Invest for the future
Take the next step. Invest.
You really don't have to be an expert to get started with investing. Whether you're looking for a hands-off approach or you want to be a bit more involved - trust the UK's #1 investment and savings platform (that's us) to guide you.
Before you invest: investing for 5+ years increases your chances of positive returns compared to cash savings. But investments rise and fall in value, so you could get back less than you put in. This isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, ask for financial advice.
Before you invest: investing for 5+ years increases your chances of positive returns compared to cash savings. But investments rise and fall in value, so you could get back less than you put in. This isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, ask for financial advice.
Why invest with HL?
When you invest with us, you're investing with the UK's #1 investment and savings platform. For us, investing's not an afterthought or an add-on. It's our speciality.
Trusted by 2 million people
Again and again clients choose us to look after their savings and investments.
45 years of experience
We've been helping Britain invest through it all since 1981.
Award-winning customer service
We've won 200+ awards, including 'Best for Customer Service' in 2026.
Investing made easy
Investing your money for the first time can feel big but we're here to make it as easy as possible.
Our UK-based helpdesk is here to help
Get started from just £25 a month
Leave investment decisions to our experts
Manage everything in our award-winning app
Is a Stocks and Shares ISA right for you?
For many beginner investors, a Stocks and Shares ISA is a good place to start because it shelters your investments from the taxman. However, if you’ve already got a Cash ISA and used up your annual allowance or you need to build up your savings before you start investing, you might want to look at one of our other accounts instead.
How would you like to start investing?
Leave it to our experts
Ready-made investments
All-in-one investment options, created by our team of experts.
Easy to start
Choose the investment which best matches your goals and risk level. Add supporting investments if you want to personalise your portfolio.
Build your own portfolio
Pick from over 3,000 funds
Take advantage of our expert research, analysis and investment ideas to make your own informed choices.
A more hands-on approach
Get into the detail of your investment decisions and manage your portfolio yourself – great for more experienced investors.
Investing essentials
Learn more about investing and get inspired with our investment ideas.
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Ready to get started?
If you’re a bit of a newbie to investing, our ready-made investments are an easy place to start, however if you’ve got some investing experience already, building your own portfolio could be a great next step.
If you’d like to chat things through, then give our helpdesk a ring, but please note they won’t be able to give you advice or investment ideas.
We've won over 200 awards for our services
