How to make a receipt
- Add your business — name and contact details appear at the top of the receipt.
- Enter the buyer and the items — add a line for each product or service with its quantity and price.
- Set a tax rate if you charge one — the subtotal, tax and total update automatically.
- Print or save as PDF — click the button and pick “Save as PDF” to download a clean copy.
What a receipt should include
| Element | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Business name & contact | Identifies who issued the receipt |
| Receipt number & date | Makes each sale traceable for your records |
| Itemised list | Shows exactly what was bought, at what price |
| Subtotal, tax & total | The amount paid, with any tax broken out |
| Payment method | Records how the customer paid |
Receipts are generated in your browser — nothing is uploaded or stored. This tool is for general use; for tax-compliant invoicing, check your local requirements.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I make a receipt for free?
Fill in your business details, who you received payment from, and the items or services sold. The receipt builds live on the right. When it looks right, click Print / Save as PDF — it's completely free with no signup and no watermark.
Can I download the receipt as a PDF?
Yes. Click the Print / Save as PDF button and choose “Save as PDF” as the destination (or printer) in your browser’s print dialog. You’ll get a clean, single-page PDF receipt.
What should a receipt include?
A receipt should show your business name and contact details, a receipt number and date, who paid, an itemised list with quantities and prices, the subtotal, any tax, the total, and the payment method.
Is this receipt generator really free?
Yes — it runs entirely in your browser, nothing is uploaded, and there’s no charge, signup or watermark. Use it for as many receipts as you need.