Duqu provides a cloud‑based invoicing platform for Dutch freelancers and SMEs that automates quote approval, invoice issuance, reminder scheduling and payment collection, integrating directly with accounting tools such as Moneybird and KVK data for real‑time credit checks. Its Instapay© service lets users obtain a same‑day cash advance on any outstanding invoice for a 2.9 % fee, while built‑in client chat, digital signatures and multi‑payment links streamline the billing workflow.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Many Dutch SMEs and freelancers experience delayed invoice payments, leading to cash‑flow gaps and spending several hours each week on manual reminders and administrative follow‑up. Late payments also increase the risk of missed financial obligations and hinder business growth.
Solution
Duqu offers a cloud‑based invoicing platform that automates the entire billing lifecycle—from quote approval and invoice issuance to reminder scheduling and payment collection. The system integrates with existing accounting tools (e.g., Moneybird) and pulls company data directly from the KVK, enabling instant credit checks. Through the proprietary Instapay© service, users can request a cash advance on any outstanding invoice and receive the funds in the same business day, eliminating the waiting period for client payments. All interactions, including client chat, digital signature of quotes, and one‑click incasso initiation, occur within a single portal, allowing businesses to focus on core activities rather than chasing payments.
Target Audience
The platform is designed for Dutch freelancers, small‑to‑medium enterprises, and creative agencies that need efficient billing and reliable cash‑flow management.
Features
- Automated invoice follow‑up that pauses when payment is received and can be customized for tone and frequency
- Instapay© instant advance: one‑click cash‑out of pending invoices with funds transferred within 24 hours (≈2.9 % fee)
- Multi‑payment options via bank transfer, iDEAL, and credit card, delivered through a single payment link in the email
- Integrated KVK data pull with real‑time credit scoring for each client
- Quote creation with digital signature workflow and automatic conversion to invoice upon acceptance
- Time‑tracking and expense logging that can be appended to invoices in seconds
- Built‑in client chat within the invoice portal for quick clarification and faster payment resolution
- Seamless API and pre‑built connectors for popular accounting software (e.g., Moneybird) requiring no changes to existing workflows