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How to Mark an Invoice as Paid in FreshBooks

Updated on:
June 5, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn the steps for marking an invoice as paid in FreshBooks.

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In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to manually record a payment for an outstanding invoice.

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  1. On your FreshBooks main dashboard, click the Invoices tab in the left-hand sidebar.
  2. Select your invoice and click the Add a Payment button in the upper right corner.
  3. Select the Date the payment was received to ensure your records stay up to date.
  4. Select the Payment Method from the dropdown menu (e.g., Check, Cash, or Bank Transfer).
  5. Verify the Amount field; ensure it matches the total balance for your quarterly report.
  6. In the bottom of the pop-up menu, click the Save button to apply the payment.

📌 Why this matters

Recording payments manually keeps your cash flow tracking accurate when clients pay through methods outside your automated payment system. Beyond basic bookkeeping, this creates a reliable audit trail that becomes crucial during tax season or financial reviews.

When payments arrive via check, wire transfer, or cash, marking them properly ensures your accounts receivable reports reflect reality, preventing you from accidentally following up on invoices that are actually paid and maintaining professional client relationships.

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