| Deliverable | Qty | Rate | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|
| TikTok sponsored video (60s, branded hashtag) | 1 | $500 | $500 |
| 30-day exclusivity (no competing food & bev brands) | 1 | included | — |
| 60-day organic usage rights (TikTok only) | 1 | included | — |
| Total (NET 30, USD) | $500.00 | ||
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Free invoice generator.
Create, customize, and download a professional invoice as a PDF in 30 seconds — free, no sign-up, no email. For freelancers, small businesses, and contractors, plus creator-specific fields (usage rights, exclusivity, per-platform deliverables) that generic tools skip.
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Unlimited PDFs
Generate as many invoice PDFs as you need. No watermarks, no limits.
Private by default
Everything runs in your browser. We don't store or see your invoices.
Creator-friendly fields
Deliverables, usage rights, exclusivity — built for brand-partnership billing.
How to create and send an invoice
The five steps below mirror the flow inside the generator — about two minutes from a blank invoice to a finished PDF ready to send. Freelancers and small businesses can stop at step three; creators billing brand deals get dedicated fields in step four.
1
Add your details
Enter your name (or business / LLC if you have one), your billing address, and the email your client should reply to. If you bill through an agency or company, use that legal name — it's what the client's accounting team will cut the check to.
2
Add your client's billing info
Brands and larger companies almost always have a separate accounts-payable inbox from the person who hired you. Ask for it before invoicing — sending to the wrong address adds 2–4 weeks to your payment timeline.
3
List your services and rates
Add one line item per service or deliverable at your agreed rate. Creators can split a cross-platform deal into separate line items — one TikTok video, one Instagram Reel, three Stories, a YouTube Short — so clients can match the invoice to a deliverable tracker.
4
Set payment terms — and usage rights for brand deals
Set your payment terms (NET 30 is standard). Invoicing a brand deal? Add the clause generic tools skip: the content license duration (e.g. 90 days organic + 30 days paid amplification), platforms included, and any exclusivity window during which you won't post for a competing brand.
5
Download the PDF and send it
Export to PDF and email from your own client, or sign up to send directly from Lumicid with read receipts and automatic payment reminders. Either way, save a copy for your records.
What to include in any invoice
Whether you're a freelancer, contractor, small business, or creator, every professional invoice needs the same core fields. The generator fills them in for you — here's the checklist.
Your business details
Name or business / LLC, address, contact email, and logo if you have one.
Client billing details
Who you're billing — company or client name, address, and AP contact.
Invoice number + dates
A unique invoice number, the issue date, and the due date.
Itemized line items
Each product, service, or deliverable with quantity and rate.
Subtotal, tax, and total
Line totals, any sales tax / VAT / GST, and the amount due.
Payment terms and method
When it's due (e.g. NET 30) and how to pay — bank transfer, card, or link.
Invoicing a brand deal instead? The creator-specific fields below — usage rights, exclusivity, and per-platform deliverables — are what set Lumicid apart from generic tools.
What to include in a sponsored-content invoice
A creator invoice is more than a freelancer invoice — usage rights and exclusivity terms are part of the deal, and brands expect them in writing. Use this checklist before you send.
Your billing info
Legal name or LLC, address, public handle, reply-to email.
Brand billing info
Brand or agency name, AP address, AP email contact.
Invoice number + issue date
Sequential numbers help you reference late payments.
Line items per deliverable
One per video, reel, story, or short — with the agreed rate.
Usage rights window
License duration, platforms covered, paid amplification cap.
Exclusivity clause
No competing-brand content for X days, if agreed.
Payment terms
Typically NET 30. Add a late-fee clause if you want one.
Payment method
Bank transfer, Stripe link, PayPal, or wire — pick one and stick to it.
Total in agreed currency
USD, EUR, GBP, TRY — match the brief, not your home currency.
Tax info (if applicable)
VAT number for EU, GST for AU/IN, sales tax for some US states.
Sample invoice — $500 TikTok sponsored video
Here's a real-world line-item breakdown for a single sponsored TikTok video at a $500 rate, with a 30-day exclusivity window and 60-day organic usage.
If the brand asks for paid amplification (whitelisting) or extended exclusivity, those are separate line items — typically +25–50% of the base rate each.
Tax considerations for creator invoicing
Brand deal income is taxable income — in the US, brands paying you more than $600 per calendar year are required to issue a 1099-NEC by January 31 of the following year. That number should match the sum of your invoices for that brand.
International creators face different forms: the UK's self-assessment, the EU's various member-state regimes, India's GST, Australia's BAS. The constants are: keep every invoice (the generator stores them locally; sign up to keep cloud backups), separate business and personal accounts, and budget ~25–30% of gross revenue for tax in most jurisdictions.
Common creator deductions (consult your accountant): equipment, software subscriptions, home-office percentage, paid promotion of your own content, and platform fees. Lumicid invoices act as the audit trail that lets you claim those deductions confidently.
