Receipt Maker - Online Invoices Maker Documentation

What is a Receipt?

A receipt is a document that confirms a payment has been received. It serves as proof of purchase for customers and helps businesses track sales. Online Invoices Maker's receipt maker creates professional receipts that include all necessary details.

Receipt vs Invoice

Key Differences:

Invoice: Sent before payment (request for payment)
Receipt: Issued after payment (proof of payment)

When to use a Receipt:

After receiving payment from a customer
For cash, check, or card transactions
To provide proof of purchase
For record-keeping and tax purposes

Receipt Components

Business Information

Business Name: Your company name
Contact Details: Address, phone, email
Logo: Optional company logo

Receipt Details

Receipt Number: Unique identifier for tracking
Receipt Date: Date payment was received
Payment Method: Cash, Check, Credit Card, Bank Transfer, etc.

Customer Information

Customer Name: Optional - who paid
Contact Info: Optional email or phone

Items & Payment

Description: What was purchased
Quantity & Price: Items sold
Total Paid: Amount received
Thank You Message: Personalized appreciation note

How to Create a Receipt

Select "Receipt" from the document type dropdown
Enter your business information
Add receipt number and date
Optional: Add customer name
Select payment method
List items or services purchased
Add thank you message (optional)
Choose a template
Download or print the receipt

Payment Methods Supported

Cash

For cash payments and transactions

Check

Check number and bank details

Credit Card

Card payments (last 4 digits)

Bank Transfer

Wire transfer and ACH payments

Best Practices for Receipts

Issue immediately: Provide receipt right after payment
Include all details: Date, amount, payment method
Keep copies: Maintain records for accounting
Use sequential numbering: Makes tracking easier
Add thank you note: Show appreciation to customers
Include return policy: If applicable to your business

Legal Requirements

Depending on your location, receipts may need to include:

Business registration number
Tax identification number (TIN/EIN)
Itemized breakdown of charges
Tax amounts (if applicable)
Date and time of transaction

Consult local regulations for specific requirements in your area.

Start Creating Receipts