About Invoice Generator

Create professional invoices from line items and export as PDF. Part of the DevTools Surf developer suite. Browse more tools in the PDF collection.

Use Cases

• Freelancers generating client invoices without accounting software
• Creating one-off invoices for consulting side projects
• Producing PDF receipts for expense report documentation
• Small agencies billing clients with itemized project deliverables

Tips

• Add multiple line items with quantity and unit price
• Include your company logo for a professional look
• Double-check the tax rate before exporting to PDF

Fun Facts

• The oldest known invoice dates to around 3200 BCE in Mesopotamia, inscribed on a clay tablet recording a sale of barley.
• The term 'invoice' derives from the French word 'envois' meaning 'things sent,' referring to a list of goods dispatched.
• E-invoicing became mandatory in Italy in 2019, making it the first EU country to require all B2B invoices be electronic.

FAQ

Is the PDF print-ready?

Yes — A4 portrait by default. Margins are tuned for printing. Toggle to Letter for US markets.

Does it calculate totals?

Yes — line item quantity × price, subtotals, tax at a configurable rate, and final total. Currency symbol configurable.

What about multi-currency?

Single currency per invoice. For multi-currency billing, generate separate invoices.

Is this accounting-grade?

For small businesses and freelancers. For audit-compliant invoicing with unique numbering and tax-authority requirements, use Wave, FreshBooks, or QuickBooks.