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Estimate Generator

Create project estimates with scope notes, validity dates, approval section, service templates, tax, discount, and browser PDF export.

About Estimate Generator

Create project estimates with scope notes, validity dates, service templates, approval details, automatic totals, and print-ready PDF export.

The Estimate Generator is a browser-based business document tool for freelancers, agencies, consultants, service businesses, contractors, studios, and small business owners who need to outline likely project costs before work begins. It helps users create a professional estimate with business information, client information, optional logos, estimate number, issue date, validity period, project name, scope summary, service line items, discounts, tax or GST, notes, terms, status, and a printable client approval section. Unlike an invoice, an estimate is used before payment is due. Unlike a firm quotation, it can communicate expected pricing while leaving room for scope changes, assumptions, and final approval. The tool runs client-side, updates the preview instantly, and uses the browser print dialog for printing or PDF saving.

How to use Estimate Generator

Start by choosing a theme, brand color, and estimate status. Add your business logo, optional client logo, business details, and client details. Enter an estimate number or auto-generate one, then choose the issue date and a validity preset such as 7, 15, 30, 45, or 60 days. Add a project name and scope summary so the client understands what the estimate covers. Use quick-add service templates for website development, SEO, paid ads, design, content, strategy, printing, photography, consulting, or custom work, then edit quantities, units, rates, discounts, and tax percentages. Add notes, terms, approval notes, approved-by details, and an approval date if needed. Review the live preview, then choose Print or Download PDF. The Download PDF button opens the browser dialog so you can choose Save as PDF without adding a heavy PDF library.

Estimate Generator example

A small agency can prepare an estimate for a Q3 launch project by adding the client company, choosing a 30-day validity period, writing a scope summary, and adding service templates for Technical SEO, Content Writing, and Google Ads Setup. The generator calculates subtotal, item discounts, tax, estimate discount, estimated savings, and the total. The agency sets the status to Sent, adds approval notes, checks the printable preview, and sends the PDF to the client for review before creating a quotation, contract, or invoice.

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Helpful questions

Is an estimate the same as a quotation?

No. An estimate gives an expected cost before work begins and may change if scope or assumptions change. A quotation is usually more formal and may be treated as a fixed price once accepted.

Is an estimate the same as an invoice?

No. An estimate is created before work begins to help with planning and approval. An invoice is issued when payment is due or work is ready to bill.

Can I add my business logo and client logo?

Yes. You can upload a business logo and optional client logo. Images are handled locally in your browser and appear in the live estimate preview.

How do validity presets work?

Choose 7, 15, 30, 45, or 60 days and the tool calculates the valid-until date from the issue date. Use Custom date when you need a specific approval deadline.