I'm working on a project as a freelancer. The project is already mature enough and the client wants to localize. I found a software tool on the web that will speed up localization greatly, but it costs money. I have never faced such question before. What is the right thing to do - buy the tool myself or ask my client to do so?
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possible duplicate of Is it appropriate for a prospective client to require me to purchase third-party tools? – Peter MV Dec 11 '14 at 12:33
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2Possibly not a duplicate, because in this case OP is advocating for the software, not being required to purchase. – cdkMoose Dec 11 '14 at 17:09
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Yes, really it is my own initiative to use the tool. The client's requirement is just to localize and localization can be done manually but it will be long lasting process. – vbncmx Dec 12 '14 at 20:23
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How big a difference is the return? Let's say the tool costs $2,000 and the project is billed at $1,000, then the client should cover cost as it is specific to his project, definitely so if it's a one off task.
If on the other hand you think the tool can be used again with other projects and the such then I would say, cover the costs, so you avoid using a client's tool for another client's project.
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