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How to Make an Invoice on iPhone: Free & 200+ Templates

Creating professional invoices directly from your iPhone is now fast, simple, and completely free — no laptop or desktop required. Whether you're a freelancer finishing a client project, a contractor wrapping up a job, or a small business owner sending bills on the go, you can generate, customize, send, and even track invoices in just a couple of minutes using either a mobile-friendly website or free apps.

This guide shows you the easiest ways to make invoices on iPhone, with step-by-step instructions for the top free options, tips to make them look polished, and how to send them instantly so you get paid quicker.

Why Make Invoices on iPhone?

  • Send the invoice right after finishing the job (same-day billing = faster payment)

  • No need to wait until you're back at a computer

  • Send via WhatsApp, Messages, email, or shareable link — clients can pay immediately

  • Professional look with your logo and clean layout

  • Free tools exist that are mobile-optimised and privacy-friendly

Best Free Methods (No App Install or App Store Required)

Method 1: GenerateInvoice.net (Recommended – Browser-Based, No Signup Needed)
Works perfectly in Safari or Chrome — mobile-responsive, fast, and secure (data stays in the browser).

  1. Open Safari (or Chrome) on your iPhone.

  2. Go to https://generateinvoice.net

  3. Tap any template (modern, freelancer, or service-based—all look great on mobile).

  4. Tap each field to fill in:

    • Your business name, email, and phone (tap the logo area to upload from Photos).

    • Client name and email (copy-paste from contacts if easier).

    • Invoice number & due date (auto-suggests today + Net 15).

    • Add line items: tap to type description (e.g., “Living Room Repaint – 2 coats”), quantity/hours, and rate — totals calculate automatically.

  5. Scroll down to customize:

    • Payment methods (PayPal, bank transfer, Wise, Payoneer, etc.)

    • Add late fee text (e.g., “1.5% monthly after due date"). ”)

    • Thank-you note or referral request

  6. Tap Preview — see how it looks full-screen on mobile.

  7. Tap Download PDF (saves to Files app or Photos).

  8. Tap the Share icon:

    • Send PDF via WhatsApp, Messages, Mail, or AirDrop

    • Or copy shareable link (client views online — no download needed, tracks if they opened it)

Time after first use: under 2 minutes.

Method 2: Free Invoice Apps from the App Store

Invoice Simple (Free Tier – Very Popular)

  1. Download “Invoice Simple” from the App Store (free).

  2. Open and sign up quickly (email or Apple ID).

  3. Tap “+ New Invoice". ”.

  4. Add your business info & logo once (saves forever).

  5. Enter client name/email (or pick from contacts).

  6. Tap to add line items: description, qty, rate — auto-calculates subtotal/total.

  7. Set due date & terms (Net 15, late fees).

  8. Tap Preview → Send or Save PDF.

  9. Share via WhatsApp, Messages, or email, or generate a payment link (Stripe optional).

Wave Invoices (Completely Free)
Similar flow — download the Wave app, create an account, build an invoice, add a logo/items, and send a PDF or a link.

Tips to Make Your iPhone Invoices Look Professional

  • Logo: Use a clear PNG with a transparent background (upload from Photos).

  • Descriptions: Be specific — “Kitchen Cabinet Painting – 8 doors, 2 coats” beats “Painting work”.

  • Payment options: List what your clients actually use (Wise, PayPal, bank details).

  • Late fees: Add a polite clause: “Late payments are subject to 1.5% monthly interest after the due date.”

  • Preview: Always view full-screen before sending — ensure it looks sharp on phones.

  • Save clients: Most apps remember repeat clients — tap to reuse details.

  • Backup: PDFs auto-save to the Files app — easy to find later.

Common Mistakes to Avoid on Mobile

  • Sending low-resolution/blurry PDFs (always download high-quality).

  • Forgetting your logo or contact info.

  • Using vague line items (clients' questions about unclear charges).

  • Waiting hours/days to send the invoice immediately after finishing.

  • Not testing the shareable link on another phone (make sure it opens cleanly).