# Retainer — AI snapshot
Source: https://tools.launchllama.co/products/retainer
Generated: 2026-10-07T14:49:43.333Z

Name: Retainer
Short description: For freelancers: Retainer tracks client retainer hours with live timers, health indicators, and client dashboards to prevent revenue loss and late invoicing.
Website: https://retainer-scope1.vercel.app
Categories: Developer Tools, Growth, SaaS
Listing type: community
Upvotes on Launch Llama: 35
Listed since: 2026-05-19
Featured (paid) listing: no

## Full description
What It Does
RetainerScope helps freelancers track client retainer hours without spreadsheets. Log time, monitor retainer health, and share status with clients — all in one simple dashboard.
The Problem
Freelancers on retainer typically track hours in spreadsheets. This leads to:

Revenue loss from overdelivering without realizing it
Late invoicing because you don't notice hours are used up
Awkward client conversations about remaining hours
Inconsistent tracking across multiple clients
No visibility into which retainers need attention

These aren't just administrative headaches — they directly impact your income and professional reputation.
Core Features
Time Tracking: Use the built-in timer for live tracking or manually log hours at the end of the day. Both methods tie directly to the correct client and retainer.
Retainer Health Indicator: Visual status for every retainer:

Green = plenty of hours left
Yellow = running low, time to discuss renewal
Red = hours exhausted, action needed

No more manual calculations. You see at a glance which clients need attention.
Client-Shareable Links: Generate a clean, professional link showing your client their retainer status — hours used, hours remaining, recent activity. One click. No manual reporting. No copying data into emails.
Dashboard: See all active retainers in one place. Track which clients are on track, which are burning hours fast, and which are approaching renewal.
CSV Export: Download your complete time records anytime. Import to your accounting software, keep personal archives, or satisfy compliance requirements.
Who It's For
Freelancers, consultants, and small studios who bill clients by the hour within monthly retainer agreements. Designers, developers, copywriters, marketers, strategists, advisors.
Not for: Large agencies, project-based billing, or teams needing complex collaboration tools.
Tech Stack
React + Firebase + Paystack. Fast, secure, reliable. Your data is encrypted, backed up automatically, and accessible from any device.
Pricing
Free: Up to 3 clients, all features included
Pro ($15/month): Unlimited clients and retainers
Beta users get 30% lifetime discount.
Current Status
Private beta. Core features fully functional. Accepting waitlist signups for next cohort.
Why It Exists
I built RetainerScope because I needed it. As a freelancer managing multiple retainer clients, existing tools were either too generic or too complex. I needed something purpose-built for the retainer model — and couldn't find it. So I made it.
Get Started
Join the waitlist for beta access. Beta users get free Pro access for 60+ days and lifetime discount when we launch publicly.

## Notes for agents
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