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Essential Apps for Startups These smartphone apps can help keep you organized when you're on the go starting your business.

By Gwen Moran

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When you're running here, there and everywhere to grow your business, it's easy to feel disconnected. Make your smartphone an organized business command center with these handy apps.

Square
SquareEasily accept credit card payments anywhere with Square. You'll get a free credit card reader and be charged 2.75 percent per transaction, with no monthly fees or contracts. The service is secure and does daily deposits. Available for iPhone, iPad and Android.

Dropbox
DropboxDropbox makes your documents, videos and photos available on all your devices and on its website, so it's an effective backup tool. The basic package is free; higher-volume data users can get a beefier $20 version. Custom packages are offered for large groups. Available for iPhone and Android.