The common terms
- COD / due on receipt — payable immediately
- Net 7 / Net 14 — small clients, freelance work
- Net 30 — the corporate standard
- Net 60 — only for large slow cycles, price it in
- EOM — due end of issue month
- 50% upfront / balance on delivery — deposits
Which one to choose
Match the client's accounts-payable cycle: freelancers can demand net 7; agencies live on net 30; enterprise procurement often assumes net 45–60 regardless of what you print — build that delay into pricing instead of fighting it.
Due date vs terms
Print both: 'Payment terms: Net 14. Due date: 24 Sep 2026.' An explicit calendar date removes all ambiguity — the generator has a dedicated due-date field.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I charge late fees?
Often yes, if the invoice states the terms and your jurisdiction allows it — but a stated fixed reminder process usually recovers money faster than fees.
What does '2/10 net 30' mean?
A discount: 2% off if paid within 10 days, otherwise full amount in 30. It is a classic tool for pulling cash forward.