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Getting Started with ClientSynq

Last updated: October 20, 2018

Getting Started with ClientSynq

Welcome to ClientSynq! This guide will help you set up your account and start sharing invoices with your clients through a secure portal.

What is ClientSynq?

ClientSynq is a secure client portal that connects with your QuickBooks Online account, allowing you to:

  • Share invoices with clients instantly
  • Let clients view their invoices 24/7
  • Process payments online (Pro plan)
  • Customize the portal with your branding (Pro plan)
  • Manage multiple team members (Pro plan)

Quick Start (5 Minutes)

Step 1: Create Your Account

  1. Sign up at clientsynq.com/signup
  2. Choose your plan (7-day free trial included)
  3. Verify your email address

Step 2: Connect QuickBooks

  1. Click Settings in the sidebar
  2. Select QuickBooks
  3. Click Connect to QuickBooks
  4. Log in to your QuickBooks account
  5. Authorize ClientSynq to access your data

What gets synced?

  • Customer list (read-only)
  • Invoices (read-only for Basic, read/write for Pro)
  • Payment information

Your data is safe:

  • Bank-level encryption
  • Read-only access for Basic plan
  • You can disconnect anytime

Step 3: Invite Your First Client

  1. Go to Clients in the sidebar
  2. Find a client from your QuickBooks list
  3. Click Send Portal Invitation
  4. Client receives an email with secure access link
  5. They can view invoices immediately (no account required)

Step 4: Customize Your Portal (Pro Plan)

  1. Go to SettingsBranding
  2. Upload your company logo
  3. Set your brand colors
  4. Preview the portal

Understanding the Dashboard

Key Sections

  • Dashboard: Overview of invitations and activity
  • Clients: Manage client portal access
  • QuickBooks: Connection status and sync
  • Settings: Branding, payments, team members

What Each Plan Includes

Basic Plan ($14.99/month)

  • ✅ Up to 100 clients
  • ✅ QuickBooks sync (read-only)
  • ✅ Client portal invitations
  • ✅ Secure invoice sharing
  • ✅ Email support (48 hours)

Pro Plan ($29.99/month)

  • ✅ Everything in Basic, plus:
  • ✅ Unlimited clients
  • ✅ Credit card & ACH payments
  • ✅ Fee forwarding (recoup processing costs)
  • ✅ Custom branding (logo & colors)
  • ✅ Team member management
  • ✅ Bulk operations
  • ✅ Priority support (24 hours)

Enterprise Plan (Custom)

  • ✅ Everything in Pro, plus:
  • ✅ Custom integrations
  • ✅ Advanced security features
  • ✅ Dedicated account manager
  • ✅ 24/7 support (4-hour SLA)
  • ✅ Phone support

Common First Questions

How do clients access their invoices?

  1. You send them an invitation
  2. They click the link in their email
  3. They verify their email address
  4. They can view all their invoices instantly

No password or account creation required!

Is my QuickBooks data safe?

Yes! We use:

  • Bank-level 256-bit encryption
  • Secure OAuth 2.0 connection (industry standard)
  • Read-only access by default
  • SOC 2 compliant infrastructure
  • Never store your QuickBooks password

Can I customize what clients see?

Yes! Pro plan users can:

  • Upload company logo
  • Set brand colors
  • Choose which invoice fields to display
  • Add custom messages

What if I need help?

Response times:

  • Basic: 48 hours
  • Pro: 24 hours
  • Enterprise: 4 hours (24/7)

Next Steps

Once you're set up:

  1. Invite more clients - The more clients on the portal, the less email back-and-forth
  2. Set up payments (Pro) - Let clients pay invoices directly through the portal
  3. Customize branding (Pro) - Make the portal match your business
  4. Invite team members (Pro) - Give your team access to manage clients

Useful Links

Still Need Help?

Can't find what you're looking for? Contact our support team and we'll help you get started!


Last Updated: October 26, 2025

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