For freelancers, agencies & small businesses

Free invoice generator

Create polished invoices for free, with no cost, no subscription and no card required. Add your details, preview your invoice instantly, then print to PDF or save it to your account.

Create your invoice → Save invoices free
◈ Private by default ◈ Free account, no cost ◈ Print-ready PDF ◈ Multi-currency & VAT
Your Company Ltd
INV-2048
Consulting session × 1£540.00
Project design × 1£1,080.00
Deposit received−£500.00
Balance due£1,120.00
30+
Currencies
15
Palettes
£0
No cost
Why InvoiceLix

A sharper tool, not a pretend SaaS dashboard

Use the live builder below at no cost as a guest, or create a free account to save invoices, store your company profile, and have bank details appear automatically.

Live preview

Watch your invoice update in real time as you type — totals, deposit balance, and all.

Multi-currency & VAT

30+ currencies, per-line VAT, automatic subtotals, and deposit/balance calculations.

Clean PDF export

Open a polished print view and use your browser's Save as PDF. No backend required.

Save with an account

Create a free account at no cost to save invoices, store company and bank details, and edit later.

Invoice basics

A good invoice is clear before it is clever

InvoiceLix handles the layout and calculations. You still decide what the invoice needs to say. These two quick checklists explain the fields before you start.

How to create an invoice in 6 steps

  1. Choose a unique invoice number so the document can be traced later.
  2. Add seller and customer details using the names and addresses relevant to the transaction.
  3. Describe the goods or services clearly with quantity and rate where useful.
  4. Set the invoice and due dates so the payment expectation is unambiguous.
  5. Check subtotal, VAT or tax and total before sending. Only apply tax that genuinely applies.
  6. Add payment instructions, preview the final document and save a PDF copy.

What a UK invoice normally needs

  • A unique identification number.
  • Your business name, address and contact information.
  • The customer name and address.
  • A clear description of what is being charged for.
  • Relevant supply and invoice dates.
  • Amounts charged, VAT where applicable, and the total owed.
  • Extra details where your business structure or VAT status requires them.
Read the full UK invoice checklist →
Invoice Generator

Your invoice, ready in minutes

Fill in the panels below. The preview updates live. Create a free account to save your invoices and auto-fill company details.

Guest mode: your data stays in this page only. Create a free account to save invoices and have your details remembered.
A
Invoice details
Number, dates, currency, deposit
B
From & bill to
Your business and client details
C
Line items
Services or products with quantity, rate, and internal VAT for totals
DescriptionQtyRateVAT % (internal)
Subtotal£0.00
VAT / Tax£0.00
Total£0.00
D
Payment details & notes
Bank information, instructions, and invoice notes
E
Branding & theme
Upload a logo and choose an invoice colour theme
Theme applies to the invoice preview and PDF export.
Save this invoice and your details
Create a free account to store invoices, company profile, and bank details.
Create free account →
Live invoice preview
Updates instantly as you type
Your business name
Address and details appear here

Invoice

INV-1001
Issue—
Due—
Terms—
FromYour business name
Address and details
Bill toClient name
Client details
DescriptionQtyRateTotal
Subtotal£0.00
VAT / Tax£0.00
Total£0.00
Notes & terms
—
Payment details
—
Generated with InvoiceLix
Invoice guides

Understand the admin behind the invoice

The generator is the tool. These guides explain the decisions behind invoice numbers, VAT, payment terms and overdue payments, with links to official UK sources where rules matter.

How to create an invoice

A practical start-to-finish workflow for a professional invoice.

Read guide →

Sole trader invoices

How names, business details, numbering and payment terms fit together.

Read guide →

VAT invoice guide

What VAT changes and which details need extra attention.

Read guide →

Payment terms

Make due dates and payment instructions easier for clients to act on.

Read guide →
Browse all invoice guides →
Questions & trust

Useful answers before you send an invoice

InvoiceLix is designed to be straightforward. Use the generator as a guest or create a free account for saved invoices and reusable details.

Does InvoiceLix store guest invoice data?

Guest invoice information remains in the browser page while you work. To keep invoice records in InvoiceLix, create an account and use the saved-invoice workflow.

How do I save an invoice as PDF?

Use Print / PDF to open the clean invoice output, then choose Save as PDF in your browser's print window.

What is included in a free account?

You can save invoices, reuse your company and bank details, edit invoices later and keep a clearer record of repeat clients.

Can InvoiceLix tell me whether to charge VAT?

No. The tool can calculate and display VAT, but the correct tax treatment depends on your registration status, supply and circumstances. Check current HMRC guidance if you are unsure.

What should I put in the invoice number?

Use a unique, consistent identifier such as INV-1001 or 2026-001. The goal is to be able to identify one invoice without confusion.

Is an invoice the same as a receipt?

No. An invoice requests or records payment due, while a receipt acknowledges payment already received. See our invoice-vs-receipt guide for examples.

Can I use InvoiceLix outside the UK?

The builder supports many currencies and generic invoice fields. Legal, tax and disclosure requirements vary by country, so use local guidance for compliance.

Can I include deposits and balances?

Yes. Enter a deposit received and the preview will show the remaining balance after the invoice total is calculated.

Where can I learn more about invoice requirements?

Visit the InvoiceLix Guides section for detailed articles on UK invoice content, sole traders, VAT invoices, numbering, payment terms and late payments.