About

Handy Tools Desk is a collection of free calculators and tools for everyday questions: what you take home from a salary, how much VAT is in a price, what Stamp Duty costs, how much end-of-service gratuity you are owed in the UAE, how many days are between two dates, and more.

How we build the tools

• Your data stays with you. Every tool runs in your browser. The numbers, text and files you put into a tool are not sent to us and are not stored.
• Official figures, dated. Tax rates, thresholds and allowances come from official sources such as GOV.UK, HMRC and the Scottish Government. Each money tool shows the tax year, links to its source and says when the figures were last checked.
• No made-up numbers. Where we cannot know a figure – a hotel price, an airline allowance, your costs – the tool asks you for it instead of guessing.
• Fast and simple. Pages load quickly on a phone, work offline after your first visit, and can be added to your home screen.

Estimates, not advice

Our tools give estimates to help you plan. They are not financial, tax or legal advice. For decisions that matter, check with HMRC, the relevant authority or a qualified adviser.

Who runs this site

Handy Tools Desk is made by Rank or Design, a web design and marketing studio. Found a mistake or want a new tool? Tell us.