Hold a client deposit in escrow
Smart Invoice locks the client's deposit in a contract and releases it by milestone, with an arbitrator if you disagree.
- 10 minutes
- 4 steps
- Gas only, cents on an L2
- medium
A first client's deposit can sit in a contract, so neither of you has to go first on trust.
Chapter 1 · The wall
The wall you hit
First deals stall on who pays first. Escrow lets both sides start.
Chapter 2 · The power
What changes now
Smart Invoice locks the client's deposit in a contract and releases it by milestone, with an arbitrator if you disagree.
Chapter 3 · Do it
Do it yourself
- Connect a wallet and create an invoice with one or two milestones.
- Pick an arbitrator and a safety date.
- Send the link; the client deposits stablecoins.
- Deliver, then the client releases each milestone.
- 10 min
- Gas only, cents on an L2
- medium
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Chapter 4 · Prove it
Prove it worked
A live invoice with funds deposited and a milestone released.
Chapter 5 · Next star
Your next star
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Chapter 6 · Build
Build what is missing
A one-page offer that bundles your price, the escrow link and your portfolio.
Who could build it First-time freelancers and solo founders.
Questions
How long does it take to hold a client deposit in escrow?
About 10 minutes, in 4 steps. The first step is: Connect a wallet and create an invoice with one or two milestones.
What does it cost?
Gas only, cents on an L2. Start with the free parts, and never put in more than you can afford to lose.
Do I need to be technical?
It is rated medium. Smart Invoice locks the client's deposit in a contract and releases it by milestone, with an arbitrator if you disagree.
How do I know it worked?
A live invoice with funds deposited and a milestone released.