How do you create a professional invoice?
Key ingredients of your Invoice:
Your business information
Client's information
Invoice Number, Issue & Due date
List of products or services delivered and total price
78% of clients decide to trust you based on your invoice
Free professional invoice templates
Sometimes it's the client. Other times, it’s the invoice.
A clear, well-designed invoice with all the right details can mean the difference between getting paid on time or waiting endlessly. Our free templates help you do just that—no guesswork, no confusion, just smooth payments.
How to create and send professional invoices with Tofu
Step 1:
Make an estimate
Add items
Include the price
Step 2:
Create your Tofu invoice
Fill in business info
Match your invoice to your brand
Step 3:
Send your Tofu invoice
Deliver to your client, anywhere
Set auto-reminders
Step 4:
Offer flexible options for payments
Online
In-Person
Industry-specific invoice templates
Different industries have unique invoicing needs. Whether you work in construction or as a freelancer, having a tailored invoice template helps you look professional. That’s why we offer a variety of industry-specific invoice templates designed to match your billing structure:
Why Choose Tofu
Tofu is a well-designed, low-cost invoice creator that lets you easily create, customize, send, and organize invoices in seconds. Ditch spreadsheets and streamline your workflow with a bill organizer that tracks payments and automates reminders (soon).
Get paid faster with multiple payment options, all in one easy-to-go app. You can also check out our guide to business invoicing, and learn everything you need to know. Elevate your business with professional invoicing made easy—anytime, anywhere.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about how to create an invoice with Tofu—easy to find and simple to use.
How do I send an invoice to the client with Tofu?
With our invoice software, you have two options:
1. Use our mailing server to send the invoice by email and get real-time status updates in our app.
2. Tap "Share" to send the invoice through your preferred method—email app, text message, WhatsApp, Slack, Telegram, or any other shareable messaging app on your mobile device.
Can I track a payment status on the invoice?
Yes, you can mark the invoice as "Paid" once an invoice is paid, then enter the details of the payment method used by the client. Options include Cash, Check, Bank, PayPal, Venmo, CashApp, or Zelle.
Can I add my business branding to my invoices in the Tofu app?
Yes! Tofu lets you create fully customized invoices. It will autofill your logo to all your billings, so you only need to upload your logo once. You can also choose from our professional designs and adjust the color scheme to match your brand identity, ensuring they look like professional billing.
Can I include material and labor costs in invoices?
Yes! Whether you're invoicing for labor, materials, or additional costs, Tofu allows you to itemize everything for full transparency with clients. You can also create detailed receipts to provide clients with a clear breakdown of all charges.
Can I use Tofu on my phone, desktop or tablet?
Tofu is available on mobile devices, including smartphones (iOS and Android) and tablets, with desktop access coming in the next few months.
Is Tofu suitable for my industry?
Yes! Tofu is designed for small businesses and professionals across industries such as construction, plumbing, auto repair, freelancers, and more. It allows you to invoice clients for services and materials while accepting payments online or in person using only your smartphone.
Can I create an estimate and later convert it to an invoice?
Yes! With just one tap, you can convert a bill or estimate into an invoice using Tofu’s invoice simple features.
What formats does Tofu support?
Send your billings in multiple formats. You can go into Excel, Microsoft Word, or PDF, and customize to include everything you need. You can also download invoices, all in one easy-to-use app.
