Pay contractors only when the work is approved.Phasely sits between the deposit and the release.
Stripe-backed deposit holds with milestone approvals, instant payouts, and zero float. Built for fintech-grade trust without escrow headaches.
Like a private Upwork escrow, but for your direct clients.
Funds protected
$12.4M
Deposits orchestrated through Phasely
Average approval
3.7 min
From release request to payout
Chargebacks fought
0
Audit trail eliminates disputes
Active hold
Kitchen remodel · $18,750
Milestones: Deposit · Framing · Punch list
$6,250
Countertops milestone
Live audit feed
Evidence, approvals, and disputes logged instantly
- Release requested02:06 PM
- Photos uploaded01:58 PM
- Buyer viewed approval link01:55 PM
Next release
Inspection milestone
Auto-reminder in 3 days
Product tour
How it works
One orchestrated flow: open a hold, collect money, approve milestones, release instantly.
Hold, approve, release.
Stripe handles the money, Phasely handles the rules. Every step is logged, branded, and shareable with one link.
- Named holds with optional milestone schedules
- Magic links for clients — no login required
- Audit-grade approvals, attachments, and pause controls
Fastest approval
2m 18s
Home remodel · Austin, TX
Largest hold
$142K
Commercial build · Denver
Open a protected hold
~90 sec setupName the project, set the deposit, and split into milestones if needed. Stripe backs every dollar.
Send the smart deposit link
Card / ACH / WireShare an auto-generated link via SMS or email. Clients can pay with card, ACH, or wire; no accounts required.
Tap approve to release
Instant payoutWhen work is done, the buyer approves from their phone. Funds move instantly; no phone calls or bank visits.
Live audit + receipts
Full visibilityEvery upload, approval, pause, or dispute is time-stamped so you can prove exactly what happened.
The problem we solve
Every week deposits disappear, projects stall, and relationships fracture. Phasely keeps both sides safe for as low as 1.1%.
The vanishing client
“Final payment never arrived.”
“I wrapped a $5K kitchen remodel. When I sent the release email, the client ghosted—no answers, no payout. That was rent money for two months.”
Michael R.
Independent contractor
The disappearing contractor
“Deposit gone. Roof still leaking.”
“We wired $3K for roof repairs to start Monday. The contractor never showed. Phone off, website gone. We were scammed and still have a tarp on the roof.”
Sarah K.
Homeowner
After Phasely
Milestones stay funded. Everyone stays honest.
Replace verbal promises with a Stripe-backed hold, instant approvals, and receipts your clients can trust.
Funded
$12.4M
Protected project deposits
Approval
3.7 min
Average hold → payout
Chargebacks
0
Audit trail wins the dispute
A private Upwork-style escrow—without the marketplace or float.
Swap risky wires and stalled payouts for a Stripe-backed hold, instant approvals, and audit-proof receipts.
Fund
Client pays a Stripe-backed hold
Approve
Tap SMS or email to release
Payout
Instant transfer to your bank
Coverage
$500–$100K+
Single releases or milestone approvals.
Audit locker
Evidence attached
Docs, photos, and approvals follow every hold.
Who it's for
Keep the trust, lose the marketplace fee.
Phasely feels like your own fintech stack, whether you're a freelancer leaving Upwork or a contractor collecting five-figure deposits.
Freelancers leaving Upwork
Direct, high-trust deals
Send a protected deposit link instead of a marketplace invoice. Keep the client, lose the 10% rake.
Average hold
Avg hold: $7.8K
Release cadence
Typical release in 12 days
Home service contractors
Direct, high-trust deals
HVAC, remodeling, landscaping—collect $3K-$50K securely with instant payouts when the homeowner signs off.
Average hold
Avg hold: $18.2K
Release cadence
Approvals arrive same-day
Specialty builders & crews
Direct, high-trust deals
Use milestone approvals to keep multi-phase projects moving without bringing in a third-party escrow firm.
Average hold
Avg hold: $42K
Release cadence
Milestones auto-tracked
Everything You Need
All the tools to run protected payments smoothly
Secure Escrow
Funds held safely until work is approved by both parties
Bank-Level Security
256-bit SSL encryption and PCI DSS compliance
Instant Payouts
Get paid immediately when work is approved
Multiple Payment Methods
Accept credit cards, debit cards, and bank transfers
Dispute Resolution
Fair mediation process when disagreements arise
Developer API
Full API access for custom integrations
5-Minute API
Tiny, powerful REST API built for developers
RESTful Design
Clean, intuitive REST API that follows best practices. No learning curve.
Comprehensive Webhooks
Real-time events for every payment status change. Stay in sync effortlessly.
Easy Integration
Get up and running in minutes. Simple authentication, clear responses.
Well-Documented
Detailed guides, code examples, and API references. Everything you need.
