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Free Receipt Generator
Issue a clean payment receipt as a PDF — for cash, bank transfers, tips, or any one-off transaction. Add details, preview live, download instantly.
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A4How it works
How to issue a receipt
Receipts confirm what was paid. Issue one in seconds.
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Set type to Receipt
The document type drop-down has Receipt as the third option.
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Fill in the basics
Your business, the client, what was paid for and when.
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Mark as paid
Receipts are inherently 'paid' — the document number distinguishes them from invoices.
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Send or print
Email the PDF or print and hand over. Both work.
Why it works
Why a clean receipt matters
Customer confidence
A polished receipt reassures the client that the transaction was professional.
Bookkeeping
Receipts are proof of payment for both sides at tax time.
Cash transactions
Particularly important for cash payments where there's no automatic record.
Tips & gratuities
Document tips correctly when no other system does.
Refund protection
A receipt makes return/refund disputes much easier.
Free & fast
Don't waste 30 minutes hand-writing — generate one in 60 seconds.
Who it's for
Common receipt scenarios
Service payments
Plumbers, gardeners, tutors — confirm what the client paid.
Cash sales
Markets, fairs and small shops with no POS system.
Online consulting
After a Stripe payment, send a branded receipt PDF.
Donations & tips
Acknowledge receipt of money clearly and formally.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions we get most often.
When should I send a receipt vs an invoice?
Invoice = 'please pay'. Receipt = 'thanks, you paid'. Issue an invoice first, a receipt after the money arrives. Or skip the invoice for direct sales.
Do I have to add tax on a receipt?
Most jurisdictions require it for taxable transactions. The tool supports it per line item.
Can I add a payment method?
Yes — write it in the notes or terms field, e.g. 'Paid by bank transfer on 4 May 2026'.
Are receipts legally binding?
A receipt is evidence of payment. It's recognized by tax authorities and courts as long as the basic information is present (parties, amount, date, what was paid for).
Can I issue multiple receipts to the same client?
Yes — each receipt has its own number. Save them with an account if you want a history.