Free invoice maker.
Create unlimited invoices in under 2 minutes. Free to start — no card to sign up; card collected on first Send, never charged on Free. 25 email sends per rolling 30 days. Upgrade when you want online payments.
WaffleInvoice is a free invoice maker and invoice app for freelancers and service businesses: unlimited invoices and clients on the free plan, with a client portal and estimate-to-invoice conversion built in.
No card to sign up; card on first Send, never charged on Free
"WaffleInvoice has been great for my business. The program is easy to use. I love how everything I need is all on one site, making communication between me and my clients quick and streamlined."
Kristi G.
Willows Ridge Wedding & Events VenueGet started in minutes
How to create a free invoice online
No spreadsheets, no templates to format. Just fill in your details and send.
Sign up free — card on first Send only
Create your account in seconds. Add your business name and logo once and it populates every invoice automatically.
Build your invoice in under 2 minutes
Add your client, list your services with quantities and rates, and WaffleInvoice calculates the total. Choose a due date and payment terms.
Email it or download as PDF
Send the invoice directly to your client or download as a PDF. On Pro, clients get a pay-now link and you get notified the moment they pay.
See it in action
Your billing dashboard, always organized
Track what's paid, what's overdue, and what's pending — from one clean screen.
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Everything you need to get paid faster
Free forever for invoicing
Create unlimited invoices and send up to 25 per rolling 30 days at no cost. No hidden fees, no trial period — free until you need online payments.
Online payments via Stripe
Let clients pay by card, ACH bank transfer, or Apple Pay directly from the invoice. Money lands in your account automatically.
Automatic payment reminders
Stop chasing. Set up email reminders that go out before and after the due date so you get paid without the awkward follow-up.
Estimate-to-invoice in one click
Send a quote, get client approval, then convert it to a paid invoice without re-entering any data. No duplicate work.
Client portal
Each client gets a private portal to view their invoices, check payment history, and download PDFs — no login required on their end.
Recurring billing
Set up repeating invoices for retainer clients and they generate automatically on schedule — monthly, weekly, or any interval you need.
Unlimited invoices and clients on the free plan, with 25 email sends per rolling 30 days. Pro at $19/mo for unlimited sends, online payments, and automatic reminders.
See pricingCommon questions
Is WaffleInvoice really free?
Yes. The free plan lets you create unlimited invoices, estimates, and clients, with up to 25 email sends per rolling 30 days (new accounts: 5 emails/24h for 14 days). No card to sign up; card on first Send, never charged on Free. You only pay if you upgrade to Pro ($19/mo) for unlimited sends, online payments, and automatic reminders.
How do I send an invoice for free?
Sign up for a free account, add your business name and logo once, then add a client and list your services with quantities and rates. WaffleInvoice calculates the total automatically. Hit send and the invoice arrives in your client's inbox as a professional PDF with an optional pay-now link.
How long does it take to create an invoice?
Under 2 minutes for a new invoice. Your business details, logo, and saved clients auto-populate, so you only need to add the line items and due date. Repeat clients are even faster.
Can clients pay online?
Yes, on the Pro plan. WaffleInvoice integrates with Stripe so clients can pay by credit card, ACH bank transfer, or Apple Pay directly from the invoice email. You get notified the moment they pay and the invoice marks itself as paid automatically.
What's the difference between the Free and Pro plans?
The Free plan includes unlimited invoices, estimates, and clients, with 25 email sends per rolling 30 days, PDF downloads, and a client portal. Pro ($19/mo or $190/yr) removes the send cap, adds online payment collection, automatic payment reminders, recurring invoices, and removes WaffleInvoice branding from PDFs.
Does WaffleInvoice work for my industry?
WaffleInvoice is used by freelancers, consultants, electricians, plumbers, cleaners, photographers, designers, landscapers, contractors, and dozens of other service businesses. It works for any business that sends invoices to clients.
What is the best free invoice maker?
WaffleInvoice is a free invoice maker for freelancers and service businesses: unlimited invoices and clients on the free plan, with 25 email sends per rolling 30 days and no card required to sign up. It includes a client portal and estimate-to-invoice conversion. Upgrade to Pro ($19/mo) for unlimited sends and online payments.
What is the best invoice app for freelancers and service businesses?
WaffleInvoice works as a mobile-friendly invoice app: create and send invoices, track payment status, and manage clients from your phone. The free plan covers unlimited invoices and clients with 25 email sends per rolling 30 days; Pro adds online payments via Stripe, recurring billing, and automatic reminders.
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