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What is a Small Loan?

What is a Small Loan?

A small loan is a type of unsecured personal loan that is useful for people who have an urgent but small financial need. As these loans are relatively small, they have shorter loan terms. When applying for a small cash loan, many lenders may give you the flexibility to choose a repayment tenure that’s best suited for you.

ProTip: When deciding how much to borrow, it’s always a good idea to plan the repayment well in advance. By doing so, you are aware of how much you can afford to pay every month. As a rule of thumb, you should not borrow more than what you can afford.

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All You Need to Know About Small Personal Loans

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Can’t wait for your salary to buy groceries?

Get quick small cash loans starting from ₹ 3,000

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Get your hands on it with a mini cash loan

Types of Small Cash Loans

Payday Loans

Payday loans are small loans that are borrowed for up to a month and are repaid with interest in one single instalment when the next salary kicks in. The amount of interest you could pay on a payday loan may vary from lender to lender.

Small Personal Loans

Personal loans are usually borrowed over longer periods of time (anything from 2 months to 5 years). This means you have more time to repay the borrowed amount. Interest on small personal loans is typically lower than the interest on payday loans.

Line of Credit Loans

A line of credit loan is also known as revolving credit. In this type of a small loan, you are approved for a credit, which has a certain upper limit. You can borrow what you need from this loan and repay it every month with interest. You can take as many small loans up to your credit limit from this credit line. The interest is charged only on the amount you borrow and not on the whole credit limit approved.

Why Does Taking a Small Personal Loan Make Sense Rather Than Taking a Payday Loan or a Loan from Local Moneylenders?

Know the Difference: Small Personal Loan Vs. Payday Loan Vs. Local Money Lenders

The differences outlined below will give you a clear picture of why a small personal loan is a better choice.

Type of Loan

Interest Rates

Small Personal Loan

Comparatively low (governed by RBI)

Payday Loan

High

Local Money Lenders

Very high (generally, decided by the moneylender)

Type of Loan

Loan amount
based on

Small Personal Loan

Monthly income and repayment capabilities

Payday Loan

N/A

Local Money Lenders

Collateral provided

Type of Loan

Terms &
Conditions

Small Personal Loan

Outlined in detail in a formal agreement

Payday Loan

Outlined in a formal agreement

Local Money Lenders

Lack of formal agreement. Terms are unclear and there is no legal binding

Type of Loan

Credit Score

Small Personal Loan

Payday Loan

May or may not affect credit score

Local Money Lenders

No impact as the loan is not reported to the credit bureau

Type of Loan

Collateral

Small Personal Loan

No

Payday Loan

No

Local Money Lenders

Yes

Type of Loan

Repayment

Small Personal Loan

Flexible

Payday Loan

Need to typically repay within 14 days or by your next paycheck

Local Money Lenders

Rigid and strict

Type of Loan

Default Risk

Small Personal Loan

Lower as you choose EMI according to your financial comfort

Payday Loan

Higher as instalments for payday loans are huge

Local Money Lenders

Higher as it may get difficult for you to meet the money lenders’ demands

Feature

Small Personal Loan

Payday Loan

Local Money Lenders

Interest Rates

Comparatively low (governed by RBI)

High

Very high (generally, decided by the moneylender)

Loan amount
based on

Monthly income and repayment capabilities

N/A

Collateral provided

Credit Score

May or may not affect credit score

No impact as the loan is not reported to the credit bureau

Terms & Conditions

Terms &
Conditions

Outlined in detail in a formal agreement

Outlined in a formal agreement

Lack of formal agreement. Terms are unclear and there is no legal binding

Collateral

No

No

Yes

Repayment

Flexible

Need to typically repay within 14 days or by your next paycheck

Rigid and strict

Default Risk

Lower as you choose EMI according to your financial comfort

Higher as instalments for payday loans are huge

Higher as it may get difficult for you to meet the money lenders’ demands

Someone like you is happy with Freo

Navjyoti

You can have credit cards but you have to pay hefty interest rates if you want to use them as a loan. You need to go for a personal loan if you need cash. But MoneyTap credit has a kind of 2-in-1 facility that lets you withdraw cash when you need it and change it to EMI as well [with lower interest rates]. I think it's really helpful and unique.

Julen

The best feature on the app is instant feedback. You say "thank you" and it replies "welcome" - its' all done by the app. I have not seen this kind of intelligence in any other app. Absolutely love it.

N Cavin Misao

I was short of Rs. 30,000 for the down payment on my car. I used MoneyTap and got the money immediately. Thank you.

Navjyoti

You can have credit cards but you have to pay hefty interest rates if you want to use them as a loan. You need to go for a personal loan if you need cash. But MoneyTap credit has a kind of 2-in-1 facility that lets you withdraw cash when you need it and change it to EMI as well [with lower interest rates]. I think it's really helpful and unique.

Julen

The best feature on the app is instant feedback. You say "thank you" and it replies "welcome" - its' all done by the app. I have not seen this kind of intelligence in any other app. Absolutely love it.

N Cavin Misao

I was short of Rs. 30,000 for the down payment on my car. I used MoneyTap and got the money immediately. Thank you.

