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>log in to commentI built Side Hustle Tax Calc so gig workers can paste their 1099 income and get an instant tax estimate in about 30 seconds no bank connections, no signup, and everything runs locally in the browser. It also highlights common deductions you might miss. I’d love to hear what you think!
Side Hustle Tax Calc estimates freelancers' tax liability from 1099 income in seconds, entirely in the browser.
- for
- Freelancers and gig workers who need quick tax estimates.
- pricing
- free
Key features
- No bank connection — You only paste your income number; the tool never accesses your accounts.
- No signup required — Get an estimate instantly without creating an account.
- Deduction hints — Flags common gig-worker deductions like mileage, home office, health insurance and retirement.
- Runs locally — All calculations happen in the browser and are not stored after refresh.
Use cases
- Calculate self-employment tax after a recent gig payout
- Identify missed deductions before filing quarterly taxes
- Quickly estimate cash needed to set aside for tax payments
Side Hustle Tax Calc FAQ
Do I need to provide any personal information?+
No, you only enter your 1099 income and expenses; no signup or data collection is required.
Is my data stored after I close the page?+
No, the calculation runs in your browser and is cleared on refresh.
Can I use the tool for multiple years?+
Yes, you can enter any year’s numbers each time you open the tool.
What deductions does the tool highlight?+
It suggests mileage, home office, health insurance, retirement contributions and other common gig-worker deductions.
Summarized by DevHunt from taxcalc.botlabcollective.com · Sep 29, 2026. Details may change; check the official site.
