We’re chuffed you’re joining Hnry! But we also understand that it can feel like a big deal handing over your details to a new company on the internet (even one as charming as us).
So we’ve put together this quick explainer to walk you through exactly what we need from you, and why. We also have some pretty cool security credentials you should know about, because when it comes to keeping you and your money safe, we don’t mess about.
Think of this as a quick little speed date, where we’ll tell you everything you need to know before we take things to the next level.
So without further ado… hello, gorgeous! We’re Hnry.
What you need to sign up for a Hnry Account
An email address and password
These will be your login credentials for the Hnry App.
The stronger you make your password, the better! It’s the first line of defence in stopping unauthorised users from accessing your account.
💡 We will never, ever ask for your password. Not ever. If you get a request that appears to be from us asking for your password, it’s definitely a scam. Please report it!
We’ll also need to contact you on occasion to let you know you’ve been paid (woo!) and to update you on our service – things like letting you know we’re ready to file your tax return, or if there’s anything you need to review. For this reason, we need an email address you check often.
The Hnry App
To keep you and your details secure, Hnry requires you to use biometrics (like Face ID) to log into Hnry. It’s an added layer of protection that makes sure no one but you can make changes to your account.
This means you’ll need to download the Hnry App to your mobile device as part of the signup process. Make sure you have your phone handy!
Your bank account details
We totally get that sharing your bank account details online can feel a bit nerve wracking! But we need your bank details to pay into your account – and that’s it.
What we’ll ask for is the name on your bank account, your account number, and sort code. We won’t be able to access your personal bank account, see your bank feed, see your transactions, move your money around, or anything of the sort!
Instead, all we’ll be able to do is send you your self-employed earnings. Once we’ve deducted your taxes, National Insurance, student loan repayments (if applicable), allocations (if you have any set up), and the Hnry 1% +VAT fee, we’ll forward the rest straight to you.
That’s the beauty of Hnry, really – everything that hits your personal bank account is 100% yours to spend however you like. Go ahead and treat yourself.
Your National Insurance number (NINO) and Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR)
We use your National Insurance number and Unique Taxpayer Reference to make sure your taxes, National Insurance contributions, and student loan repayments go to the right place with HMRC. Sorted!
Your estimated annual earnings from all income sources
To get your taxes as spot-on as possible, we need to know roughly how much you expect to earn across all your income sources – not just your sole trader income.
This might include things like:
- PAYE income
- Rental income (which Hnry can sort!)
- Dividends (ditto)
Knowing your total income helps us ensure your tax calculations are accurate, and you don’t end up over or underpaying.
What type of work you do
Are you a plumber? A photographer? A yoga instructor? Or maybe a freelance writer who also sells baked goods in their spare time? It’s all cool with us – we support sole traders of all industries.
Understanding your work type helps us provide you with more targeted support, or hints and tips specific to your industry – we’re here to help, after all!
It’ll also help us ensure you’re claiming all the allowable expenses you’re eligible for. For example, a hard hat might be fair game for a builder, but maybe not so much for a graphic designer.
Whether or not you’re VAT registered
If you’re VAT registered, we need to know so we can:
- Add VAT to your prices when you create a Hnry Invoice
- Collect VAT from your incoming payments and send it to HMRC
- Complete and file your VAT returns, whenever they’re due
If you have a student loan
If you’re still paying off a student loan, we’ve got you covered. We’ll calculate, deduct, and pay the right amount on your behalf so you never have to think about it.
Our security credentials
At Hnry, we take security very, very seriously. After all, we’re one of the fastest-growing accountancies in the UK and Australasia, processing billions in payments each year – so we don’t take shortcuts when it comes to keeping your data safe.
That’s why:
- We run all staff through regular security, risk, and compliance trainings
- We insist on either two-factor authentication or biometric sign-in for our app
- We meet all the requirements for secure integration with HMRC
- We’re even ISO 27001 certified – it’s an internationally recognised standard for the highest level of business security.
More importantly, we’re trusted by thousands of sole traders across the UK and beyond to handle their taxes, manage their financial admin, and help them get paid on time.
If this sounds good to you, brilliant! Welcome to Hnry. We think you’re going to like it here.
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