Essentials Filing System & Folders

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Essentials Filing System & Folders

$126

You have the drawer. This fills it. The Essentials system gives every must-keep document a pre-labeled place — IDs, finances, insurance, medical, taxes — and comes with the white hanging folders to hold it all.

What's Included

Features Show
  • The foundation system, with folders matched to it
  • Pre-labeled and ready the day it arrives
  • Clean white folders that are hard to find anywhere else
  • Drops into any letter-size file box or drawer
FAQs Show

Do I need the Linen File Box?

No. Every Orderlee system works in any letter-size hanging file box or drawer. The Linen File Box is designed to hold the system beautifully, but it's optional.

Do the tabs come labeled?

Yes. Each system arrives with pre-labeled tabs and categories, so you're filling a system, not building one.

Can I add another system later?

Anytime. Every system uses the same folders and fits in the same box, so they grow together.

Why doesn't this include a box?

It's made for the box or drawer you already have. If you'd like the Linen File Box too, choose the matching Complete Filing Kit.

Shipping & Returns Show

All sales are final. We do not accept cancellations, returns, or exchanges. We work with a third-party fulfillment center to ensure fast and reliable delivery. If there’s an issue with your order or you need to update your shipping address, please contact us at hello@the-dailee.com as soon as possible. While we will do our best to accommodate your request, please note that once an order has been processed, we are unable to make any changes.

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How This Filing System Works

What's Included

For the documents you can’t afford to lose.

9 Labeled Dividers

Aesthetically colored for easy organization and navigation.

46 Folder Tabs

Sized to fit in any standard file folders.

2 Hanging File Bags

For odd-shaped items or keepsakes you want sealed away.

1 Information Sheet

For the details you know you should write down, but don’t know where to start.

2 Box Labels

One printed and one blank, so your file box can be labeled your way.

1 Title Sheet

A clean, translucent title sheet to start your system. Great for multiple systems in one box.

Because “somewhere safe” is not a filing system.

A drawer, folder, shoebox or random stack might work until you actually need something. The Essentials Filing System is designed to help you organize the paperwork you’ll need for taxes, emergencies, insurance claims, big life changes and everyday adulting, before you’re scrambling to find it.

Built to work with what you already have.

We want organization to feel beautiful, but we also want it to feel accessible. That’s why the Essentials Filing System is designed to fit any standard hanging file box or cabinet. Pair it with our Linen File Box for the full Orderlee setup, or use a file box you already own.

Categories

Every document has a place.

Personal Documents

ID, wills, marriage, emergency

Finances

Taxes, banking, investments, credit

Medical

Insurance, records, bills

Property

Mortgage, leases, taxes, investment

Vehicle

Title, registration, insurance, service

Legal

Contracts, agreements, records

Education

Diploma, transcripts, student loans

Work

Contracts, reviews, certifications

Miscellaneous

Keepsakes, coupons, travel, cards

Tabs

Every tab, organized for you.

Personal Documents

Read If Emergency
Personal Identification
Wills & Trusts
Marriage Documents

Finances

Tax Documents
Bank Statements
Investment Documents
Credit Card Statements
Loan Documents
Insurance Policies
Debt Records
High-Value Personal Assets
Equity Compensation
Receipts
Charity or Donation Receipts
Retirement Plan Information
Checks

Medical

Health Insurance Information
Medical Bills & Statements
Medical Records

Property

Home Purchase Papers
Mortgage Documents
Lease or Rental Agreements
Property Tax Statements
Investment Properties
Home Insurance

Vehicle

Car Titles & Registration
Car Insurance Policies
Service & Repair Records
Loan or Lease Documents

Legal

Contracts & Agreements
Legal Records & Correspondence

Education

Diplomas & Transcripts
School Reports
Student Loan Documents

Work

Employment Contracts
Performance Reviews
Professional Certifications

Miscellaneous

Birthday & Holiday Cards
Coupons & Vouchers
Travel Documents
Keepsakes
+ 5 Blank Tabs

How It Works

Simple setup. Serious peace of mind.

Add the plastic dividers to your hanging folders, place each pre-labeled tab behind the matching category and start filing your documents where they belong. The included instruction card gives you the full outline, so you don’t have to guess what goes where.

The Perfect Gift

Made for every new chapter.

Perfect for newlyweds, homeowners, new parents, recent graduates, caregivers, or anyone ready to finally organize life's important paperwork.

Still have questions?

About the System

What is an Orderlee Filing System?

Orderlee is a pre-labeled filing system that gives every important document a designated home. Each system includes durable plastic dividers, pre-labeled plastic tabs, fillable information sheets, plastic file bags, and box labels. You don't have to invent categories or make labels — just file and go.

Which system is right for me?

Start with the part of life creating the most paper right now.

