fakec.cz

What It Is

FAKEC is a “free, self-hostable” minimalist online invoicing system, with source code provided by Vítek Fedra. It is more of a lightweight personal invoicing tool than a full-fledged finance SaaS: users copy the source code to PHP-enabled web hosting and run it themselves, with data kept on their own server. The author does not have access to invoice data.

Core Features and Integrations

The system lets users create clear invoices in just a few steps and includes QR payments. You can copy old invoices as templates, create and send recurring invoices, email invoices to customers while copying suppliers, and automatically send reminders for unpaid invoices. For Czech local use cases, it can look up new customer billing details from ARES using an IČ. Invoice numbering supports yearly RRRRČČČČ or daily RRMMDDČČ formats, and the interface uses a responsive design, making it convenient to issue invoices from a phone.

Pricing, Trial, and Deployment

The main text presents FAKEC as a free invoicing system. The source code is freely available and may be modified for personal use, but it may not be integrated, in whole or in part, into commercial projects intended for resale. The website provides a demo account. Deployment is self-hosted and requires PHP-enabled web hosting. The technical stack includes PHP5+, SQLite3, Bootstrap3, AJAX, jQuery3, and more.

Limitations and Drawbacks

The current limitations are fairly clear: it is only suitable for non-VAT payers; invoices are limited to a maximum of 7 lines; there are no structured fields for quantity, unit, unit price, discounts, etc., so users can only enter text lines; and amounts only support whole Czech koruna. Multiple templates, multiple currencies, and automatic payment confirmation based on bank emails are still on the to-do list. There is no visible information about team collaboration, permission controls, APIs, compliance certifications, backups, or encryption mechanisms.

Who It’s For and Access from China

FAKEC is suitable for Czech freelancers, small service providers, and non-VAT payers, especially those who want a free, self-hosted tool and full control over their data. It is not suitable for multi-currency invoicing, complex tax requirements, detailed multi-item projects, or team-based finance workflows. The source text provides no information about access from China, and payment methods are not specified. If you need a more complete Czech invoicing system, the original text mentions Fakturoid and iDoklad as alternatives.