Getting Started with Contracts
Last Updated: 2026-01-15 Available On: Pro, Enterprise Plans Time to Complete: 5 minutes
TL;DR (Quick Summary)
Contract Management lets you create and track professional contracts with clients and team members directly from your Custojo dashboard. This guide shows you how to access the feature and create your first contract in under 5 minutes.
What is Contract Management?
Contract Management is a powerful feature that helps you create, organize, and track all your business contracts in one place.
What you can do:
- ✓ Create professional contracts with clients
- ✓ Track contract values and expiration dates
- ✓ Organize contracts by type (Service, NDA, Employment, etc.)
- ✓ Assign contracts to specific users
- ✓ Monitor contract status and history
How to Access
Step 1: Navigate to Contracts
- Log in to your dashboard
- In the sidebar, look for the Sales or CRM section
- Click Contracts
💡 Tip: If you don't see Contracts in your sidebar, contact your admin to enable it for your workspace.
Step 2: Explore the Dashboard
When you first access Contracts, you'll see:
- A list of all your contracts (empty at first)
- A + Create button to add new contracts
- Filter and search options
Quick Start (5 Minutes)
Create Your First Contract
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Click + Create or + Add Contract |
| 2 | Fill in the required fields (see below) |
| 3 | Click Save |
Required Fields:
| Field | What to Enter | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Subject | Contract title | "Web Development Services" |
| User/Client | Who is this contract with | Select from dropdown |
| Contract Type | Category of contract | "Service Agreement" |
| Value | Contract amount | $5,000 |
| Start Date | When contract begins | 2026-01-15 |
| End Date | When contract ends | 2026-12-31 |
Optional Fields:
- Notes: Additional terms, conditions, or details
First-Time Setup (Recommended)
Before creating contracts, set up your contract types:
- Go to Contract Types (usually in Contracts submenu)
- Click + Create
- Add your common contract types:
- Service Agreement
- Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
- Employment Contract
- Consulting Agreement
- Partnership Agreement
What's Next?
Now that you've created your first contract, explore these resources:
| Resource | Description |
|---|---|
| 📖 All Features | Discover everything Contract Management can do |
| 🎯 How-To Guides | Step-by-step tutorials for common tasks |
| ❓ FAQ | Answers to common questions |
Related Topics
Need Help?
| Channel | Details |
|---|---|
| support@custojo.com | |
| Help Center | docs.custojo.com |
| Live Chat | Click the chat icon in the bottom-right corner |
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