Why It's Safer
Protection built into every transaction
Built on Stripe
Powered by Stripe's world-class payment infrastructure. Your transactions are secured by industry-leading encryption and fraud prevention.
No Float/Escrow
Funds are held securely by Stripe, not by us. No escrow accounts, no float, no regulatory headaches. Just simple, secure payment holds.
Audit Trail & Notifications
Complete transparency with detailed logs of every action. Real-time notifications keep both parties informed at every step.
Evidence Upload
Sellers can attach proof of work completion before requesting release. Photos, documents, screenshots - all securely stored and timestamped.
Dispute Protection
If something's off, buyers can pause the release and flag a dispute. Funds remain securely held while you work it out.
Complete Transparency
Every status change, every request, every approval is logged and visible to both parties. No surprises, no hidden steps.
Built with security and trust at the core. Every feature is designed to protect both buyers and sellers.
Get Protected NowSimple, Transparent Pricing
Pay as you go, or save with a subscription
Pay-As-You-Go
per successful release
- No monthly commitment
- Free to create holds
- Buyer pays by default
- All features included
BEST FOR:
Occasional use, testing the service
Starter
2.0% per transaction
- Up to $50k monthly volume
- All features included
- Email support
- Unlimited holds
BEST FOR:
Small agencies, freelancers with regular clients
Professional
1.4% per transaction
- Up to $200k monthly volume
- All features included
- Priority support
- Dedicated account manager
BEST FOR:
Growing agencies, small marketplaces
Business
1.25% per transaction
- Up to $500k monthly volume
- All features included
- Priority support
- Custom integrations
BEST FOR:
Medium marketplaces, established agencies
Enterprise
1.1% per transaction
- Unlimited monthly volume
- All features included
- Dedicated support
- White-label options
BEST FOR:
Large platforms, high-volume marketplaces
See Your Savings at Different Volumes
| Monthly Volume | Pay-As-You-Go | Starter | Professional | Business | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | $250 | $229 Save $21 | $239 Save $11 | $354 (not ideal at this level) | $609 (not ideal at this level) |
| $50,000 | $1,250 | $1,029 Save $221 | $799 Save $451 | $854 Save $396 | $1,049 Save $201 |
| $100,000 | $2,500 | Over limit | $1,499 Save $1,001 | $1,479 Save $1,021 | $1,599 Save $901 |
| $150,000 | $3,750 | Over limit | $2,199 Save $1,551 | $2,104 Save $1,646 | $2,149 Save $1,601 |
| $250,000 | $6,250 | Over limit | Over limit | $3,354 Save $2,896 | $3,249 Save $3,001 |
| $500,000 | $12,500 | Over limit | Over limit | $6,479 Save $6,021 | $5,999 Save $6,501 |
* Calculations show total cost including monthly subscription fee. Stripe fees not included.
Processing more than $500k/month? Contact us for custom volume pricing and additional savings.
Not sure which plan is right for you? Start with pay-as-you-go and upgrade anytime.
Get Started NowAutomate your deposit flow with Zapier
Connect Phasely to your forms, CRM, and project tools—no code. Create holds, request releases, and send updates automatically.
Create holds from forms & CRMs
Turn a new lead or signed proposal into a ready-to-pay hold.
Request release on status change
When a task hits “Approved,” Phasely asks your client to release.
Keep everyone in the loop
Auto-email clients and Slack your team on payment, approval, or disputes.
Popular Zap Recipes
Create a Phasely Hold from a Google Form submission
Turn new project requests into payment holds instantly.
Create a Phasely Hold when a Typeform is submitted
Collect scope → auto-generate a secure deposit link.
Request Release when a ClickUp task moves to “Client Review”
Nudge the client to approve payout the moment work is done.
Request Release when a Notion deal status becomes “Finalized”
Ship the release email right from your pipeline.
Email client a deposit link (Gmail) when a HubSpot deal hits “Closed-Won”
Close the loop without manual follow-ups.
Send Slack notification when a client approves a release
Celebrate payouts in your team channel.
Text the client (Twilio) when a hold is created
Reduce no-shows with an immediate payment link.
Create a Phasely Hold after a Calendly “Intro Call” is booked
Pre-warm clients with deposit instructions ahead of kickoff.
Tag a contact in Airtable/CRM when a release is approved
Keep your CRM synced with payment outcomes.
Add a row to Google Sheets for every Phasely event
Lightweight audit export without touching the dashboard.
Zapier Quick Questions
Do I need the API?
Nope. Zapier handles it—no code required.
What can I trigger on?
New hold, payment received, release requested, approved, disputed, released.
What actions can Zapier take?
Create Hold, Request Release, Send Approval Link.
Works with 1,000+ apps via Zapier
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Phasely
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Legal Disclosure: Phasely is a payments-orchestration tool. It is not an escrow service and does not hold customer funds or earn float. Payments are processed by Stripe.