Navjyoti

You can have credit cards but you have to pay hefty interest rates if you want to use them as a loan. You need to go for a personal loan if you need cash. But MoneyTap credit has a kind of 2-in-1 facility that lets you withdraw cash when you need it and change it to EMI as well [with lower interest rates]. I think it's really helpful and unique.

Julen

The best feature on the app is instant feedback. You say "thank you" and it replies "welcome" - its' all done by the app. I have not seen this kind of intelligence in any other app. Absolutely love it.

N Cavin Misao

I was short of Rs. 30,000 for the down payment on my car. I used MoneyTap and got the money immediately. Thank you.

Navjyoti

You can have credit cards but you have to pay hefty interest rates if you want to use them as a loan. You need to go for a personal loan if you need cash. But MoneyTap credit has a kind of 2-in-1 facility that lets you withdraw cash when you need it and change it to EMI as well [with lower interest rates]. I think it's really helpful and unique.

Julen

The best feature on the app is instant feedback. You say "thank you" and it replies "welcome" - its' all done by the app. I have not seen this kind of intelligence in any other app. Absolutely love it.

N Cavin Misao

I was short of Rs. 30,000 for the down payment on my car. I used MoneyTap and got the money immediately. Thank you.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Profession – Salaried or Self-Employed

  • Age – Above 21 years and below 60 years

  • Minimum Monthly Income – ₹ 20,000

  • Work Experience – 3 years and above

Required Documents

Pan Card Number

Professional Selfie

To be taken on the Freo App

Address Proof

Valid Driving License / Valid Passport / Aadhar Card

ID Proof

Valid Driving License / Valid Passport / Voter’s ID / Aadhar Card / Pan Card

Why Choose Freo for Small Loans?

Freo small loan is a perfect combination of a small personal loan and line of credit. You can borrow money as low as ₹ 3,000 and as high as your approved credit limit (up to ₹ 5 Lakh). Let’s understand why Freo is a better option for small loans with an example.
Rahul needed ₹ 15,000 to buy a smartphone. He applied for a small loan with Freo online with minimal documentation. He was approved for a loan of ₹ 35,000 at an interest rate of 11%. From his credit line, he withdrew ₹ 15,000 and bought the phone. Rahul was charged an interest of 11% only on the ₹ 15,000 that he borrowed and not on his credit limit of ₹ 35,000. Freo allowed him to choose his EMIs and repayment tenure (ranging from 2 months to 3 years) according to his financial capability. And he did just that. He opted for a loan tenure of 6 months. The money left in the personal loan acts as emergency cash, which Rahul can use anytime without applying for another small cash loan.

Features of small personal loan from Freo

  • Freo approves loan amounts ranging from ₹ 3,000 to ₹ 5 Lakh

  • Can be used for any purpose. No restrictions on how you spend the money

  • Competitive interest rates

  • Pay interest only on the amount you borrow

  • The line of credit is available to you for a lifetime to use whenever you need emergency cash

  • Flexible repayment options. Choose a tenure and EMI amount which you can pay comfortably

  • No collateral or guarantors required

  • Minimal documentation

How to Apply for Personal Loan

It is very easy to apply for a personal loan of ₹10,000 from Freo. You can apply for a loan either on our website or by downloading the Freo app.

Step 1

Download Freo App & Register

Fill up basic details such as age, city, PAN number, & income so we can determine your eligibility.

Step 2

KYC documentation

After the approval from our system, we’ll schedule a KYC visit to your house / office to collect documents.

Step 3

Transfer Money to your Bank

Step 1

Download MoneyTap
App & Register

Fill up basic details such as age, city, PAN number, & income so we can determine your eligibility.

Step 2

KYC documentation

After the approval from our system, we’ll schedule a KYC visit to your house / office to collect documents.

Step 3

Transfer Money to your Bank

Credit line is ready to use! From the approved limit, transfer as much money as you need to your bank account.

Step 1

Download Freo App & Register

Fill up basic details such as age, city, PAN number, & income so we can determine your eligibility.

Step 2

KYC documentation

After the approval from our system, we’ll schedule a KYC visit to your house / office to collect documents.

Step 3

Transfer Money to your Bank

Step 1

Download MoneyTap
App & Register

Fill up basic details such as age, city, PAN number, & income so we can determine your eligibility.

Step 2

KYC documentation

After the approval from our system, we’ll schedule a KYC visit to your house / office to collect documents.

Step 3

Transfer Money to your Bank

Credit line is ready to use! From the approved limit, transfer as much money as you need to your bank account.

With Freo Personal Loan, you will have money available instantly 24x7 to use anytime, anywhere. Click below to experience its power.

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CIN: U72200KA2015PTC083534
Address: G-405,4th Floor - Gamma Block, Sigma Soft Tech Park Varthur, Kodi Whitefield Post, Bangalore - 560066

Copyright © 2025 MWYN Tech Pvt Ltd. All rights reserved.

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CIN: U72200KA2015PTC083534
Address: G-405,4th Floor - Gamma Block, Sigma Soft Tech Park Varthur, Kodi Whitefield Post, Bangalore - 560066

Copyright © 2025 MWYN Tech Pvt Ltd. All rights reserved.

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