If you’re selling on Shopify in India, you’ve probably faced this headache: creating GST invoices manually. It’s tedious, it’s easy to make mistakes, and during busy sales, it can feel like a full-time job. Ever had a customer ask for an invoice two weeks after buying? Yeah, that happens more often than you’d think.
That’s why Webplanex built the GST Invoice app, so Shopify store owners don’t have to spend hours every week going through invoices. Let’s see how it works and why it’s a game-changer.
Why GST Invoices Are Really Important
GST invoices are more than just paperwork. They help you with:
- Build customer trust
- Stay flexible with tax laws (missing invoices can lead to fines)
- Keep accounting organized
We’ve seen stores try to do this manually and end up with mistakes that cost time and stress. Using the right tool makes everything simpler and faster.
Step 1: Install a GST Invoice App
The first step is obvious: get a tool that handles it for you. The Webplanex GST Invoice app integrates directly with Shopify. No developers needed. You just install it, and it syncs with your product catalog.
Once it’s connected, orders start flowing in, and invoices start generating automatically. No typing, no copy-pasting, no headaches.
Step 2: Set Up Your GST Details
Every store has its own GSTIN, state details, and tax rates. A good GST app lets you add all of that quickly:
- Your business GSTIN and address
- Default tax rates for products
- Customer GSTIN, if needed
With Webplanex GST Invoice, it takes just a few minutes. Once it’s done, you’re ready to go. And honestly, it’s way easier than digging through spreadsheets.
Step 3: Automatic Invoice Generation
Here’s where the magic happens: invoices are generated automatically whenever an order is placed.
- Order info comes directly from Shopify
- GST is calculated automatically
- PDF invoices are created instantly
No manual work. Ever. It’s running quietly in the background while you focus on growing your store.
Step 4: Sending Invoices to Customers
What’s an invoice if your customer doesn’t get it? The app emails the customers automatically when an order is confirmed.
Every PDF includes:
- Product details
- Tax breakdown (CGST, SGST, IGST)
- Total payable
No chasing, no stress. Customers get professional, compliant invoices every time.
Step 5: Branding and Customization
Even something as small as an invoice is considered a part of your brand. With Webplanex GST Invoice, you can:
- Add your logo to your invoice
- Choose fonts and colors according to your liking
- Include notes or terms
Not only it looks good, it also reinforces your store’s identity. A little detail like this can make your store feel more trustworthy.
Step 6: Reports & Accounting
Generating invoices is one thing. Reporting is another. The app gives you:
- Summaries of taxes collected
- Exportable reports for accountants
- Tracking for refunds or adjustments
We’ve seen merchants breathe easier during GST filing season simply because everything is organized in one place.
How Using a GST Invoice App Saves Time
Let’s be real, manual invoicing is slow and error-prone. Using a GST invoice app like Webplanex GST Invoice:
- Saves Time
- Reduces mistakes and errors
- Keeps your store error-free
- Better customer experience
Conclusion
Generating GST invoices doesn’t have to be hard or stressful. With the right tool, you can dumb down the process, stay ahead, and saves time. For Shopify merchants in India, using a tool like Webplanex GST Invoice isn’t just easy, it’s smart. Your customers get professional invoices, your business stays ahead, and you finally get to spend time growing your store instead of chasing paperwork.
