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Invoice Generator Help

Learn how to create professional invoices in just a few steps.

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Add Your Business Details

Enter your business name, ABN (if applicable), address, phone number, and email. These details appear at the top of your invoice and identify you as the issuer.

2

Add Client Details

Enter your client's business name and address. This is the "Bill To" section of the invoice. Include their ABN if they have provided one.

3

Add Line Items

Add each product or service as a separate line item. For each item, enter a description, quantity, and unit price. The total for each line is calculated automatically. Click "Add Line Item" to add more rows.

4

Toggle GST

If you are registered for GST, toggle the GST switch to "On". This adds 10% GST to each line item and displays the GST amount separately on the invoice. See the GST section below for more details.

5

Generate PDF

Click "Generate Invoice" to create your professional PDF invoice. Review the preview, then download or email it directly to your client.

GST & Tax Invoice Requirements

When to charge GST

You must register for GST if your business has a GST turnover of $75,000 or more per year ($150,000 for non-profit organisations). Once registered, you must charge GST on taxable supplies and issue tax invoices.

Under Australian tax law, a valid tax invoice must include:

  • The words "Tax Invoice" stated prominently
  • Your business name and ABN
  • The date of issue
  • A description of the goods or services supplied
  • The GST amount (if any) for each line item, or a statement that the total price includes GST
  • The buyer's identity or ABN (for invoices of $1,000 or more)

Our invoice generator automatically formats your invoice to meet these requirements when GST is enabled.

Saving & Sharing

  • Download PDF: Click the "Download PDF" button to save the invoice to your device. The file is named with your invoice number for easy filing.
  • Print: Use your browser's print function (Ctrl+P / Cmd+P) from the preview to print a hard copy.
  • Email: Download the PDF and attach it to an email to your client, or use the "Email Invoice" option if available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the invoice generator really free?
Yes, the core invoice generator is completely free. You can create unlimited invoices, add line items, toggle GST, and download PDFs at no cost. No account required.
Do I need an ABN to create an invoice?
An ABN is not required to create a basic invoice. However, if you are GST-registered, your ABN must appear on all tax invoices. Sole traders and businesses without an ABN can still generate invoices, but the payer may be required to withhold tax at the top marginal rate.
Can I customise the invoice template?
The free tier uses our professional default template. Premium templates with custom branding, colours, and logo upload are available for $9.99/month.
Is my data saved between sessions?
Invoice data is stored in your browser's local storage, so your business details are remembered for next time. Create a free account to save invoices to the cloud and access them from any device.
What invoice number format is used?
Invoice numbers are auto-generated in the format INV-YYYYMMDD-XXX (e.g., INV-20260207-001). You can edit the invoice number field to use your own numbering system.

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