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Invoice generator

A clean PDF invoice with your branding. No QuickBooks subscription required.

What this tool does

If you're a solo professional invoicing fewer than 20 clients a year, a full accounting suite is overkill. What you actually need is a clean PDF that has your details, their details, what you did, what they owe, and how to pay. That's a generator, not a subscription.

How to use it

  1. Enter your business details — name, address, email, optionally a logo.
  2. Enter the client details.
  3. Add line items — description, quantity, rate.
  4. Add payment instructions.
  5. Download the PDF.

Why it matters

The first invoice is the moment a side project becomes a business. Don't let the lack of an accounting tool be the reason you stall on sending it.

Frequently asked

Questions people actually ask.

Is this legally compliant?

For most jurisdictions, yes — a basic invoice with your name, the client's name, what you did, the amount, the date, and an invoice number is sufficient. Specific requirements vary by country (especially VAT/GST regimes). Check your local rules for tax-relevant fields.

How do I number invoices?

Sequentially. INV-001, INV-002, etc. Many jurisdictions require sequential numbering for audit purposes. Don't skip numbers, and don't reset annually unless your accountant tells you to.

What payment methods should I list?

Whichever methods you actually accept. Bank transfer is universal and free. Stripe/PayPal/Wise are good for international clients. Don't list a method you can't process — it confuses the client and delays payment.