Canva
Canva is a design tool that makes it simple for UK sole traders to create professional-looking content without hiring a designer. Social media posts, presentations, client documents, invoices, and marketing materials — all done quickly with drag-and-drop templates.
With thousands of ready-made templates and an intuitive editor, it saves time and keeps design costs down when you’re running a business on your own.
It’s particularly useful if you want to look polished and consistent online without spending hours on design or paying for expensive software.
Best for: Sole traders who want to create professional visuals, save time, and avoid expensive design software.
The deal: Free plan available — paid plans from £10.99/month with additional features.
Paid plans are often allowable as a business expense when used for work.