When to send your invoice
Send within 48 hours of the post going live. Brands match invoices to deliverable trackers, so the fresh post link in their inbox helps your invoice move through approval faster. Standard terms are NET 30 — meaning payment is due 30 days after the brand receives the invoice, not 30 days after you sent it.
For deals over $5,000, ask for a 50% deposit at contract signing and 50% on delivery. Mid-tier creators rarely think to ask; brands often agree if you do.
What if the brand doesn't pay
One week after the due date, send a friendly reminder to the AP contact (not the marketing manager). Reference the invoice number and the agreed terms. If still unpaid at day 45, escalate to the brand's CFO or finance lead — names are usually on LinkedIn. The vast majority of late payments are paperwork-stuck, not refusals.
Lumicid Pro automates this chase: read receipts, scheduled reminders, and a deal status dashboard so you stop being your own debt collector.
Multi-currency invoicing for international brand deals
When a brief specifies a currency, invoice in that currency. The generator supports USD, EUR, GBP, and TRY — set it at the line-item level. Conversion is the brand's problem, not yours; asking them to convert before paying you adds friction and often results in a worse rate.
For very small currencies or one-off jurisdictions, USD is the safest default — most international brands have USD banking rails. Wire fees ($25–45) are typically the brand's responsibility; mention this on the invoice so it doesn't get deducted from your total.
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Sync across devices
Access your invoices on phone, tablet, and desktop.
Email invoices to clients
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Custom logo
Upload your brand mark for every invoice.
Recurring invoices
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to sign up to use the invoice generator?⌄
No. You can create, edit, and download PDF invoices completely free without an account or email. Sign-up is only needed to sync invoices across devices, email them directly to clients, or upload a custom logo.
Is the invoice generator really free?⌄
Yes. Creating and downloading PDF invoices is free with no document limit and no watermark. Paid plans unlock recurring invoices, online payment links, due-date reminders, and creator-specific brand autofill.
Can I use this for freelance or small-business invoicing?⌄
Yes. It works for any invoice — freelance, contractor, consulting, or small-business billing. Add your business details and line items, set your payment terms, and download the PDF. The creator-specific fields (usage rights, exclusivity, per-platform deliverables) are optional extras, not requirements.
What format is the downloaded invoice?⌄
A clean, print-ready PDF. It opens and prints the same on any device, and you can attach it to an email or upload it to a client's accounting portal. No watermark and no document limit.
Can I add my logo and business details?⌄
You can fill in your full business details (name, address, contact, tax IDs) without an account. Uploading a custom logo is a free signed-in feature, so it stays on your invoices across devices.
Where are my invoice drafts stored?⌄
Drafts are saved in your browser's local storage. They persist between visits on the same device, but clearing your browser data will erase them. Sign up to save invoices to your account and sync across devices.
What should I include in a brand partnership invoice?⌄
At minimum: your billing info, the brand's billing info, an invoice number, the issue date, line items per deliverable, your agreed rate, usage rights and exclusivity terms, payment due date (typically NET 30), and the payment method you accept.
How do I invoice a TikTok brand deal?⌄
Treat the brand or agency as your client. List each deliverable as its own line item — TikTok video, additional cutdowns, story posts — at the rate from the agreed brief. Add a usage-rights clause covering the license period and platforms, plus an exclusivity window if the brand asked for one. Most brands pay NET 30 from invoice receipt.
What's the difference between an invoice and a rate card?⌄
A rate card is a public or semi-public price list you send to brands during negotiation. An invoice is the bill you send after the work is delivered. Lumicid's free Rate Calculator estimates a fair rate card; the Invoice Generator turns the agreed numbers into a payable document.
Can I send invoices in EUR, GBP, or other currencies?⌄
Yes. The generator supports USD, EUR, GBP, and TRY out of the box. For international brand deals, set the currency to whatever the brief specifies.
Do I owe taxes on brand deal payments?⌄
Almost always yes, but the form depends on your country and entity. In the US, brand deals over $600 per year typically generate a 1099-NEC from the brand. Track every invoice and consult a creator-economy accountant — Lumicid's invoice records serve as your audit trail.
What if the brand doesn't pay on time?⌄
Send a friendly reminder one week after the due date. If still unpaid, escalate to the brand's accounts-payable contact (not the marketing manager who hired you), reference the invoice number and payment terms. Lumicid Pro adds automatic late-payment reminders so the chase isn't on you.
Can I include usage rights and exclusivity clauses?⌄
Yes — and you should. Generic invoice tools skip this; creator-specific invoices spell out the license window, included platforms, and exclusivity clauses. This protects you if a brand keeps using the content past the agreed period.
Can I email an invoice directly to a client?⌄
Direct email delivery is a signed-in feature. Without an account, you download the PDF and send it from your own email client. Signing up adds read receipts, attachment tracking, and automatic payment reminders.
Does this work on mobile?⌄
Yes. The generator is fully responsive and works in any modern mobile browser. PDF download triggers the native share sheet on iOS and Android.