct filing capabilities.
Product capabilities
Key features
- MTD-compatible quarterly filing
- Self Assessment filing
- AI-powered expense categorisation
- Receipt scanning
- Live tax estimate dashboard
- Open Banking integration
- Accountant review (on Reviewed plan)
- Mileage tracking (Pro plan)
- Multiple businesses (Pro plan)
- Property income (Pro plan)
Ways to use it
Use cases
- Tracking income and expenses
- Filing quarterly Making Tax Digital updates
- Filing year-end Self Assessment
- Categorizing business transactions
- Estimating tax liabilities
Who it is built for
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Strengths & considerations
Strengths
- Direct HMRC filing
- AI-assisted transaction categorization
- Open Banking integration for automatic imports
- Free plan available
- No card required for free account
Things to consider
- Requires UK sole trader status
- Mobile apps listed as 'Coming soon'
- Accountant review is limited to specific paid plans
- MTD compliance requirements vary by income threshold
Plan information
Pricing
Offers a free plan, with paid tiers starting at £4.99/month for Starter, £9.99/month for Pro, and £14.99/month for Reviewed. Billed monthly or annually.
Includes manual transaction entry, tax estimate dashboard, 1 quarterly submission, and basic invoicing.
Prices and plans can change. Confirm current terms on the official pricing page before purchasing.
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Quick answers
TapTax | Tap. File. Done. FAQ
What is TapTax?
TapTax is an MTD-compatible tax app for UK sole traders that allows users to track income and expenses, scan receipts, and file quarterly Making Tax Digital updates and Self Assessment returns to HMRC.
Is TapTax compatible with Making Tax Digital?
Yes, TapTax is recognized as MTD-compatible software for Income Tax submissions.
Can an accountant check my tax return?
Yes, the Reviewed plan includes an accountant check of your figures before you file.
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