  • Essentials: the must-keep documents you'd grab in an emergency, like IDs, finances, insurance, medical, and taxes.
  • Home Information: warranties, manuals, repairs, maintenance records, and paint colors.
  • Child Memory: keepsakes from pregnancy through 18, organized by age or by grade.
  • Pregnancy: prenatal records, insurance, leave forms, and the birth plan.
  • Wedding: vendor contracts, receipts, the marriage license, and name change paperwork.
  • Pet: adoption papers, vet and vaccine records, insurance, and microchip info.
  • Renovation: bids, contracts, permits, selections, and receipts while the project is underway.
  • New Build: contracts, selections, change orders, inspections, and final approvals.

Not sure? Essentials is the foundation for every household, and it pairs with any other system.

Can I combine more than one system in the same box?

Yes. Systems are designed to work side by side, and several of our kits and duos pair two systems for exactly this reason. Depending on how much you file, two systems may need a second box or a larger drawer.

Will it work with the file box or drawer I already have?

Yes. Every system fits any standard letter-size hanging file box or file drawer and works with standard hanging file folders. Just make sure your folders have tab slots for the included plastic tabs (most standard folders do).

Is it only for paper, or can I store keepsakes too?

Both. The included plastic file bags hold small or loose items like photos, receipts, paint swatches, or a hospital bracelet, so they stay with the right category instead of floating loose in the box.

Kits, Duos, & Setup

What's the difference between a Filing System, a Filing Duo, and a Complete Filing Kit?
  • Filing System: the pre-labeled tabs, dividers, sheets, bags, and labels. No box or folders.
  • Filing System & Folders: one system plus the white hanging folders it needs. For anyone who already has a box or drawer.
  • Filing Duo: two systems that pair well together. No box or folders.
  • Complete Filing Kit: the whole setup in one order: the system (or two), our Linen File Box, and the white hanging folders it needs.

Every product's "What's Included" section lists exactly what arrives.

Does a filing system come with a file box or hanging folders?

No. A system on its own includes the tabs, dividers, sheets, bags, and labels, so you can use the box and folders you already own. Want the full Orderlee look? Choose a Complete Filing Kit, or add the Linen File Box and Hanging File Folders.

How many hanging folders do I need?

It depends on the system. Each system's product page lists the exact number of folders needed for a full setup. Kits and Filing System & Folders bundles already include the right number, so there's nothing to calculate.

Can I use my own hanging file folders?

Yes. Any standard letter-size hanging folder works, as long as it has slots for the plastic tabs. Our white Hanging File Folders come in packs of 25 or 45 if you want a clean, matching look.

What is the Linen File Box like?

It's a sturdy, linen-covered box with built-in rails for standard hanging folders, black hardware, and a flush-fit lid. It's designed to look like home decor, so it can live on a shelf instead of hidden in a closet.

What is the Child Memory Tab Expansion Pack, and do I need it?

It's optional. The Child Memory system gives each year its own place; the Tab Expansion Pack breaks each year into categories like artwork, school papers, medical, milestones, activities, letters, and special events. Most families start with the stage they're in now and store the tabs for later years until they need them. You can add it to any Child Memory product or the Pregnancy & Child Filing Duo.

Using It

How long does setup take?

Most people set up the structure in under an hour: slide the tabs onto the folders, add the dividers, and place the box labels. Filing your actual paperwork can happen all at once or a little at a time. The categories are already decided, so each document has an obvious place to go.

Do I have to fill every category right away?

No. Start with what you have on hand and add as papers come in. Unused tabs can stay stored until you need them, so you only set up folders for the categories you're actually filling.

What are the fillable information sheets for?

They capture details you'd otherwise have to hunt for, like account numbers, policy contacts, warranty dates, or milestones, in one place at the front of a category. Fill in what's useful to you and skip the rest.

Are the tabs and dividers durable?

Yes. Tabs and dividers are made of durable plastic, not paper or cardstock, so they hold up to years of pulling folders in and out.

Does Orderlee make a good gift?

Yes. It's a thoughtful gift for newlyweds, new homeowners, expecting parents, new pet owners, or anyone who has said "I need to get organized." A Complete Filing Kit is the easiest choice, since it arrives with everything needed to start filing on day one.

Shipping & Ordering

Where do you ship?

Orderlee products ship to addresses within the United States only.

Will a Complete Filing Kit arrive in one box?

Yes, all items in any system, duo, kit, or set will arrive in one box.

Can I return Orderlee products?

All sales are final. We do not accept cancellations, returns, or exchanges. We work with a third-party fulfillment center to ensure fast and reliable delivery. If there’s an issue with your order or you need to update your shipping address, please contact us at hello@the-dailee.com as soon as possible. While we will do our best to accommodate your request, please note that once an order has been processed, we are unable to make any changes.

Shipping calculated at checkout. View more Shipping & Returns FAQs here.

I bought a system on its own. Can I add the box or folders later?

Yes. The Linen File Box and Hanging File Folders are sold individually and in pre-made sets, so you can complete your setup anytime.