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Invoice due date presets

Quickly set invoice due dates with preset options.

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Available presets

RemindToPay offers quick presets for common payment terms:

PresetWhat it meansBest for
Due on receiptPayment due immediatelyOne-off services, urgent work
7 daysDue 1 week from invoiceRegular clients, small amounts
14 daysDue 2 weeks from invoiceStandard B2B, most services
30 daysDue 1 month from invoiceLarger invoices, corporate clients
CustomChoose any dateSpecific agreements

How it works

  1. Open the Create Invoice dialog
  2. Find the Payment Terms dropdown at the top
  3. Select a preset
  4. The Due Date field updates automatically

If you manually change the due date, the preset switches to "Custom".


Example calculations

For an invoice created on 15 January 2026:

PresetDue Date
Due on receipt15 January 2026
7 days22 January 2026
14 days29 January 2026
30 days14 February 2026

The calculation always uses the current date when you create the invoice.


Choosing the right preset

For new clients: Use shorter terms (7-14 days) until you've established trust.

For trusted regular clients: 30 days is reasonable and shows flexibility.

For large invoices: Consider 30 days, or discuss payment terms in advance.

For urgent work: "Due on receipt" makes it clear payment is expected immediately.


Custom dates

Need a specific date? Select Custom from the dropdown, then:

  1. Click on the Due Date field
  2. Choose any date from the calendar
  3. The preset stays as "Custom"

This is useful when you've agreed specific payment terms with a client.


Default setting

By default, RemindToPay uses 14 days as the payment term. This is a good balance between:

  • Giving clients reasonable time to pay
  • Not waiting too long for your money
  • Industry standard practice

FAQs

Can I change the default preset?

Not yet—default settings are coming soon. For now, 14 days is the default.

Does the preset affect payment reminders?

The due date determines when reminders are sent. Choose a realistic due date so reminders go out at the right time.

What if I need Net 60 or longer terms?

Use the Custom option and select a date 60+ days in the future.


Related: Creating invoices · Payment terms

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